Summertime, the weather is hot, and we all know what that means… vacations are right around the corner! Whether you are heading out in a car or on a plane, most people at some point this summer will be heading for the beach, and ladies if you’re anything like us, the packing prior to the actual vacation can cause some real anxiety.
A very lucky few of you might have the luxury of not having to worry about packing space, but most of us either have the small trunk of our car or that scale at the airports looming over our heads, filling our hearts with dread as we place items into our bag. Of course, the guys in our lives don’t understand where we’re coming from at all, as they throw in exactly one t-shirt and pair of shorts per planned vacation day. However we know that within those days there is the potential need for all different types of attire! Beach days, casual lunches, nights out, shopping, sightseeing, dancing, outdoor activities… the possibilities are endless! How exactly does one prepare for all of these occasions yet fit within the packing constraints placed upon us? Don’t worry the girls at Jules are here to help!
The key to packing success is bringing versatile items that when mixed and matched can have you prepared for all of the events you might be attending. Check out our list below for ideas of how to utilize what you already have in your closet, or come in to Jules and pick up some of the basics that you are missing!
1. Best purse combination: one big tote and a small dressier clutch. When you take a big tote, especially on the airplane, you can pack it full of all of your vacation essentials- sunglasses, reading material, water bottles, sunscreen, etc. Your small clutch fits inside the big bag but can be easily carried by itself for those nights out on the town or shopping when you don’t want something heavy to carry around!
2. A basic long tank top or tee. Pick a solid color that you love on yourself and you will be able to get a lot of miles out of this tee! Knot it off to the side over your swimsuit for a cover-up by the pool. Pair it with a maxi skirt or mini wrap t-shirt skirt for a casual dinner or sightseeing. Pair it with your p
atterned cloth shorts for a shopping day. Plan on doing some hiking around the island? Just throw it on with your jean cut-off shorts!
3. Flattering halter bikini top. Clearly you will need a favorite flattering bikini for all of the sun you plan on getting laying on the beach. However the halter trend of bikini tops this summer allows for so many more outfit possibilities! Pair it with your maxi skirt and it functions as cute crop top outfit for a night out! Wear it with your patterned cloth shorts and wedges for dancing, happy hour, or a lunch date.
With these basics, not only will the stress of packing be alleviated but you are sure to vacation in style!
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