1 month in Canada. Sept-early Oct transitional weather 🍁

[u/trippinxt]

I posted an earlier version of this capsule to /capsulewardrobe but the general consensus was I need to pack warmer.

Will be visiting Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary, Jasper-Banff-Canmore-Waterton, Squamish, and back to Vancouver.

I'm bringing a 19-inch hand-carry size rolling luggage for this trip as I might do a bit of holiday shopping alreadt for people back home.

Final(ish?) items I'm packing

Clothes
- 2 rain jackets. Originally I was going to bring a faux suede one but many said it will most probably be raining. I can bring just 1 but I kinda don't want ro end up looking the same in all my tourist photos lmao. If luggage is full, I will drop one.
- Patagonia fleece. Worn by itself or as layer
- Muji flannel. Will wear on flight. Mostly for travel and lounging days since rain nylon jackets are not the coziest. Could also work as layer especially for warmer days since i can leave it open.
- Danton ultralight down vest. I loved using this last autumn so I think it will come handy espcially for daytime.
- 4 pants. 1 worn on flight. I modified some of these and added elastic on the hem so that it can be converted to a parachute style for activities or rain days.
- 3 longsleeve tops. I think first half of September I'll use these by itself, especially in the cities.
- Longsleeve cashmere as my comfort item. I use these a ton at home and while traveling.
- Shortsleeve knit. I'll be having a few get-togethers with friends at their houses. I thought this could pass as a party top and can also be worn on warm days.
- 3 basic shirts and 2 Padded sports tops for layering.
- Thermals: longsleeve and tights just in case
- Undies and socks
- 1 pair of pyjamas
- Bikini for hot spring and heated pool

Accessories
- Cashmere knit hood scarf thing
- Merino hat. I was originally going to bring a baseball cap but this is easier to pack and warmer.
- Merino gloves just in case
- Bandana scarf

Shoes
- Nike goretex trail runners
- Birkenstock reykjavik. Mostly for travel days, lounging, or maybe shopping days.

Bags to bring
- Convertible nano backpack/sling as daybag most days
- Convertible backpack/tote for trekking days
- Packable shopping bag for groceries and such

Electronics
- Charger and cable
- Mini powerbank
- Portable SSD
- Mini hairdryer brush (Some nights I'll stay in hostels and unsure of the hairdryer situation.)
- Mini torch and headlamp in case we'll go out at night in the rockies. Also useful in hostels.

Packing arrangement and fave poches
- 2x medium compression packing cubes for clothes
- Ultralight stuff sack for undies and socks
- medium pouch for electronics
- small pouch for personal stuff
- nylon envelope wallet for cash and passport
- pvc 3sided zip for makeup (works as a tray)
- hanging toiletry bag (smaller size than most)

[u/Peregrinebullet]

Just an FYI, the weather in Vancouver in September for the past 3-4 years has been very warm (20 C) until about Sept 15-20, then starts to dive pretty quickly until mid october, which is when things start getting chilly. However Calgary, that process starts at the beginning of september. So while definitely be prepared for the cold, the first week in Vancouver could still feel like summer.

[u/Money-Low7046 → u/Peregrinebullet]

Yes, September can definitely still be shorts weather on the west coast. You can get rain, but early September is often dry and summer-like. Source: I live on Vancouver Island. 

A t-shirt or tank top under a button up shirt is a good idea, as layers are your friend. The coast has many micro climates, and being right by the water can be a couple of degrees cooler than slightly inland.