Tie One On
Don't waste valuable vacation time fussing with your hair. Instead, tie a silk scarf around your head for an elevated take on beach hair.
Get the look: Gucci Silk Scarf, $510, mytheresa.com
Go Tonal
A yellow maxi skirt feels right at home with a banana-hued handbag.
Get the look: Christopher Esber Ribbed Knit Maxi Skirt, $350, mytheresa.com
Go with the Flow
A flowy button-down with similarly easy poly-blend pants are a no-brainer for vacation.
Get the look: Citizens of Humanity Kayla Oversized Cotton Shirt, $200, modaoperandi.com
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Repurpose Your Bathing Suit
Wear your bathing suit top as a makeshift shirt—then pair it with a linen maxi skirt for a touch of insouciance.
Get the look: Johanna Ortiz Rich Earthly Strapless Bikini Top, $250, modaoperandi.com
Get Groovy
Don't be afraid to have some fun with your resortwear: Instead of packing solely minimalist pieces, add in a few that really sing, like a groovy, swirled dress with cutouts.
Get the look: Zara Cut Out Jacquard Dress, $40, zara.com
Go Bold on Bottom
Here's your official reminder that accessories can make the outfit.
Get the look: Jimmy Choo Minea Woven Raffia Sandals, $575, saksfifthavenue.com
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Heavy Lifting
If you're headed somewhere with unpredictable weather, pack a heavy-weight sweater dress in a fun pastel hue and top it off with a broach or a belt for a little something extra.
Get the look: A.L.C. Clara Rib Knit Dress, $550, alc.com
Tourist Trap
Pair a fancy, frilly vacation dress with sneakers and minimal accessories for a look that unapologetically leans into the tourist vibe.
Get the look: Prada Neon Running Sneakers, $750, modaoperandi.com
Accessorize Well
Top off a breezy top and mid-length shorts with fun accessories like a beaded necklace or a mini basket bag in a contrasting hue.
Get the look: Balenciaga Bistro XXS Basket With Strap, $675, theyes.com
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Easy Flowing
A flowy maxi dress is always a good idea.
Get the look: Mara Hoffman Luz Coverup, $195, marahoffman.com
Slow Drape
Heading somewhere that gets chilly at night? Drape a sweater around your shoulders as part of your dinner look—then throw it on when you stroll down the beach past sunset.
Get the look: Max Mara Leisure Giorno Sweater, $227, mytheresa.com
Layer Up
If you prefer to layer up, add visual interest by tying a full-size silk scarf as a makeshift tube top over a lightweight base layer.
Get the look: Dior Oblique Diortwin Silk Scarf, $590, dior.com
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Matchy Matchy
Pack a matching floral outfit for a look that feels impactful when worn together, but works just as well when worn separately.
Get the look: Wray Gregory Top, $178, wray.nyc
Put a Blazer on It
Top off a typical maxi skirt-and-tank outfit with a blazer for a more elevated feel.
Get the look: The Frankie Shop Tansy Oversized Blazer, $285, thefrankieshop.com
Elevate Your Tank
Pair a basic, wear-anywhere white tank with a slip skirt and kitten heels for a look that feels sophisticated and casual all at once.
Get the look: Acler Lawton Draped Satin Midi Skirt, $295, modaoperandi.com
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Keep It Simple
When in doubt, remember that a silk midi dress is a one-step outfit you can't go wrong with.
Get the look: Olivia von Halle Bibi Printed Silk Crepe De Chine Nightdress, $315, net-a-porter.com
Go Long
Make a pair of straight-leg denim feel special by adding an open-button poplin shirt.
Get the look: L'Agence Cameron Linen Maxi Shirt Dress, $319, intermixonline.com
Lauren Caruso is a freelance writer, consultant, and digital media strategist that splits her time between NYC and Los Angeles. She has more than ten years of experience within the publishing industry with a focus on fashion, beauty, and lifestyle, with tenures at Refinery29, Allure, and The Zoe Report.
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