It’s vacation time. You have booked your dream vacation at a breathtaking beach resort, and you can’t wait to begin your adventure. You start imaging what you’re going to do and what you’re going to wear. And then you remember you have to pack and suddenly nothing in your closet seems right. Your clothes might just not mesh with your image in your mind. There are plenty of affordable options that are both versatile and fashionable that you can repurpose during your trip. And don’t forget to pack the accessories. Accessories can take a daytime beachy look and dress it up for an intimate dinner or take you out on the town. Let’s explore some of our top packing-picks that you need to include on your beach vacation pack list.
Bathing Suits
Of course, the first thing to come to mind for your trip is a fantastic swimsuit. You will definitely want to pack at least two, so you have one to wear while the other one is drying. Anyone who has tried to put on a wet bathing suit knows this is essential. If you are a bikini kind of girl, there are some amazing separates that you can pick up to change the look of your swimsuit every day. Feel free to mix colors and patterns to show off your own unique style while lounging by the pool or beach.
Cover Up
Our best pick for a bathing suit cover-up is a sarong. There are limitless possibilities with how to wear a sarong, you can even wear it out in the evening (accessorized of course) for an elegant look. There is no shortage of videos on YouTube on creative ways to tie your sarong. But make sure that you practice before you go on your trip. The last thing you want to do on vacation is to spend time teaching yourself how to tie the perfect knot to get your look just right. Pick a few favorites and get them down pat. You will thank us later.
Shoes and Accessories
There are some fantastic sandals that you can pack that you can wear at the beach or during the evening. Many of the beach flip flops have cute embellishments and sparkles that will dazzle during the day with your perfectly tied sarong and work correctly with that maxi dress you packed. Make sure to bring several pair of shoes that will work with a lot of different outfits, so you have options. Don’t bring a brand-new pair of shoes unless you have worn them beforehand, so you don’t wind up with blisters and sore feet. If you just can resist packing that new amazing pair, make sure you bring some extra Chapstick, you can rub this on your feet where the shoes will rub, to create a frictionless barrier to help protect your feet. Bring some fun, costume bracelets, necklaces and earrings that you can dress up your looks with. Sunglasses are another must-have for the beach, but also are a cute accessory to wear with your different resort outfits.
Sweaters and Wraps
Packing a few different tank tops in different colors is a must. You can pair them with your different shorts and skirts. But sometimes the evenings can be chilly and definitely the restaurants can be a little cold after coming in from a day out in the tropical sun. Pack a few lightweight sweaters that you can pair with your different tanks. You can even bring some cute, thin, flowing wraps that can be worn in many different ways similar to your sarong. If you forget to pack these wraps or have run out of time, your sarong can double as your evening wrap.
You do not have to spend a fortune on resort wear for your beach vacation. You may even have some of the core pieces already in your closet. By purchasing a couple new accessories and items, you can freshen up your look and elevate your style. Spend a little bit of time planning before you begin packing, and this will save you a major headache as the trip approaches, and most likely save money. There are tons of apps that you can use that will help you plan your outfits.
You can lay out your clothes and accessories and snap a picture. This will help you to make sure you are not forgetting anything you may need to complete sure looks. You can even create custom checklists to help you stay on track.
