The Winter Sun Edit: What To Pack If You’re Heading To Warmer Climes
From beach dresses to flattering swimwear, cute accessories to cover-ups you’ll wear on repeat, let us guide you through the art of holiday packing with our winter sun fashion edit.
Let it be known that there is an art to holiday packing. In fact, not just packing but curating a vacation edit of hero pieces that you will want to take on every warm weather trip for years to come.
Think of it as a capsule wardrobe for the beach or pool. Shop less frequently and invest in pieces that won’t just service an Ibiza tripped booked on a whim, but every trip where the temperatures hit plus 25.
Endeavour to curate a capsule wardrobe for the beach or pool.
The beauty of resort wear is that you really don’t have to follow trends, but rather pick the style that speaks to you and stick with it. That could be laidback LA cool with denim shorts, wafty linen shirts and crochet swimwear; or French Riviera chic with it’s timeless stripes, high-waisted bikinis and linen white dresses.
There is also an abundance of cool resortwear brands doing great things right now. From Elce’s retro-inspired gingham one-pieces to Monday Swimwear’s perfect-fit sarongs, Yatitte’s pyjama-style trousers – an essential for beach sunsets – and Aussie brand Peony’s delicate florals and linen dresses that will work for balmy city breaks, long-hail hot destinations and London heatwaves.
While we champion investing in your holiday wardrobe and spending a little more when possible, the high street needn’t be overlooked. H&M do great linen cover-ups, Free People nails that cool, bohemian vibe and River Island come out top for swimwear that belies its price tag.
Whether you lean into Riviera glamour or laid back LA cool, you can’t go wrong with cool blues on the beach.
Founded by artist, photographer, designer and all-round cool girl, Zoe Zimmer, The 87 do the best matching sarong sets around.
A billowing boho dress is essential for beach holidays and Boteh’s is near-perfect.
Aussie brand Peony’s delicate florals and linen dresses will work for balmy city breaks, long-hail hot destinations and London heatwaves.
If you’re looking to invest in a sunhat that you’ll keep forever, Lack of Color are our top pick, from ribbon-trimmed boaters to Western-inspired shapes.
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