Thanks for the sticky! ^
Here are two more threads this time specifically for the ladies. The first one deals with classic overpacking syndrome:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/women...-possible.html
The second one deals with overpacking out of inexperience and features detailed examples of the thought process that is useful when you want to reduce your load:
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/women...ggestions.html
Till