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1. High-waisted rolled denim shorts in a timeless paper bag shape that'll look effortless with a basic white tee.
Promising review: "These are the best summer shorts. I wish I had these in multiple colors. The fit is spot-on. I purchased the blue denim and the black and both are great colors, but I want more colors. I also love the elastic waistline." —doub515
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in sizes XS–XL and seven colors).
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2. A darling basket handbag if your style is quirky with a hint of vintage. If you're headed somewhere warm, then this accessory is a must-have.
3. A ruffle knit tank — aka any pair of pant's new BFF. This will look fab with a classic pair of jeans or shorts.
Promising review: "Such a cute addition to any summer outfit! Highly recommend. Lightweight but detailed and works great for any occasion." —Helena Ezzeldin
Get it from Amazon for $22.99 (available in sizes XS–XL and in 33 colors/styles).
4. A high-neck cropped tank in case your wardrobe is crying out for some good, solid go-to basics you can wear a bajillion times and never get sick of. This will pair well with quite literally any bottoms you pack.
Promising review: "Guys, I am the queen of returns. When I tell you I've tried at least 15 crop tops over the last few months only to send each and every one back, you should know that I'm picky. This top is amazing. It has a stretchy spandex feel (almost feels like swimsuit material), which I prefer over a thin cotton fabric. It's very easy to wear without a bra and sits in a nice location on my waist — not too short and nice to wear with a high-waisted skirt or yoga pants. I would honestly probably work out in this top." —Sarah O'Brien
Get it from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 16 colors).
5. A high-waisted swing skirt that'll transition well from day to night depending on the top you wear with it.
Promising review: "I love, love, love this skirt! I love it so much that I immediately bought four more in different colors. It’s high waisted and the perfect length without being too short. If you’re on the fence...get the skirt! I found the polka-dotted ones are true to size while the florals are more snug with less stretch." —Kara DeBie
Get it from Amazon for $25.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 44 colors/prints).
6. Paper-light cotton trousers if where you're headed may get a bit chilly at night but you still want your wardrobe to feel effortless and put together.
Promising review: "THESE ARE MY NEW FAVORITE PANTS! The fabric is superb in all colors. Fabric is a medium-weight breathable cotton in a subtle, nearly unnoticeable pattern. It does not wrinkle excessively when wearing, and washes beautifully. The paper bag style of these pants really allows for a lot of flexibility depending on YOUR size. These pants are great for hot muggy summer, and I realized yesterday that with boots, they'd transition nicely into fall as well." —Peggy Brogan
Get them from Amazon for $23.98+ (available in sizes 0–22 and 13 colors).
7. A drawstring bodycon dress in case you have some cute dinners planned and want to feel like a million bucks.
Promising reviews: "I purchased this dress last minute for my birthday and absolutely loved it. I received a lot of compliments and felt confident wearing this dress. It wasn’t sheer at all and the material is very soft. Definitely will purchase in other colors!" —laniya
"This dress is amazing! The fabric is so soft and silky but also has structure and because the sides are ruched, I can adjust it to the perfect length, which means a lot when you're only 5'1". The ruching allows me to control the amount of fabric gathered in the tummy and behind areas. To sum it all up, I LOVE the dress and plan on purchasing at least two more in the army green and the brown because this style dress can also be worn in the fall and spring months with a basic or colored denim jacket and a cute pair of boots or booties!" —Tonya
Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in sizes S–XL and in 28 colors/styles).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so you can try it on before committing to purchasing it!
8. A lacy bodysuit you're able to wear under a chic blazer as a sexy top. I've seen some of my most favorite influencers styling these lately and I'm obsessed.
One of my fave influencers, Mary Skinner (@mary.cj.skinner), styled something super similar in a video recently and decided I need a lacy bodysuit in my closet ASAP.
Promising review: "Love this! It’s so soft. Usually worried about lingerie being itchy, but it’s sooo comfortable and doesn’t feel like anything is on." —heatheracarr
Get it from Amazon for $18.99 (available in sizes S–4XL and in 15 colors).
9. A JW Pei faux crocodile shoulder bag for holding all of your essentials while you're out exploring the city.
JW Pei is an Asian-, family-owned brand with minimalist purses that are made with sustainable vegan materials.
