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.
I love a summer dress that operates as both a cover-up and a dinner look.
The ideal carry-all beach bag.
Lately, I've been gravitating toward wire-framed sunnies like these.
I love that this hat won't change shape after being smashed in my suitcase.
Consider this dress your summer uniform.
Fashion people's favorite summer sandal.
This 2-in-1 foundation and SPF is my holy-grail product for maximum coverage.
I'm obsessed with this cutout and one-shoulder detail.
A classic straw bag in an on-trend shape? Yes, please.
Under-$200 designer sunglasses for the win.
PSA: You still need face sunscreen even if your makeup has SPF in it. I suggest this one.
Throw these on with literally anything.
This blouse is begging to be worn in Greece.
I'd wear this with everything from a pair of kitten heels to sporty sneakers.
The only denim cut-offs to prioritize.
A stick formula for the easiest SPF reapplication.
The prettiest floral print.
I couldn't leave you without the matching bottoms.
The glow is real with this lip product.
Now that's a chic cover-up.
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