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Everything I'd Pack for a Beach Vacation
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items The best beach outfits usually start with one really good swimsuit. From there, it's all the little things that make the look feel complete. A lightweight cover-up, easy sandals, a woven bag, sunglasses you keep reaching for... these are the beach pi...
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Swimsuits
Coverups
Sandals
Sunglasses
Bags
Swimsuits
Bikini days and one-piece days are completely different moods. This is the set I'd reach for when the plan is actually spending the whole day in the sun instead of just taking a few photos and leaving.
Clovelly Top - Monday Swimwear
I can already picture this after an early morning swim with a coffee in one hand and a towel over my shoulder. Nothing complicated, just one of those outfits that always feels right.
The Amalfi: Classic Black One Piece Swimsuit - Andie Swim
Some swimwear catches your eye because of the print. This stands out for the opposite reason. The shape does all the work, which means it never really feels overdone.
Square Neck Swimsuits | Hunza G
I'd probably end up wearing this on the days when lunch turns into an afternoon by the water without any real plans. Throw on a pair of sandals and it already feels like an outfit.
Twist Front One Piece Swimsuits | Sea Level US
There are days when I don't feel like thinking too hard about what to wear. A classic one-piece usually solves that problem before it even starts. Add a linen shirt on top and I'd happily wear it long after leaving the beach.
Palma Top - Ivory – Monday Swimwear
Coverups
I'd probably tell myself I was only wearing this for the walk back from the beach. Somehow it would still be on by sunset.
Ida Short Cover Up - Black - XS
I'd save this for the evenings when everyone suddenly decides to watch the sunset. It already feels dressed up without trying too hard.
Newport Dress - Midnight Crochet
Sometimes I'd rather skip shorts completely. Linen pants always make a beach outfit feel a little more put together without losing that relaxed holiday feel.
The Getaway Pant - Graphic Jungle EcoLinen
Oversized shirts always earn their suitcase space. Half the time they end up being the first thing I reach for in the morning and the last thing I take off after sunset.
Rio Tunic in Shell Or High Water
I'd save this for the evenings when everyone suddenly decides to watch the sunset. It already feels dressed up without trying too hard.
Maaji - Stone Blue Joy Linen Cover-Up Dress (Women) - Nordstrom
Sandals
Easy enough for a beach café, polished enough that I wouldn't think twice about wearing them to dinner afterwards.
Lily - tkees
These are the pair I'd save for the evenings when everyone's suddenly ready before sunset.
Eleftheria Leather Natural - Ancient Greek Sandals
Not glamorous. Just ridiculously useful. Every beach trip needs one practical pair.
Gigi Thong Sandal - Sam Edelman
Comfortable enough to keep on all afternoon, polished enough that I'd never feel like changing before dinner.
HADYN Black Leather Sandal | Women's Designer ... - Steve Madden
Sunglasses
Some sunglasses instantly change the whole outfit. Suddenly a swimsuit and linen shirt feel like an actual look instead of a beach cover-up.
HIGH KEY Wire Frame Aviator Sunglasses - QUAY
These feel like the pair I'd wear on travel days too. Airport, beach, coffee stop... they never really look out of place.
ERIKA CLASSIC Sunglasses in Rubber Black and Grey Gradient
The views deserve good sunglasses too. I'd happily wear these from breakfast by the water right through to sunset.
Starfish Fashion Sunglasses | Trendy Polarized Eyewear - Maui Jim
The shape did the convincing before the logo ever had a chance.
Becky II Cat Eye Sunglasses
Bags
Beach bags usually lean practical or pretty. This somehow lands comfortably in the middle.
Bags – Hat Attack New York
Clean lines never ask for attention, but they rarely get ignored either.
Mini Paloma Bag – Cuyana
The kind of bag that somehow looks even better once it has a few trips behind it.
Meadow Leather Crossbody Bag Lg
This is exactly the sort of bag that makes packing feel like the start of the vacation.
Pink Palm Embroidered Beach Tote - Tommy Bahama
Crochet always feels right near the water. It adds texture without asking for attention.
Lucia Crossbody Bag in Natural Medallion Crochet - The Sak