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Whatever sandy beach you find yourself at this season, a vacation-ready outfit will help you maximize your on-holiday mindset. Luckily, plenty of summer staples are filling up our shopping carts—there are printed dresses from Alémais, Missoni, and A.L.C., matching sets from Escvdo, and statement swimwear from Pucci and Maygel Coronel to get you excited about upcoming travel plans.
Vogue’s Ultimate Vacation Outfit Wish List:
- The Striped Shirtdress: Cos wrap midi shirt dress, $169
- The Classic Denim Cutoffs: Mother The Skipper short, $198
- The Easy Short: Toteme Ramie shorts, $360
- The Strapless Top: Faithfull Iris strapless checked linen top, $200
- The Everyday Sandal: A.Emery Jalen leather sandals, $220
- The Raffia Bucket: Janessa Leone Teagan hat, $277
- The Bright Bikini: Lido Venti triangle halterneck bikini, $161
- The Sleek One-Piece: Bondi Born Alba one piece swimsuit, $250
- The Oversized Beach Bag: Kule The All Over striped tote, $228
- The Party-Ready Mini: Missoni one-shoulder printed tulle mini dress, $1,030
When putting together the perfect beach or poolside look, there’s so much more to consider, and enjoy, than just a bikini or one-piece swimsuit. Chic cover-ups like striped linen dresses, easy button-ups, and silk shorts are thoughtful additions to add to your vacation packing list. Not to mention, they make transitioning from the water to whatever you have planned next effortlessly elegant.
Apart from any beachside activities, packing and planning for balmy evenings out is equally important when crafting your vacation outfits moodboard. You can go the monochromatic route by pairing a peplum halter from Dries Van Noten with a pair of pull-on trousers; or you can turn up saturation with Missoni’s fringed one-shoulder dress, either result will no doubt be fabulously fun. For a more classic pairing, sport Staud’s pleated shorts with a gingham tube top and multicolored market tote.
Beachy accessories are not to be ignored, either—think jewelry from Shasi and Lié Studio or Janessa Leone’s straw bucket hat. For those prioritizing shoes, strappy heeled styles from Khaite should be a must-have on your packing list, while Massimo Dutti’s fashion flip-flops feel just as polished with denim cut-offs or airy linen pants. As for the ultimate finishing touch? That’s a covetable raffia tote, of course, with It buys from Muuñ to Sensi Studio.
Your holiday starts off in style with these 10 vacation outfit ideas, below.
The Party-Ready Mini With Strappy Sandals and Gold Extras
Nothing screams summer like a zig-zaggy Missoni print. In mini dress form, it’s all you need for festive summer nights.
The Monochrome Separates With Woven Extras
Chloé’s lace babydoll blouse and Toteme’s chic pull-on shorts are simultaneously easy and elegant. Just add espadrilles and a sleek, straw bucket hat.
The Printed One-Piece With Striped Trousers
Vacations are a great time to experiment with ambitious outfit combinations. Try a swirling Pucci maillot with striped pants and mesh flats–the key is to keep it all in the same color family.
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The Pleated Shorts and a Gingham Tube Top
Pair a ruched gingham tube top with pleated shorts for a subtle, but sweet, summer look. Keep accessories to a minimum with Lié Studio’s beaded necklace and Mango’s raffia tote.
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The Crochet Skirt Set With a Wrap Leather Sandal
Escvdo’s striped crochet set is a packing-must–easy to wear together or in pieces for multiple looks. Ground the look with A.Emery’s leather sandals and complete with Muuñ’s straw tote.
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The Strappy Bikini and Romantic Bloomers
Bloomers make for a cute (and unexpected) beach cover up. Wear them over a teeny bikini and add pearls for a hint of cheek.
The Linen Separates With a Sleek and Strapless Swimsuit
It doesn’t get much cooler–style or temperature-wise–than breezy linen separates on the beach. A strapless one-piece doubles is a practical base if you’re venturing into town before (or after) a day on the water.
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The Denim Cut-Offs With a Crochet Shirt
Up the ante on your typical denim cut-offs by adding an oversized crochet shirt atop a colorful bikini.
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The All-White Set With a Striped Tote
For a light and bright look, pair white separates with a colorful, striped tote.
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The Striped Shirtdress With Embellished Sandals and a Mesh Carryall
Upgrade your beach (or pool) side staples with graphic prints. Proenza’s mesh tote makes for a perfect summer companion.
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