A little guide to the weekend away

Begin with the kind of weekend you want to have. A change of scenery, an unhurried morning, a favorite book tucked into your bag: let the simplest plans set the pace.

Keep the small essentials together in a pouch so the rest of your bag stays easy to navigate. A matching set can make the everyday act of packing feel a little more considered.

Leave a little room for something unexpected. The best part of a short getaway is often the moment you did not plan.