The Definitive Beach Vacation Packing List

If you are planning a warm-weather trip soon, there is a lot to consider while packing your suitcase. Often, we leave behind clothing that would have worked better than what we brought! A little consideration can help prevent wardrobe mishaps. Use this beach vacation packing list and a few helpful suggestions to prepare yourself for a warm-weather getaway.

Research Your Destination

I would recommend that you check the average temperatures. Especially if it is somewhere you have never been before. Most of the time tropical getaways are warm, but paradise islands do have tropical showers. Hotels usually have detailed and informative websites with plenty of pictures. Researching your destination before you arrive can give you an idea of the dress code around the resort or in the dining rooms.

If you are traveling by plane, make sure to know the weight limit for checked baggage. The airline will indicate this on their website, and they are all very strict about baggage weight limits.

Layer, Layer, Layer!

Choose your outfits with a top layer for warmth. Youll want clothing that can easily be removed when you no longer need it. Once the sun goes down you may find yourself wanting to throw on that extra layer.

Start Early

Lastly, make sure to give yourself plenty of time to choose items from your beach vacation packing list. Do not wait until a day or two beforehand. That is when youre thinking of way too many other things you need to do before you leave! If youre coming from the cold, youre not going to be wearing the clothes you pack. So lay out your outfits ahead of time when youre not rushed. Then place your clothes in your suitcase the night before so they wont wrinkle.

What to Pack for a Warm Weather Vacation

  • A great pair of jeans

You can wear lighter colored denim jeans with frilly blouses, add a jacket or blazer if the night air is cool.

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Reese High-Waist Fray Ankle Hem Jeans, sizes 0-18, $89

Good American Good Legs Jeans, sizes 00-24, $185

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Madewell Mid-Rise Straight Jeans, sizes 23-37, $128

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  • A denim dress or skirt

If youre looking for something new and on-trend, I highly recommend a denim dress or a long denim skirt. You can either dress these up or down with the right accessories.

Chambray Shift Dress, sizes XS-XL, $69

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Stetson Long Denim Skirt, sizes 0-12, $74.94

Mira Denim Midi Dress, sizes 2-22, was $130 now $91

  • White button-down shirts

These are another spring/summer classic and they look great with a pair of linen pants or over a bathing suit as a cover-up.

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Madewell White Cotton Courier Shirt, XXS-3X, $65

Bo Boyfriend Button-Down, sizes XS-L, 5 colors, $88

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  • A lightweight jacket or a large scarf

For cooler days and evenings these are great layering pieces.

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Suede Moto Jacket, sizes XS-XL, 3 colors, was $188, now $93.98

Floral Stripe Scarf, was $39.99, now $29.99

  • Gym Shoes

A pair of comfortable trendy gym shoes are great for sight-seeing or hitting the resorts gym. You can always wear them on the plane to save packing room.

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Veja Eplar Sneaker, sizes 4-11, 2 colors, $120

Nike Air Max 270 Premium Sneaker, sizes 5-12, 6 colors, $150

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  • Evening Wear

Most resort destinations have a more casual atmosphere for dining. However, you still may want to make your evenings special and feel fancy. For this, you can wear a cocktail dress with flat sandals, or a long pleated skirt with a cotton t-shirt.

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Bias Cut A-Line Midi-Skirt, sizes XS-XXL, 3 colors, $89

Reformation Bea Midi Skirt, sizes 0-12, 6 colors, $148

Eliza J. Floral Print Midi Dress, sizes 0-18, $138

  • Swimsuits

If youre going to a tropical locale then of course you will need swimsuits!

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Miraclesuit Criss-Cross One Piece Swimsuit, sizes 8-16, $178

Amoressa Salento Leroux One-Piece Swimsuit, sizes 6-14, $158

Reveal Show & Tell Plunge Neck One-Piece, sizes XS-L, 2 colors, $118

  • Beach Wear

Hats for the beach, cover-ups, and dont forget a beach bag, and sunscreen. Your bag could even double as your carry-on when flying!

Halogen Packable Panama Hat, 2 colors, $29

Lauren Ralph Lauren Floral Tunic Cover-up, sizes XS-XXL, $98

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KAYU St. Tropez Tote, 3 colors, $135

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  • Casual Touring Clothes

Bermuda Shorts or breezy sundresses for afternoon shopping or touring.

Short-Sleeve Midi-Dress in Dutch Floral, sizes S-3X, $114.99

Tommy Bahama Lena Tiered Linen Blend Sundress, sizes XS-XL, $155

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Karly Denim Bermuda Shorts, sizes 24-31, $78

No matter how well we prepare, unexpected changes in the weather are inevitable, and that ladies, is why we all own at least one souvenir sweatshirt. Be as best prepared as you can be with this beach vacation packing list for and safe travels!

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