How to Pack like a Minimalist

Hi, my name is Matt D'Avella & I directed the Netflix documentary Minimalism and in this video I show you how I pack.

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[sethrintatu]

I love your sense of humour. As a serial killer it's really hard to find that perfect weekend-away bag to complete one's alibi in style.

[TerminallyNosey]

A button down has two buttons on either side of the collar to hold it down, and a button up doesn't. Loved this video!

[IamGilgamesh]

Shit man, I just came across your channel. What a fantastic video style. The camera work is pretty, the editing is quick and snappy and the narration is funny.

There are a lot of minimalists on YouTube who would have just sat in front of a camera and filmed a 15 minute video giving, um, like what like in their personal opinion is like the best way to pack, but even though everyone is different this is just how they like to pack, so um yeah, this is their how to pack like a minimalist video.

Short, to the point. Top knotch work. I am definitely subscribing. :-)

[poutmaster]

You forgot to pack the most important thing: The Rock's picture.

[onthewrightpath]

"How to pack like a minimalist". Packs 5 grey shirts😂

[JadeLively]

Omgggg this bag is amazing!!! I love the layout of the bag and everything it provides! Seriously mind blown since I have yet to come across such a well thought out bag. Those compartments, the space and essential pockets, being made ethically, everything about this bag makes me feel like I'll make the best use out of a true travel bag.

Checked some of the comments after finding out that the bag isn't (what I assume would be around) $175 but $325!
But now as an adult and a growing minimalist, this bag truly is worth that much.

Other comments were about how Matt packed wasn't "minimalistic" but living minimally is simply removing anything that isn't deemed useful and keeping only essentials. Everyone has their own perspective on what their definition and terms are when it comes to what they need or not. He gave a reason for everything he packed for himself and that's that.
It's unfortunate that the perception of minimalism is so negative and ignorant, so many people is missing the point and thus continuing life without realizing that there is so much in one's life that shouldn't belong, such as clutter, negativity, toxic people, and anything that isn't used often.

Anyways, after sleeping on it, I am definitely going to buy this amazing bag!

[klaymonkey]

Ranger rolling trousers & shirts is a more compact method than folding into a square. Not as fast, but it creates more bag space, minimizes creases, won't rumple in transit & it makes your bag contents easier to rife through. Not as fast to prepare, but if keep an emergency stash pre-rolled you can simply throw them into the bag.

[strawberryjpeg]

I need that bag 💼 does it ship worldwide ?

[shinsengumi]

I started watching your videos and subscribed to your channel. Love your stuff. I’m a musician and am blessed to travel almost every month. I definitely pack minimally along with my minimal music equipment. Watching your channel and hearing the perspectives of minimalism has changed my life. Thanks for the great content.

[fairyy]

please please please make a backpack version one day!! this is truly amazing

[jasperw.]

2:19 How to get your iPad stolen in 10 seconds😂

[lowellmayfield]

I'm not even what I'd call a minimalist, but this is about 3X more stuff than I've ever taken on a week long trip. I usually carry a lightweight backpack (a bookbag, really) and fill it about halfway... 3 shirts, 3 pair of underwear and socks, an extra pair of pants, and cargo-type shorts, phone charger, toiletries. I wash in the sink if there's no laundry service.

[stellaferraz]

His voice is so soothing! It gives me a sense of peace. I’m not a fan of podcasts, but I like these short videos where he shows some aspect of his life and how he applies minimalism to it. Something about it is very peaceful.💙

[kimonaNo]

fantastic bag.. can you design one with wheels? I can't carry a heavy bag, though I love the organisation of it :)

[katrinag]

This bag blew my mind! I remember hearing the minimalists talking about it but then I never saw it in action. What an awesome design!

[visuellegedanken]

Had a couple good laughs over the course of the video. Great work, Matt! Love the bag, maaaybe I want to switch away from my Minaal backpack.

[FelixHuray]

Love how you tell your vlog through humor. Keep creating as much as you can

[gypsybelle]

Another great video. 👍 Always a good policy to pack at least one extra pair of underwear and socks. One never knows. :) Any chance of convincing Natalie to do a Girl’s Version of the video? Guys have so much less to pack. Please help your sisters out, Natalie!
Great bag! If there are plans for a 2.0 version, I’ll add a vote to the “wheels” column.

[brettmcbride]

Only for southern people that don’t do winters .

[nicolecornelious]

Matt this was hilarious!! I love your sense of humor especially at the end when you packed for 2 hours. Was not expecting that. Nice bag too :)