When it comes to packing, that suitcase you plan to fill to the brim never quite seems big enough. Heading for Destination Fashion with the intention of travelling light can leave style-conscious women in a spin even before they jet off on their summer breaks.

The likes of Victoria Beckham and Naomi Campbell may haul mountains of designer luggage through baggage checks, but for the rest of us mere mortals, just one case is usually our limit.

"Women always tend to over-pack and bring things that are not really necessary for their trip," says stylist and personal packer to the stars Jessica Paster.

"This usually happens due to a lack of preparation and rushing the packing process. Spend a bit of extra time thinking about a capsule wardrobe consisting of basics which you can mix and match, and dress up or down."

Women in the UK whittle away a combined total of 4,166,666 days a year packing for holidays, according to Go Discover. Overloading on the outfits can lead to the added pitfall of hefty excess baggage charges at the airport, so a nifty capsule wardrobe is key to saving time and money for those sangrias.

So how do you put together a style-savvy suitcase in minutes?

Before you bulk up your case with 22 bikinis for a weekend break, Jessica recommends putting a checklist together. "This keeps you focused and ensures that you don't forget vital things," she says.

And whether you're flying economy or club class, you don't need to spend a fortune to achieve the effortless holiday look. Jessica says: "All you need for a short break is five outfits that can cleverly be dressed up or down."