I'm Headed to Montauk, Copenhagen, and Madrid This Summer: 30 Items I'm Buying Now and Packing Later

Most Wanted is a weekly series in which one editor, staffer, or influencer shares their top 30 must-haves or current wish-list items.
Every summer, without fail, I make the same promise to myself: This time, I’m packing light. And every summer, I end up dragging an overstuffed carry-on through cobblestone streets, half-regretting the six pairs of shoes I swore I'd “definitely need.” If you know, you know.
After closing out my summer with three major trips, though, I decided to challenge myself, only focusing on packing classic summer staples like linen pants and white tank tops, and instead having fun with a few more accessories and easy-to-pack statement pieces that'll pack a punch and leave me looking good in three wildly different style cities: Madrid, Montauk, and Copenhagen. While each of them has their own sartorial DNA, they all share a slight whimsical, playful feel I'm keeping in mind while shopping for them.
Whether you're heading to a coastal Airbnb or just mentally vacationing via your summer wardrobe, these 30 finds are equal parts stylish and functional. Trust me—you’ll want to bookmark this list.

Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor known for her sharp takes on fashion and culture. She’s covered everything from Copenhagen Fashion Week to Roe v. Wade protests as the Editorial Assistant at Glamour after earning her journalism degree at the University of Florida in 2021. At Who What Wear, Ana mixes wit with unapologetic commentary in long-form fashion and beauty content, creating pieces that resonate with a digital-first generation. If it’s smart, snarky, and unexpected, chances are her name’s on it.
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