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LDS Missionary Clothing List

Mormon Missionary Suitcase

and Other Items to Bring on Your Mission

The General Instructions Checklist that you get in your mission call letter will tell you in more detail the clothing, luggage, and other items you will need to bring with you on your mission. There are slight variations between missions, and the letter from your mission president will advise you if that is that case. For the most part, though, the clothing, toiletries, and other items each missionary will need to bring the mission is relatively standard.

Mission Clothing List: Elders

Mission Clothing List: Sisters

10 – 12 White shirts (some short sleeve and some long sleeve)
2 Dark colored, Conservative Suits
5 – 6 Pair of dress slacks
5 – 6 Conservative ties
8 – 10 Solid, dark colored socks
2 Pairs of thick-soled, comfortable, conservative shoes.
8 – 10 Pairs of temple garments
Waterproof, winter boots, as needed
Dark overcoat with liner, as needed
Pajamas, robe, and slippers, as needed
Dark raincoat, lightweight plastic or nylon
Cold-weather gear (gloves, scarf, ear-muffs, winter hat, thermals) as needed
Sweater(s), solid dark color, as needed
Umbrella
Pair of flip-flops/shower shoes
Shaving equipment
Deodorant and other toiletries
Set of work clothes and gym clothes (jeans, t-shirt, shorts, athletic shoes, etc.)
Small first-aid kit, and sewing kit
Alarm clock (wind-up or battery)
2 Towels, washcloths
Twin-size bed sheets with pillowcase
Backpack
Sunscreen and lip balm, as needed

4 – 5 Outfits of modest design: blouses, skirts, dresses, jackets, vests, jumpers, suits. Mid-calf length. Nothing tight-fitting, or baggy; no wrap-around skirts, t-shirts, polo-shirts, denims, or leathers.
12 Pairs of nylons or knee-highs
2 – 3 Pairs of shoes that are conservative and comfortable
1 Pair of dress shoes
1 Pair of winter boots
8 – 10 Pairs of temple garments
Personal toiletries
Underclothing, modest and durable.
Dark winter coat
Pajamas, robe, and slippers, as needed
Dark raincoat, lightweight plastic or nylon
Cold-weather gear (gloves, scarf, ear-muffs, winter hat, thermals) as needed
Sweater(s), as needed
Umbrella
Pair of flip-flops/shower shoes
Set of work clothes and gym clothes (jeans, t-shirt, shorts, athletic shoes, etc.)
Small first-aid kit, and sewing kit
Alarm clock (wind-up or battery)
2 Towels, washcloths
Twin-size bed sheets with pillowcase
Backpack
Sunscreen and lip balm, as needed

Missionary Luggage

Of course you will need luggage to carry your clothes and personal belongings. Mormon missionaries are suggested to bring 3 pieces of luggage that follow these guidelines: Two large suitcases (that you could check at the airport) and one smaller bag (a carry-on). The first, larger, checked suitcase should be no larger than 62 dimensional inches (height plus width plus depth), and no heavier than 70 pounds. The second piece should be no larger than 55 dimensional inches and no heavier than 70 pounds. The smaller, carry-on bag should be no larger than 45 dimensional inches. For more information, see missionary clothing needs and what should I bring to the MTC?.

Missionary Books

Missionaries are allowed to bring the following books with them:

True to the Faith
Jesus the Christ, by James E. Talmage
Our Heritage: A Brief History of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Our Search for Happiness, By M. Russell Ballard

What NOT to Bring on Your Mission

Do not bring the following items to the MTC or to the mission field:

Briefcases
Any books not listed above
Daily planners, including electronic planners
Laptop or other computers
Any video recording devices, or any video or DVD players
Cellular phones, pagers, e-mail devices, or unauthorized electronic equipment
Radios or clock radios
Musical instruments
Playing cards, games, footballs, soccer balls, or any other kind of sports or hobby equipment
Packages for other missionaries in the MTC or in the mission field
Weapons of any kind

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Candace August 26, 2010 at 12:07 am: If you are having a hard time finding sister missionary clothing, check out Sorella Bella – the online store for sister missionaries.

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