A curated collection of my absolute favorite summer essentials, from tropical resort dresses and breezy beach bags to everyday sunglasses, walkable sandals, and delicate pearl necklaces.
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Summer Dresses
Beach Bags
Vacation Sandals
Everyday Sunglasses
Pearl Necklaces
Summer Dresses
Pieces I pack first when I want an outfit that does all the work for me.
I am obsessed with this floral print. Whenever I want something that feels instantly dressed up for a beachside dinner without trying too hard, this is my go-to.
The Popular: Susan Midi Dress
That one-shoulder cut is everything. It moves so effortlessly in the ocean breeze and looks incredible in golden hour photos.
Hutch Sarita One-Shoulder Maxi Dress
Literally looks like a sunset in dress form. I love wearing this for slow evening walks along the coast.
Hutch Bellen Maxi Dress
The pretty botanicals on this strapless piece are stunning. It strikes that exact balance of feeling polished without looking overdressed.
AFRM Khalid Strapless Maxi Dress
If you're heading to a beach club or grabbing sunset cocktails, this cut-out halter is a major head-turner.
Capittana Pippa Cut-Out Halter Maxi Dress
Beach Bags
Totes and purses that actually hold your essentials without losing their style.
This is my holy grail beach tote because it actually fits an oversized towel, sunscreen, and a book without bulging awkwardly.
Large Rio Tote
I love pairing this structured rattan purse with linen sets and sundresses for daytime farmers market strolls.
Chic Summer Rattan Bag
Such a great bohemian touch for travel days. It has that slouchy, effortless vibe I always look for.
Faherty Woven Hobo Bag
My heavy-duty pool day savior. Tosses right into the back seat and handles sandy towels like a champ.
LSPACE Moonlight Beach Bag
The buckle detail on this raffia texture makes it stand out from regular straw bags. Perfect for wandering around a resort town.
Love Knot Slouchy Bag: Raffia Buckle Edition
Vacation Sandals
Footwear that keeps you comfortable through miles of walking while staying chic.
These gold flats add just enough metallic pop to a casual outfit, and the cushioned footbed has saved me on long walking days.
Daressi – Women Gold Flat sandal
The ultimate throw-on-and-go slides. I wear these every time I'm running out the door for morning coffee on vacation.
Aurana – Women Natural Slide sandal - ALDO
If you need height without sacrificing stability on uneven cobblestones or outdoor summer venues, these wedges are a lifesaver.
Midsommar – Wedge Sandal
A clean, minimalist slide that matches literally everything in my suitcase from denim shorts to flowy skirts.
Nazar – Women Natural Slide sandal
The jewel embellishments give these flat T-straps a subtle sparkle that transitions beautifully into evening boardwalk strolls.
Seajewels – Women Black T-strap sandal
Everyday Sunglasses
The frames I keep in my bag at all times for bright sunny days.
These have such a sharp, contemporary edge. The tortoise shell framing flatters almost any face shape.
Tortoise Shell Print Angular Rectangle Sunglasses
My classic, no-fuss black frames. Lightweight enough to wear all day driving or hanging out on an outdoor patio.
Pinched Oval Sunglasses - A New Day™ Black
A narrow profile that gives off major high-fashion energy when paired with simple swimwear or crop tops.
Slim Oval Sunglasses - Wild Fable™ Tort
That geometric twist on the cat-eye shape makes these look way more expensive than they are. Total paparazzi vibes.
I-SEA Geometric Cat-Eye Sunglasses
Sleek, sporty, and modern. I grab these whenever I'm spending a full active day out on the water.
Reality Eyewear Slim Wrapped Oval Sunglasses
Pearl Necklaces
Little touches of coastal elegance to finish off a warm-weather look.
A delicate pearl pendant necklace that brings effortless elegance to any summer outfit. Easy to style with sundresses, linen sets, vacation looks, or everyday essentials for a timeless finish.
NADRI Blair Pearl Pendant Necklace
If you're looking for one piece of jewelry to wear all summer, I'd pick this one. It adds just the right amount of elegance to dresses, linen outfits, and vacation looks without feeling too dressy.
Atolea Sunkissed Pearl Necklace
If you're into the layered jewelry trend, this one's an easy yes. It gives you that effortlessly styled look without having to mix and match necklaces, and it pairs beautifully with summer dresses, linen outfits, vacation looks, and everyday wear.
Ettika All the Chains Pearl Layered Necklace
A pearl necklace you'll wear beyond special occasions, this is a beautiful choice. It adds an elegant touch to summer dresses, vacation outfits, linen sets, and everyday looks without
NADRI Bianca Tri-Pearl Necklace
This pearl necklace adds timeless style to summer outfits, vacation dresses, brunch looks, and everyday wear—all at an affordable price.
Time and Tru Women's 8MM Faux Pearl Necklace 17.5" with Extender