Five summer holiday essentials
Meet the five summer holiday essentials worth going over the weight limit for. From statement swimwear to al-fresco drinks worthy summer dresses, no holiday is complete without them. ‘Packing light’ isn’t in our vocabulary but, if push comes to shove, it comes down to these five hero pieces every single time. Grab some paper and a pen to start your summer holiday packing list now.
Ready to make a splash? This statement swimsuit is up for the challenge. We plan to live in swimwear for most of the holiday and this floral one piece is bookmarked for every single dip. Alone, it’s perfect for catching rays but styled with a crochet waistcoat and sunshine yellow slides you’re all set to hunt down beach essentials - gelato and Fanta orange. Tuck in the straps to avoid dodgy tan lines and layer on the factor 50.
Swimwear & Beachwear
Bodycon is back. Yep, you heard us right. The Y2K revival has left no stone unturned and skin-tight styles are back in favour. When the sun sets, change out of your bikini into a dress that shows off your body ‘ody ‘ody. Accentuate your curves, show off your tan and give your legs some airtime in the universally recognised party piece. To make it your own, keep the shape sexy and the print playful along with the colour palette. A wavy turquoise pattern paired with chartreuse yellow wedges is the after-dark outfit of dreams.
Bodycon Dresses
For the morning after the mozzie feast the night before. Whether you forgot your bug spray or are just irresistible, a midi skirt will cover a multitude of sins and mosquito bites. From bad tan lines to more bite than leg, it’s a good idea to have a skirt that gives you a bit more coverage so that your holiday isn’t ruined. For simple walks around the local town, a lightweight wrap midi skirt with a sleeveless body and slides is ideal.
Midi Skirts
There are no ‘dress down’ days on a holiday. Unless you’re talking about swimwear, every day should be treated like an event with it’s own dress code. Whether you’re heading to pick up breakfast croissants or the Supermart for more fizz, more is always more. Joggers can wait until you get home because right now, you’re living it up in paradise.
Summer dresses
No time to change? Meet the day to night blouse. New bohemian to a T, this blouse is the epitome of summers abroad. Lightweight, floaty with a mix match print design, just add denim shorts and slides for day trips. When the sun comes down, swap your slides for espadrille wedges, a bright micro bag and layer up every necklace you packed in your carry on.