I just got back from Costa Rica, and I of course brought along enough Stella & Dot to outfit the whole country. But, I only wore a fraction of what I brought (the destination was a little more rustic than I thought!). Let me save your suitcase 5 lbs.
Stick to these 10 essentials:
The Getaway
Stick to these 10 essentials:
The Getaway
Whether you're going on a tropical vacation or not, this bag is a must have. When our suitcase was 10 lbs over the 50 lb limit on the way home (oops), it was no big deal. I just expanded my Getaway bag, stuffed the extra clothes in there, and voila! Problem solved. Money saved. And it fits in the overhead too!
Remy Wrap - White/Gold
To put it simply, white matches everything, so I always bring a white bracelet, a white necklace, and white earrings on vacation. If you need to pack lightly, the white pieces are all you need. They'll match all of your outfits. I like this wrap because it's more casual, which was the vibe of the surfer / beach-bum town we visted.
Zuni Layering Necklace
This is my new go-to necklace, vacation or not. I especially like it for vacation though because it's versatile. You can wear this baby at least 4 ways, so you don't really need to pack any other necklaces. The white part comes off, so you can wear that on it's own long or short. You can also wear just the gold chains on their own. Or you can wear it all together as shown here. If you get one piece this summer, go for this one!
Janice Studs
Studs are essential for the beach! The pop of color will jazz up your outfit, or swimsuit, without being too fancy.
Statement Earring
Every tropical vacay needs a statement earring. They are lighter to pack than statement necklaces and look great whether your hair is up or down. I love our Norah Chandeliers; they especially pop if you have dark hair. My other go-to earrings for beach vacations are our Aviva Chandeliers.
Waverly Petite Bag
A hands-free bag is a must for my wardrobe. I love this Waverly Bag because you can wear it over the shoulder, both expanded and folded over. You can also take the strap off and wear it as a clutch. This is the perfect purse for traveling. It also comes in orange.
Pouf - Clear Botanical
How adorable is this clear pouf? It was perfect for makeup and sunscreen!
Beauty Bag
Our new Beauty Bags are also perfect for makeup and toiletries (but aren't see through!). I have the Indigo Ikat pattern, but it also comes in this cute Pink Pineapple.
Jewelry Roll
You can't forget to pack something to actually put your jewelry in. I love our Jewelry Roll because it's small and compact - easy for packing. You can also un-snap the middle part and pack it separately.
Capri Wrap
This gorgeous Capri Wrap can be worn as a scarf or swimsuit cover up. It also works great as a general body cover-up when you get sunburned the first day of vacation. It comes in blue and pink.
Those are my top 10 accessories for summer vacations! Where are you heading for vacation and what are your must-haves? Need advice for your upcoming trip? Don't hesitate to reach out or comment below!