Travel
Austin Packing List
October 24, 2025
We’re all about helping you look your best, wherever you are in the world. Here’s what to pack for a trip to the Austin, according to our senior fashion and lifestyle director, Shallon Hunter Manion.
Meet Our Expert:
Shallon Hunter Manion
As Tuckernuck’s senior fashion and lifestyle director, Shallon runs our style department. When she’s not curating looks in the office, she’s styling at shoots for campaigns around the world. Before joining Tuckernuck in 2016, she worked in PR, styling, and event production in New York City for the likes of Tibi and Condé Nast.
Austin Style, Explained
The City’s Style: Eclectic Texas with a bohemian flair, Austin’s style goes beyond the city’s limits and takes on a similar spirit to the California-cool look we love.
Our Fashion Fundamentals: Current denim, cotton shirts, and unique pieces (like a turquoise jewelry, flowy dresses, and studded boots) all make an appearance.
What to Pack for Austin
With 26 pieces you’ll wear throughout your stay, we’ve got everything you need organized by category.
DRESSES
Easy Throw-On-and-Go Dress
Cotton Midi Dress
Textured Mini Dress
TOPS
Cotton Blouse
Button Down
Denim Shirt
Graphic Tee
LAYERS
Oversized Cardigan
Denim Jacket
BOTTOMS
Current Denim
Maxi Skirt
Cut-off Shorts
FOOTWEAR
Sneakers
Woven Sandals
Relaxed Flats
Suede Boots
ACCESSORIES
Statement Earrings
Silk Scarf
Suede Tote
Woven Belt
Structured Belt
Sunglasses
Hat
Layered Necklaces
Swimsuit
Coverup
Our Top 5 Packing Tips
Stay Cool
Bring breathable fabrics like cotton to beat the heat.
Keep It Weird
Embrace the city’s eclectic stylewith unexpected details.
Kick Up Your Boots
Put on your dancing shoes for a night of live music.
Try Textures
Designer pieces aren’t a priority, but rich textures like suede and shearling are.
Make It Practical
Utility pieces like blue jeans are a must-bring
Let us help you dress like a local. Here’s what to wear from everything from breakfast tacos to a live music concert.
Breakfast
Take a morning walk around Ladybird Lake then grab a breakfast taco and a coffee in athleisure.
Shopping
Go along South Congress in ecru jeans, a white tee, and a denim jacket.
Dancing
Two-step at the Broken Spoke in a dress and boots that are ready to move.
Dinner
You can’t go to Austin without having a Tex-Mex dinner. Wear straight leg jeans, linen blouse, a shearling vest, and a suede bag to enjoy your chips and salsa.
Concert
Listen to live music in a mini dress and your tallest boots. Add on vintage and unique accessories.
FAQs
Why do we love Austin?
What’s not to love? With great food, live music, and an incredible backdrop of Hill Country, it’s a place unlike anywhere else. Spend your days shopping on South Congress, swimming in Barton Creek, and embracing the city for all that it is.
What’s the weather like in Austin?
Just like the rest of Texas, Austin is hot. The coldest month of the year is January with temperatures in the 60s. The summers are the hottest, with highs in the upper 90s.
What are three things I have to pack for a trip to Austin?
Shallon’s three must-haves? A cotton tee, a throw-on-and-go dress, and a pair of current denim. These pieces are great starting points for any look to wear in Austin.
Can I wear jeans in Austin?
Actually, we recommend it. For both men and women, jeans can be considered business casual depending on how you style them.
What is a packing list?
A packing list is a tool that helps ensure you have everything that you need packed and ready for your destination. Let us help you plan your outfits and simplify your packing.
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