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Not to brag, but I’ve become quite the expert packer. My friends and family would argue that I severely under-pack, but I need you to trust my process for a minute. There’s nothing more annoying than lugging around a heavy suitcase on a summer vacation, so being strategic about its contents is key. I always go for versatile, easy-to-throw-on dresses, neutral footwear, and beauty products that add major glow and take up minimal space. Being able to mix and match accessories is a nonnegotiable for me, so items like the woven tote and Ray-Ban sunglasses below are the move. Prepping for your summer travels really is as easy as shopping the following 20 items from Macy’s—it’s the perfect one-stop shop for everything on your packing list. So save yourself the stress, and keep scrolling to shop my go-to items for any trip you have planned this season.
Free People
Hayley Strapless Midi Dress
$128
I love a summer dress that operates as both a cover-up and a dinner look.
Mango
Jute Basket Handbag
$60
The ideal carry-all beach bag.
Ray-Ban
Sunglasses, RB3668 55
$129
Lately, I’ve been gravitating toward wire-framed sunnies like these.
Kate Spade New York
Stripe Crochet Crushable Cloche Hat
$88
I love that this hat won’t change shape after being smashed in my suitcase.
I.N.C. International Concepts
Linen Halter-Neck Maxi Dress
$120
Consider this dress your summer uniform.
Vivienne Fisherman C Studded Flat Sandals
$275
Fashion people’s favorite summer sandal.
It Cosmetics
CC+ Cream With SPF 50+
$47
This 2-in-1 foundation and SPF is my holy-grail product for maximum coverage.
Sanctaury
Sandbar Solids Asymmetrical One-Piece Swimsuit
$125
I’m obsessed with this cutout and one-shoulder detail.
Urban Expressions
Sunny Circle Handle Handbag
$100
A classic straw bag in an on-trend shape? Yes, please.
Tory Burch
Sunglasses, TY9070U 55
$172
Under-$200 designer sunglasses for the win.
Clinique
Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Sunscreen Oil-Free Face Cream
$30
PSA: You still need face sunscreen even if your makeup has SPF in it. I suggest this one.
Steve Madden
Hadyn Slide Sandals
$79
Throw these on with literally anything.
Lucky Brand
Embroidered Peasant Top
$70
This blouse is begging to be worn in Greece.
Free People
Perfect Day Cotton Mini Dress
$108
I’d wear this with everything from a pair of kitten heels to sporty sneakers.
Levi’s
501 Mid-Thigh Denim Shorts
$60
The only denim cut-offs to prioritize.
Shiseido
UV Protective Stick Foundation SPF 37
$32
A stick formula for the easiest SPF reapplication.
Roxy
Bloomin Babe Underwire Bralette Bikini Top
$50
The prettiest floral print.
Roxy
Printed Beach Classics Hipster Bikini Bottoms
$48
I couldn’t leave you without the matching bottoms.
Lip Comfort Oil
$28
The glow is real with this lip product.
Cupshe
Crochet Knit Cover-Up Dress
$33
Now that’s a chic cover-up.
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