Promising review: "Absolutely love this little purse...This falls into the small purse category, but there’s still ample space inside. Can fit my phone, lip gloss, mascara, blush, brow pencil, bill folder, keys, even my small battery-powered fan and I’ll still have space left. I like to wear it on my shoulder, the strap is the perfect length. I also love the bean shape; it looks luxe and gives it character. Material isn’t cheap at all. Overall a gorgeous addition to my collection and well worth the money." —Nelly
Get it from Amazon for $58.99 (available in 13 colors).
10. A two-piece apron jumpsuit you can wear eight different ways so you can make the most out of packing. The top and bottoms can actually separate and be worn individually and the top can be styled into a ton of unique looks.
And if you need some inspo to help you get started with how to wear this pieces, there's more images on the site that show different ways it can be worn!
Vetta is a woman-owned slow-fashion small business that makes versatile wardrobe essentials. They create collections of five items that can be mixed-and-matched to create 30 different outfits. The clothes are made from sustainable fabrics and in responsible factories.
Get it from Vetta for $158 (available in sizes 0–18 and in four colors/patterns).
11. A ruffled sleeve pleated-skirt dress for a ~wowza~ option you'll be so glad you packed if you're headed out for a night on the town.
Promising review: "LOVE THIS DRESS! I bought it for a wedding and got so many compliments. It fit great. I probably could have gone down a size because the top was a little loose. But it’s very flowy. The material is thin but thick enough that it’s not see-through." —Megan
Get it from Amazon for $47.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and in nine colors).
12. A strappy bikini if you plan on enjoying tons of time at the pool with a mojito in hand.
Promising review: "If I could leave more than 5 stars for this swimsuit, I WOULD!!!! I want to scream from the rooftops about how amazing the fit and feel of this beautiful set are. I put this on and immediately felt like a million dollars. The top boasts padded cups and adjustable everything, making it fit well no matter your size. I generally have a hard time staying in bikini cups, and I was able to tighten the back AND sides of this suit for a perfect fit. Well-made, well-loved, and I will wear this suit to EVERY beach and pool party from now on!!" —Annie Hinz
Get it on Amazon for $35.98+ (available in sizes M–3X and 12 colors/patterns).
13. A flowy ruffled-hem dress so lightweight, it won't take up much room in your suitcase at all.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this dress — it fits perfectly and it's so adorable. The first day I wore it I got so many compliments and it was so comfortable. It was nice to wear as a dress or even a long shirt with leggings. The color is really cute too. I definitely recommend it and will probably buy more in different colors!" —Jasmine Ball
Get it from Amazon for $26.34+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 18 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so you can try it on before committing to purchasing it!
14. Chunky white sneakers you'll be able to wear with everything (seriously, everything). These look amazing with skirts and dresses too!
BuzzFeed writer Stephanie Hope loves hers:
"I brought only these shoes on my Disney vacation with my husband and they were perfectly comfortable! I wore them for a week straight: four Disney parks, Universal *and* Islands of Adventure! I got zero blisters and felt completely fine the entire time!"
Get them from DSW for $69.99 (available in sizes 5.5–11).
15. A tie-front dress for daily excursions where you want your outfit to look cute but also give your legs the ability to breathe.
Promising review: "Love this dress. Pro tip: If you want your bust to look even better in the dress, get a push-up adhesive bra. Pull the ties across each other over the connecting part of the bra, and use two safety pins to hold [it] in place. THEN tie." —Kay
Get it from Amazon for $33.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 39 styles).
16. A pair of high-waisted flowy pants that kindaaaa look like a skirt but are in fact pants — which means your inner thighs will thank you for not exposing them to the possibility of chafing in the heat.
Promising review: "These pants are so comfortable and chic! I love that they are wide-legged and flowy. They give you the same breezy feeling that you get with a maxi skirt. The material is super soft and the perfect weight for warm weather pants. The belted ties are just the right length and add a very feminine touch. The pant legs are very wide. I cannot wait for warmer weather to get here so I can wear this outfit!" —Brittany Williams
Get it from Amazon for $19.98+ (available in sizes S–4XL and 16 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so you can try it on before committing to purchasing it!
