It's always the same each year before going on holiday; you have to think about what to pack in your suitcase. The suitcase remains empty on the floor while your clothes start piling up around you. It's hard to choose from your favourite clothes because they’re all favourites. And you never know, a certain outfit might come in handy if you happen to be invited to a party on a luxury yacht. Even if this has never happened, you can always dream. That’s what going on holiday is all about. And for some strange reason, your suitcase has the irritating tendency to get a little smaller each year. The result? Two hours later (in the best of cases), your suitcase still isn’t packed. Fortunately, we have a few tips to help you set out on the right foot.

Just like you do for shopping. By making a packing list before you go on holiday, you’ll make sure not to forget the essentials, and be less likely to bring along unnecessary items. And if you want to be even more organised, make a list of the clothes you're going to wear each day.

The basic principle is to take fewer bottoms than tops. For example, you can wear the same jeans or shorts several times during your trip. Select your clothes according to the weather (don't forget to check the forecast before leaving) at your destination and the activities you plan to do. It would be a shame to miss out on a party or a magnificent hike because you forgot to pack a chic outfit or your hiking shoes.

Place anything fragile between layers of clothing. For example, if you want to take home a bottle as a gift, roll it up within a thick item of clothing and place it between two layers. To prevent perfume from breaking and leaking on your clothes, put it in a sock. If you're still worried, put breakable objects inside two or even three socks!