Do you hate packing, not knowing what to bring, but absolutely love taking trips to tropical islands? Same. I’ve mastered the art of packing lightly, while managing to slay each day’s look with the same, versatile pieces, and thought I’d spread the knowledge and love. These are some timeless pieces that you can wear on any summer vacation (or staycations), and style with new pieces you add to your wardrobe over the years. Whether you’re planning to chill poolside, become a beach bum, or walk around sightseeing, going out for the nightlife, attending fancy dinners, and everything in between, I got you covered with these hand-picked pieces below. Please keep in mind that these items may go out of stock and prices may change by the respective retailer. Remember- you can always use the images below as inspiration to search for similar pieces. All images belong to the respective brands.
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Nazaneen Azizi
Beach & Poolside Cover-Ups
Whether at the beach or pool, you can count on these cover-ups that are versatile enough to also count toward your day time or evening looks if that floats your boat. Crochet is your best friend, either in a midi dress, kaftan, or even wide leg pant style.
Crochet-Style Coverup Pant
Strolls in the Sand Black Crochet Midi Swim Cover-Up
By Anthropologie Crochet Tie-Waist Kaftan
Swimsuits
What’s a tropical vacation without a killer swimsuit? Get out of your comfort zone with fun prints and unique designs in two-piece or one-piece swimsuits.
LSPACE Stella Underwire Top
PQ Swim Beaded Brynn One-Piece Swimsuit
Seafolly Bandeau Bikini Top
Halter & Off-the-Shoulder Tops
The ideal tops for summer getaways include breathable options including casual and laid-back off-the-shoulder styles, to classy halter tops.
By Anthropologie Structured Halter Top
Ruffle-trimmed Off-the-shoulder Top
ASTR The Label Draped Ruched Satin Top
Button-Ups & Blouses
Breathable linen blouses with floral prints give feminine vibes, while shirtdresses are incredibly comfortable and versatile, seamlessly taking you from the pool or beach to the other activities on your itinerary.
Linen-blend Blouse
Sea Level Linen Button-Up Cover-Up Shirtdress
Blouse with Tie Detail
Shorts & Linen Pants
You can confidently pack lightly as long as you have these versatile bottoms to allow for the ultimate mixing and matching, whether sight-seeing, hanging poolside or beachside, sight-seeing, grabbing lunch, and more.
La Blanca Beach Cotton Cover-Up Shorts
AGOLDE Parker Distressed Denim Shorts
Caslon Drawstring Straight Leg Linen Pants
Skirts & Rompers
Wrap and midi skirts are simple, sexy, and very appropriate for a tropical getaway, which can also be styled for a nice dinner. Rompers are ideal as either a swimsuit cover-up or exploring during the day.
Sunshine 79 Gypset Convertible Faux Wrap Coverup
Silky Crepe Sarong Midi Skirt
Avala Cotton Crinkle Double Gauze Romper
Kaftans
An elegant kaftan is a must-have, as its breathable, light, comfortable, and can have exotic patterns to make you look and feel like a million bucks without having to put much effort into styling a lavish look.
Rosalia Kaftan
Livia Linen Mini Dress
Ink Emerson Caftan
By the Beach Dresses
Get ready to make reservations on the beach with these gorgeous, comfortable dresses, and you can even throw them on top of your swimsuit.
L’AGENCE Elise Paisley Halter Cover-Up Midi Dress
Strapless Twist-Front Maxi Dress
Sunny Destiny Multi Striped Crochet Halter Midi Dress
Day Time Dresses
Timeless maxi dresses with beautiful colors and prints are a strategic way to feel elegant and classy without sacrificing comfort.
Poplin Cut-Out Maxi Dress
Goddess Vibes Striped Dolman Sleeve Maxi Dress
The Somerset Maxi Dress: Halter Edition
Casual Dresses
If you need something both cute and comfortable to lounge around in, look no further than these simple, but far from boring dresses.
The Aimee Slim Ribbed Knit Midi Dress
Island Muse Sage Green Textured Knit Fringe Mini Dress
Beauty in Simplicity Rust Orange Ribbed Bodycon Dress
Evening Dresses
Special occasions call for jaw dropping evening dresses with unique tones and details that elevate a simple dress.
Dreamy Date Light Green Surplice Midi Dress
Centered on Style White One-Shoulder Bodycon Dress
Sleek and Sultry Green Satin Cutout Midi Dress
Going Out Dresses
Whether you’re hitting the town with your girls or for date night with your significant other, these are the perfect dresses to enjoy the summer night vibes.
Lovers and Friends Kamala Mini Dress
Constant Confidence Floral Knotted Halter Mini Dress
Oseree Paillettes O Kaftan
Shoes
Packing the least amount of shoes possible, you need a comfortable kitten heel for dressier moments, a woven wedge sandal to elevate our day-time look without killing your feet, and of course, a water-resistant sandal that can be worn at the pool, beach, or simply getting around at the airport.
GIANVITO ROSSI Ribbon Thong 55 Sandals
Christian Louboutin Calakala 70MM Nappa Sandals
Dolce & Gabbana Bianca Interlock Slide Sandal (Women)
Handbags
The top 3 handbags needed: a tote that you can throw your whole life into that is beach and pool friendly too, a day-time casual and chic crossbody, as well as an evening bag for the dressier occasions.
ALLSAINTS Allington Straw Tote
Solferino Small YSL Crossbody Bag in Smooth Leather
Jimmy Choo Bon Bon Drawstring Bucket Bag
Accessories
You can rely on versatile accessories to complete each one of your vacation looks, whether it’s a neutral wide brimmed fedora, oversized shades, or body jewelry to spice your looks up.
Sea La Vie Fedora
Gucci 60MM Butterfly Sunglasses
8 Other Reasons Double Layer Chain Belt
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