It’s August and many of us, including yours truly, are gearing up for vacation. My girlfriends and I pride ourselves on our packing skills for holiday. There are essentials that every girl needs on a beach holiday, and we’re here to help to take the stress out of it.
I’ve become a big fan of British label Joules and have used their Vacation Shop as a great resource for all things holiday. Here are some of our must-haves:
We love that the one-piece swimsuit has come back in a major way this season. These updated versions of the standard one-piece which was once relegated to old ladies are sexy and more sophisticated. Want to get in on the trend? We love this French Navy Bouquet halter swimsuit. It’s marked down to just $26
The maxi dress has to be the most versatile piece in my summer wardrobe and I always make sure to pack at least one on my trips to the beach. I love this striped Jersey Beach Dress. You could easily wear it as a cover up on the beach or out in the evening, or it could multitask for you from day to night. It costs $43 here.
I always pack a pair of good flip flops for the pool and beach. I love the femme pattern on these Maria Border Parisian flip flops.
I always pack a few nighttime dresses for the evenings and dinner. I get my maxi dresses to do double duty, and also wear them at night, but some evenings I want a more dressed up look. I like this Pip Floral dress because the shift nature of it allows the fabric to breathe and it’s made of cotton and linen, which is perfect for a warm or humid night. It’s $77.
A trip to the beach is incomplete without a good beach tote. I always opt for a canvas one, for one simple reason – they’re washable and you can get all of the sand out of your belongings before heading home. Trust me on this one. This beach-themed tote is just the thing. And, it’s just $14.
Don’t forget these other essentials to pack in the bag: A good SPF, moisturizer, lip balm and of course, a good beach read! I recommend Beautiful Ruins.