The “It List” for a Stylish Getaway

 Social media is filled with images of your summer vacays. Friends and family and celebs are all over the map from Italy to Ireland to tropical beaches and plenty of places right here in the USA. Are you up next? If so, it’s time to pack. We all like to travel lightly, don’t we? Less to haul lightens your load in so many ways. Your wallet will thank you as you save on baggage fees and your body will appreciate the break as you trek through the airport and down city streets. When thinking about packing vacation clothes, start by packing versatile pieces. Strive for ease and comfort. Fill your days and nights of rest and relaxation with styles that make dressing effortless and make you look stunning. To make your wardrobe work smarter for you, consider the following list of items for your next tropical getaway or summer vacay.

A Magnificent Maxi

Find a maxi dress that looks amazing when worn alone but can also double as a swim cover-up. When on island time, you never know when you’re going from the sand to shore or from the pool to cocktails. However, you can cover up in a maxi and look stylish without missing a beat.

2 Swimsuits in 1

If you bring reversible swimsuits along on your trip, you’ll instantly double your looks with less to pack. Look for styles that reverse from one color to another or to a fashionable print. Bonus that you won’t be caught in the same swimsuit two days in a row!

Duster Dexterity

A duster can be the most versatile and sensible item for vacation packing. Not only would you want to take one along for chic style and extra warmth, but a duster creates different looks over a bathing suit, with a casual day outfit or as part of your dressy night ensemble.

Jumpsuit Savvy

The best way to keep up on savvy style while vacationing is with comfy, one-piece styling. A jumpsuit is your ticket. It’s a complete outfit in one easy, comfortable piece and can be worn with relaxed sophistication. With so many styles to choose from, jumpsuits are perfect for casual or dressy plans.

Romp in Style

Like the jumpsuit, rompers offer a similar comfort and versatility. They’re easy off to jump in and out of the pool, ocean or lake and then easy breezy on for lunch with the crew. With their shorter length, rompers are ideal for tropical destinations. Plus they show off your bronze glow and tone legs!

Palazzo Panache

Whether drawstring, pull on or zip closure, the palazzo pant is a versatile bottom to dress up or down. The wide leg provides cool comfort in a chic, easy look and can be worn with a variety of different tops you take along.

Billowy Boho       

Boho looks are synonymous with relaxed vacation style. Your trip to the tropics would not be complete without a billowy boho outfit to wear on a walk along the beach or dining at an outdoor café.

Here you have it. Hang loose in style with light and flowing pieces that are always elegant in warm island breezes. Plus, the easy, comfy fit you’ve brought makes balmy weather negligible. Even in the summer heat of your own backyard for those of us on staycations!

Start planning and shopping and packing for the most stylish vacay ever!

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