17. A daisy-covered cardigan to keep handy for chillier evenings or cold restaurants. I always make sure to bring at least one cardigan for dinners because I tend to get cold.
Promising review: "This sweater is SUPER cute, good quality, and fits like a glove! Overall, this sweater is definitely great for the spring time, and the material is very cozy and soft!" —Maya Herring
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in one size and seven colors).
18. A Set Active ribbed workout bra in case you love wearing athleisure but want to ensure it looks fashionable and not like something you wore to middle school gym class. If you love to get your workout on while on vacays then you'll def wanna pack this.
Set Active is a woman-owned, small workout wear brand with made-to-match styles that are comfortable and well-made.
I recently got back into working out and wanted to motivate myself by getting some cute, new activewear. I love Set Active, they are my absolute fave brand for workout wear and I own several of these ribbed V bralettes. They're perfect and TBH, I will probs order more.
Get it from Set Active for $56 (available in sizes XS–XL and 13 colors).
19. A midi sundress so all you'll need to go with it are some chic accessories, a pair of sandals, and perhaps a sun hat.
Promising reviews: "LOVE this dress! It looks exactly like the picture! The pockets are deep and super handy. Very comfortable and I love that you can dress it up or down. Perfect for the summer in hot, humid weather! Going back for more colors!" —Haley
"Found this dress through a BuzzFeed article and couldn't resist the white sunflowers. The material is stretchy and just fits your body so well. I didn't have any problems with it being see through. The length is cute, the buttons are fake so they stay uniform all the way down, and it's stretchy across the back of the bodice so bigger-chested people would love this. My mom and I have completely different body types and the large fits us both amazingly! Definitely going to try to order as many prints as I can!" —Courtney Clark
Get it from Amazon for $23.98+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 38 styles and colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so you can try it on before committing to purchasing it!
20. A super cute straw hat to ~top~ off your beach look if you're headed somewhere tropical. This'll keep you looking trendy and shield you from harmful UV rays.
Promising review: "Let me start off by saying I've never been a beach hat type person...until now! I love this hat!!! When I bought it, I wasn't sure if I could pull it off. (You know, it looks good on others but not so good on me.) Well, I just got back from Belize and this hat was amazing. I love how adjustable it is. I was able to comfortably wear it while riding a golf cart, all day at the beach, and even out on a kayak without it blowing off or being too tight. And it was just the right coverage for me. Enough to protect my sensitive eyes and fair skin from the sun yet not so large that it was in the way. I wore it much more than I thought I would because it was so useful, cute, and comfortable! Great buy." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $24.99 (available in 22 colors).
21. A two-piece set if you want getting dressed on vacay to be as effortless as possible.
After writing about this set so many times in BuzzFeed posts (and reading the glowing reviews, of course), I just had to see what the hype was about. I ordered this in pink for a recent trip to California and it was the comfiest and cutest outfit I've ever worn on a trip. I honestly want to order it in more colors that's how much I love it. It was so effortless to throw on and style — just add a cute bag, some sunnies, and sneakers for a cute and ready-to-go 'fit.
Promising review: "I love this set! Every time I wear it I get compliments from friends. I also like how open and breathable it is. Texas summers are very hot and I‘m not absolutely dying when I wear this! Very happy with the purchase." —Erika V.
Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and 15 styles).
22. A ruffle sleeve mini dress you can wear more than once during your travels. This means you can pack lighter and smarter.
Promising review: "This dress is so cute and the material is great for how cheap it is! I was so impressed by the quality. I ordered a size bigger than normal and I probably could have gotten my normal size but I wanted to have it a little longer so I could wear it to work!" —Gracyn Herman
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 11 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so you can try it on before committing to purchasing it!
23. A high-rise exercise skort — aka a skirt with built-in shorts AND pockets for keeping your must-haves handy like your phone, keys, and wallet. If you're planning on doing more physical activities, then you'll def wanna pack this athleisure 'fit option.
