7 fashion mistakes we make when we pack for a beach vacation
While we all anxiously wait for our next big vacation, there’s a small part of us that can’t help but want to pack everything in sight. Sometimes, its hard to let go of those not-so-comfortable sandals or convince yourself that your red evening maxi dress just won’t be able to pass as a sundress for the beach.
The harsh reality is that you just won’t be able to wear everything and bring everything you own and love. So, to save you from your misery, here are 7 fashion mistakes all make as we prepare to pack for vacation. Don’t repeat them, and you’ll save yourself from ruining another holiday!
1. Do not create outfits in advance
Before packing for a beach vacation, take a look at all the different combinations based on the numbers of days and occasions of use. The best method to follow is to focus on 3/4 basic and versatile garments and see how you can get different looks out of them. This will allow you to save space and avoid unnecessary items.
MC2 Saint Barth
High Waisted Bikini Bottoms Black
£57.00
Balardi
-50%
Jean Paul Gaultier
Printed bikini Red
£140.00
£280.00
Mytheresa
-45%
Jacquemus
La Robe Bikini White
£387.00
£699.00
Balardi
Same Swim
String bikini bottoms Blue
£140.00
Mytheresa
-23%
Reina Olga
Sea Clothing Black
£93.00
£121.00
Balardi
-23%
Reina Olga
Sea Clothing Black
£79.00
£103.00
Balardi
-23%
Reina Olga
Sea Clothing Green
£62.00
£81.00
Balardi
-22%
Reina Olga
Sea Clothing Green
£56.00
£72.00
Balardi
2. Don’t bring more than 3 pairs of shoes
This one’s tough, for our shoe lovers. You can get away with just 3 styles of shoes: Sneakers, low sandals, and heeled sandals. But, somehow, when we go to pack for a beach vacation, we want to take all of our sandals. Try to stick to this rule and allow yourself a pair of beach flip-flops as an extra bonus.
Birkenstock
Arizona Big Buckle Sandals Blue
£132.00
Balardi
-50%
Charles & Keith
Charly T-Bar Buckled Sandals Black
£37.50
£75.00
Charles & Keith
-42%
Tory Burch
Tory Burch Eleanor Leatherflat Sandals White
£153.00
£265.00
Balardi
-50%
Charles & Keith
Charly T-Bar Buckled Sandals Blue
£37.50
£75.00
Charles & Keith
-34%
Saint Laurent
Cassandre Leather Thong Sandals Brown
£458.00
£699.00
Balardi
Burberry
Vintage Check slides - Neutrals Beige
£255.00
FARFETCH
-27%
Ash
Plaza Studded Leather Sandals Black
£183.00
£251.00
Balardi
Charles & Keith
Whitney Suede & Leather Buckled Square-Toe Slide Sandals Grey
£75.00
Charles & Keith
3. Don’t underestimate the weather
Even though you’re expecting beautiful weather all day every day, this isn’t really the reality. Instead of packing a billion pairs of shorts & crop tops exclusively, throw in a pair of jeans or perhaps a denim jacket just as an added bonus. You never know when you might need a little extra layer, especially in the case of a tropical storm.
-23%
Diesel
1988 D Ark
£148.00
£192.00
Balardi
Levi's
Jeans Blue
£143.00
Balardi
-48%
Gucci
Boyfriend Denim Cotton Jeans Blue
£705.00
£1,343.00
Balardi
-33%
Mother
The Mid Rise Maven Sneak Jeans Blue
£209.00
£310.00
Balardi
-23%
Diesel
1978 D Akemi
£148.00
£192.00
Balardi
-41%
Closed
Closed Nikka
£167.00
£284.00
Balardi
-18%
Ami
Flared Leg Jeans Blue
£205.00
£251.00
Balardi
-23%
Seven 7
Wide Leg Denim Jeans Blue
£172.00
£224.00
Balardi
4. Order is very important!
Packing for a beach vacation means a few rules when it comes to packing. First, start from the bottom by putting in the heaviest items and accessories. Proceed according to weight. Once you put in the absolute essentials, you can figure out if you need to throw in any more pieces. Those can then go on top.
Stella McCartney
Stella Mc Cartney Two Tone Denim Shorts Red
£233.00
Balardi
Kaos
Shorts Medium Denim Blue
£153.00
Balardi
-30%
Dries Van Noten
Denim shorts Blue
£329.00
£470.00
Mytheresa
-38%
Vaquera
Denim Split Shorts Blue
£166.00
£269.00
Balardi
7 For All Mankind
Monroe distressed denim shorts Blue
£160.00
Mytheresa
Levi's
Shorts Blue
£75.00
Balardi
Citizens Of Humanity
Miro high-rise barrel-leg jeans Black
£275.00
Mytheresa
5. Keep the essentials in mind
While you might be a bit busy thinking of that beautiful straw hat you need for your IG pics, you might forget about the important stuff like your SPF, beach flip flops and phone charger. Make a list and check it twice. Santa’s strategy really works here.
Charles & Keith
Charlot Canvas Crossbody Bag Black
£75.00
Charles & Keith
Dolce & Gabbana
DG cutout slides Black
£285.00
Mytheresa
Charles & Keith
Sianna Canvas Contrast-Trim Tote Bag Grey
£95.00
Charles & Keith
-20%
Versace
Medusa thong sandals Black
£240.00
£300.00
Mytheresa
-39%
Max Mara
Hats Black
£215.00
£350.00
Balardi
-20%
Tory Burch
Kira canvas sandals Blue
£264.00
£330.00
Mytheresa
6. Make a detailed list of everything you want to pack
Not only will this make you more efficient, but it will help you realize if you’ve in fact overpacked. Do you really need 5 pairs of flip flops and 7 dresses for a 7-day vacation? Probably not. Write it down and you’ll see a pattern.
-9%
Isabel Marant
Haley Gb Hat Isabel Marant Lilac Cotton Purple
£149.00
£164.00
Balardi
Jacquemus
Le Bob Gadjo Black
£120.00
Labels
-34%
Burberry
Fishermans Hat With Check Pattern Beige
£149.00
£226.00
Balardi
Jacquemus
Le Bob De Nîmes Bucket Hat Beige
£197.00
Balardi
-42%
Palm Angels
Cappelli Donna Cotone Nero
£187.00
£323.00
Balardi
-27%
Alexander McQueen
Alexander Mc Queen Logo Bucket Hat Blue
£228.00
£314.00
Balardi
-29%
Jacquemus
Le Bob Ficiu Bucket Hat Orange
£237.00
£332.00
Balardi
-30%
Borsalino
Clochard Panama Hat Brown
£169.00
£242.00
Balardi
7. Be realistic
If you think you’re going to wear your stiletto gold sandals to discover some beaches or walk in the sand, you’re wrong. Remember, the less you bring with you, the more you can buy from the country you’re visiting, so you probably want to have some room for that. 🛍
-31%
Diesel
1 Dr Shoulder Bag
£296.00
£432.00
Balardi
Antler
Large Cabin Suitcase In Antler Green - Icon Stripe
£200.00
Antler
-8%
A|X Armani Exchange
Suitcases Black
£158.00
£171.00
Balardi
Antler
Urban Core Tote Bag In Black
£120.00
Antler
-30%
Antler
Large Suitcase In Charcoal - Prism
£161.00
£230.00
Antler
-30%
Antler
Cabin Suitcase In Navy - Saturn
£115.50
£165.00
Antler
-30%
Antler
Large Cabin Suitcase Set In Mist Blue - Icon Stripe
£472.50
£675.00
Antler
