Traveling is the absolute best. You learn things, see new places, meet cool people and sometimes get some sunshine.
But packing is the worst. We always overpack, ending up with a bodysuit we don’t need and three pairs of pants that never get worn. The goal is to just have a carry-on. Because checking…
2019 Travel Capsule Wardrobe
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Tops
Free People Baby Rib Tee, $28 at Free People
For tops, we want something that can take us from Notre Dame Cathedral to the Louvre, then out clubbing that night. Even if you're not heading to Paris, you want tops that can be both modest and sexy and layer well. If you like to exercise on vacation, take that into account when picking your shirts and blouses. This tee is fitted and can go from yoga to sightseeing to dinner and beyond.
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Tops
Something Navy Easy Puff Shoulder Top, $69 at Nordstrom
We're loving the puffed sleeves and lacy mock-neck details on this pick.
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Tops
Express Bar Front Downtown Cami, $39.90 at Express
Layer this under a cardigan for a chilly morning and wear it with a sleek skirt for dinner.
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Tops
Sol Angeles Bon Voyage Graphic Tee, $78 at Anthropologie
The perfect sentiment for your trip.
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Cardigan
ModCloth Tidy Traveler Cowl Neck Cardigan, $55 at ModCloth
Can't you just imagine cocooning up in this on the plane?
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Jeans
Madewell Wide-Leg Crop Jeans in Chesney Wash, $128 at Madewell
Save the ripped up pair for home. When traveling, get a pair with the perfect fit that look a little more polished.
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Skirt
Zara Animal Print Skirt, $39.90 at Zara
Ah, this skirt is smokin'. Dress it up with sandals and a cami or down with sneakers and a graphic tee.
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Scarf
Lululemon Vinyasa Scarf Rulu, $48 at Lululemon
You can wear this scarf a million different ways — just watch the video. But a friend who just got back from Thailand swears it can be a bathing suit cover-up and beach blanket as well.
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Leggings
Zella Live In 7/8 Leggings, $54 at Nordstrom
The last thing you need when you're running around town are leggings that lose their shape or don't stay put.
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Sundress
Banana Republic Pin-Tuck Midi Dress, $139 at Banana Republic
This dress will take you everywhere on your vacation and in your regular life. You won't be putting this one away any time soon.
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Swimwear
Billabong Last Sun One-Piece Swimsuit, $110 at Urban Outfitters
Just in case you want to do a swan dive off the cliffs or maybe take in some jet-skiing, a one-piece is a good idea.
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Shoes
Golden Goose Ball Star Leather Sneakers, $460 at Barneys
We want all the Golden Goose shoes, but for this trip, we'll start with these.
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Shoes
Aerosoles Cake Over, $79 at Aerosoles
A little heel, super comfy and rope-wrapped. There's nothing more you could ask for from a vacay shoe.
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Hat
American Needle Alpha Patch Baseball Hat, $28 at Free People
Throw this bad boy on if you're having a bad hair day, if you're out in the sun or throw some big sunglasses on and pretend you're a celebrity trying not to be seen.
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Belt Bag
Rebecca Minkoff Bree Belt Bag, $168 at Zappos.com
An easy-breezy belt bag is the ultimate vacation accessory.
