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1. A ruffle bodycon you'll want to pack for that destination wedding. Gorgeous design aside, this is thin enough to pack (without being see-through and/or prone to wrinkles) despite the ruffles.
2. An essential cropped tank because packing a trillion dresses is excellent in theory, but in practice? Listen to me: pack more basics.
3. A swing dress described by one reviewer as a "great travel piece" you can wear on any occasion. It all lies in the power of shoe choice: Pair this with heels for tasting course dinners or barefoot if you plan on just padding around the Airbnb.
4. A cover-up crafted with a crinkly lightweight fabric *and* built with side cinches so you can quickly customize length and fit by adjusting the exposed drawstring.
5. A button-down and blouse combo suitable for beach vacations or, well, answering emails from the comfort of your work-from-home desk setup. "Either is great," I say with a bitter laugh.
6. A T-shirt dress equipped with both a tie-waist and pockets, the latter of which are the sole requirement I'm looking for in an article of clothing.
7. A short unitard that is a tank top, sports bra, and biker shorts rolled into one pull-on piece. It condenses all three items of clothing you'd have to otherwise pack individually into one article of clothing.
Promising reviews: "I love this bodysuit. I feel so free to run around and get things done. It’s super cute and not see-through at all. Not tight on my thighs and has adjustable straps with removable pads. Everything a bodysuit should be, it’s this one!" —Jaedyn
"Got this for the travel day to Curacao. If you have slightly thick/muscular thighs, beware. It’s pretty tight around the leg, and it kept riding up. I'm a size small and athletic build. The color is gorgeous, and it looks great." —Taryn Rose
Price: $19.99+ (available in sizes S–L and 12 colors)
8. A pair of palazzo pants featuring a smocked band that quickly expands when you need to do the annoying ~shimmy up your sandy legs~ dance at the beach. To quote Jennifer Lopez: if you know, you know.
9. A sleeveless T-shirt dress for a little black dress that's versatile enough to wear while sightseeing *or* out to a fancy-shmancy dinner.
10. A sheer sarong that's a two-fer for any impending trips: as a traditional bathing suit *or* as a lightweight layer when sightseeing anywhere you need to keep your shoulders covered.
11. A mid-length button-up with oversized three-quarter sleeves that — unlike the other white button-down in your closet — won't require clever folding to stay in place past your wrists.
12. A two-piece set so cute I can practically taste that post-beach day sunset in which you're hanging out at the boardwalk restaurant, you're having a wee cocktail, and the heat has finally broken to reveal a light breeze.
13. An under-$20 fishtail maxi with a gorgeous open back. Now I know what you're thinking: what about le underwire? This has adjustable straps for customized support and an inner shelf bra for subtle support. No need to pack that weird adhesive sticky bra.
14. A tortoiseshell-button V-neck number guaranteed to make you feel ~trendier than thou~ on your sightseeing strolls. Available in neutral colors and fun patterns alike, quickly throw this on to make it seem as if you didn't snooze through your alarm this morning.
15. A ruched top and pants set because you packed light, only have five minutes to get dressed for dinner, and no time to think, "What am I going to wear?" This set will become your new traveling sidekick.
P.S. The seller doesn't recommend sizing up for an oversized look because of the loose and stretchy material.
Promising review: "Loved it for my Vegas trip, but it can definitely be worn anywhere. Heels would be super cute, but I liked it with my white tennis shoes! Definitely worth the money because you’ll wear it all the time. So light and comfortable! I need it in every color." —Hunter Lynn
Price: $40.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and 35 colors)
16. A V-neck trimmed cami that's thin without being see-through, making it the ideal ~going out~ top to pack if you've challenged yourself to solely bring a carry-on.
17. A crochet set I'd wear on a boat trip that hops from one Sicilian island to the next. My flight is not booked, and I'm actually probably not going, but I'll add this to my shopping cart in the name of hope.
18. A silky slip dress if you're looking to replace the LBD you've been wearing since — *checks calendar* — your Sweet 16 days. Whether clubbing in Ibiza or attending that destination wedding, this no-frills number will be of major use.
19. A gauzy maxi button-up for both beachside traipsing and/or dinner with your favorite wedges. There's no right or wrong answer here.
20. A pair of cargo joggers for a breezier, less constricting upgrade to the black leggings you've been wearing for the past decade. Plus, you can put the fanny pack down — these have five pockets for storage, which make them simply incredible for travel days.
Promising review: "Perfect hiking and climbing pants. These are my favorite pair of pants. They are moisture-wicking and hold their shape after a long day of use. Super comfortable and practical." —Sabine
"These are fantastic for travel. I bought two pairs and maybe should have sized down to get a more snug feel. I purchased them for excursions on an Alaskan cruise (July, so it wasn’t too cold), and these were great. So many pockets, water-resistant, and the fabric is comfortable. Will be buying more." —LKB
Price: $34.98 (available in sizes XS–3XL and 16 colors)
21. A T-shirt dress with a 1,000% guarantee of turning you into a fashion blogger stat, no significant Instagram following required. There's just something about a tie waist — amirite, folks?
22. A crochet mini excellent for both the beach and the errands that have to take place before the beach: pitstops for coffee, deli sandwiches, and snacks (watermelon and salty chips are the way to go).
23. Linen pants for a look that's easier to pack than stiff blue jeans. And that aside, these are more comfortable (but equally as chic) than the countless pairs of high-rise jeans in your closet.
Promising review: "I got three pairs of these for a family trip to Hawaii. I wanted something breathable, more so than my cotton knit pants, but that would be OK walking around in. These are fantastic. The fit is loose, and I did order a size up since the linen does not stretch. The drawstring kept them plenty tight around my waist, but the legs were baggy and breezy, which is exactly what I wanted. The inseam is a bit short. On the bright side, it does mean that when I wore sandals, the pants were not hitting the ground. They were perfect for the beach, the colors were spot on, and they also looked perfect for walking around farmers' markets. The quality is great. No, they are not see-through, but I also didn't get white." —Kindle Customer
Price: $28.20 (available in sizes XS–6X and 11 colors)
24. A knit bodycon that can be worn in London, Paris, maybe Tokyo, to the tune of one iconic Hilary Duff bop that's been a playlist staple for me from iPod Nano to Spotify Premium.
25. A pair of flowy linen pants serving main character energy from your favorite rom-com. They demand to be worn throughout a romantic summer spent traveling through Europe. We don't make the rules.
26. A square-neck maxi available in a variety of hues, meaning, unfortunately, you won't be able to choose just one. The choice between lime green and red will feel all but agonizing, so take my advice: Simply buy 'em all.
27. A stylish matching set that screams "farmers market chic," and I don't know why because I have not been to a farmers market in, like, three years. But this set! This set will be my motivation.
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