Whether you’re jetting off for a week on the Riviera, or hanging out somewhere closer to home, get your summer vacation essentials ready. The weeks leading up to Labor Day are the time to sign off, sit back, and enjoy a well deserved vacation. But, the last thing you want before heading out of town is to stress yourself out with a laundry list of new things you need to buy. Or, god forbid, arrive with a suitcase full of untested trendy purchases, only to find that nothing actually looks good together. Quelle Horrible!
Instead, take a more steadied approach—pick out a few timeless essentials that are seasonally appropriate (read: breathable) but will also look plenty Insta-worthy when you’re posing for a sunset selfie, spritz in hand. Pieces like floaty summer dresses and button-downs that double as beach coverups can pull heavy duty, even if you’re only planning on packing a carry-on. Plus, styled with the right accessories—swap your flip flops for fisherman sandals — you’ll be able to wear your summer vacation essentials into fall too.
As someone who shops for a living, I always appreciate when I can find everything ahead of a trip in one curated place, which is why I decided to pick out a few of my favorite summer styles from Loft. A mix of breezy linen dresses, relaxed pants, and stylish tops, it will be easy to mix and match whatever’s in your suitcase. Feel free to leave your steamer at home—wrinkles are just a sign you’re taking it easy.