Promising review: "I live in the South where it gets uncomfortably hot in the summer, so I wanted a skirt that would look cute, keep me cool, and look like something that is casual like shorts but a tad more comfy. This skirt fits the criteria! The inner leg pocket is big enough to hold a large iPhone, and the pocket on the waist would hold a key and some credit cards. So, if you plan on going to a festival, baseball game, or somewhere you don't want to have to carry a bag, these pockets would work well for holding important items." —CupcakeBaker
Get it from Amazon for $27.99 (available in sizes XS–XXL and 15 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so you can try it on before committing to purchasing it!
24. A ruffled sleeve maxi dress featuring a high slit that'll look so chic in all of your travel 'gram pics.
Promising review: "I got this dress in the light blush floral pattern. It was so pretty in person and just as vibrant as the pictures. I took this dress with me to Mexico for a brunch and I got so many compliments on it. They couldn’t believe I bought it off Amazon. I am a medium and bought a medium and it fit just right. I have a bigger chest and it showed a bit of cleavage without going overboard. The slit is subtle (or as subtle as you would like it to be). I wore the dress with wedges and it was the perfect outfit." —916 Clinton
Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and in 29 colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so you can try it on before committing to purchasing it!
25. An adorable vintage-inspired midi dress in a classic silhouette that'll never go out of style and will look super cute under a denim jacket.
Blanco And Barley is a US-based Etsy shop filled with dresses, knitwear, and a bunch of other cute things.
Promising review: "This dress was the perfect length and looks absolutely beautiful! I got a bunch of compliments as well while wearing it." —Mckayla
Get it from Blanco And Barley on Etsy for $48.84 (available in sizes S–L and in two colors).
26. A stunning see-through, off-the-shoulder gown that'll layer beautifully over a bathing suit or on top of some fun undergarments for a night out.
Promising review: "Love this dress!! I got soooo many compliments and you will too!! The material is stretchy and good, so you can confidently buy it in your size. You have to find something to go under it yourself. I used a sexy semi-see-through number under my dress and used a cute belt to really define my midsection. I’m large at the top and bottom but the dress went all the way down the way I like my dresses too. This dress is so sexy!! You can’t go wrong!!" —Courtney Gardner
Get it from Amazon for $23.39 (available in sizes S–3XL and in two colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so you can try it on before committing to purchasing it!
27. A faux wrap one-piece bathing suit so if you're headed on a cruise or to a tropical island, you'll be ready for the beach.
Promising review: "This is the cutest bathing suit ever! I ordered an XL after reading reviews and I’m glad I did. It fits like a glove. I highly, highly recommend this suit. It fits my chest so nicely. The body clings tight and holds you in. Wish there were more colors cause I’d order more!" —Gina Cecelia
Get it from Amazon for $32.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and in 13 colors. It's also available in solid colors).
Psst — this is available on Prime Try Before You Buy so you can try it on before committing to purchasing it!
28. A neoprene fanny pack to keep all of your essentials in one place that's cute AND functional. I have the hot pink color and it's PERFECTION. If you'll be on-the-go then this is the bag for you.
Em John Jewelry is a woman-owned small business.
I was sent this fanny pack in the hot pink color and boy oh boy is it my new fave dog walking bag. (TBH I'd wear it even when not walking the dog). The neoprene fabric makes it flexible to be able to fit a ton of necessities inside, like my wallet, keys, some treats for my pup, sunglasses, and even a power bank to recharge my phone. If you're looking for a cute, sleek, and functional fanny pack — get this one.
Get it from Em John Jewelry for $38 (available in hot pink, black, and cream).
29. A pair of 4-inch Soludos lace-up wedges that are incredibly comfortable and can turn any ~basic~ outfit into an ~iconic~ one.
Promising review: "Excellent quality. These espadrilles are SO soft, light in weight, and the material delicately hugs the shape of your feet upon the first try. Initially, I considered a lower heel, worried that a 4-inch may be too high. Not at all. Go for the 4-inch. It's worth it and very comfortable. I'm a 9 but ordered an 8.5 size per their advice. Definitely order half a size down. I would not recommend these shoes if you are a wide fit." —Luli
Get the from Soludos for $46 (available in sizes 5–11 and in two colors).
Now let's get a move on and get this vacay started.
