Comfortable Vacation Beach Dresses
If you’re planning a summer vacation, replace some of your flip-flops and shorts with a few cute dresses. These versatile pieces pack easily into packing cubes and make for comfortable travel outfits.
Try a simple cotton dress that can go from beach to daytime and even evening with the right accessories. Add a pair of sandals and a leather crossbody bag to complete the look.
Maxi Dresses
Beach-friendly maxi dresses work for casual strolls along the sand, walking in the sea or sitting at the beach bar. This flowy, casual silhouette is easy to dress up or down with a few simple accessories. The sleeveless style works well for hot summer days or for wearing over a bikini as a cover-up. Whether you choose a floral or tropical pattern, the pretty colors and prints add a chic touch to your vacation.
You can also find sarong-style beach dresses that are made with trendy fabric that accentuates curves and flatters the figure. These pieces are long enough to tuck into your sandals for a comfortable walk along the beach, and they pack easily to save space in your travel bag. Some are made of lace or mesh that is translucent to let the color of your skin shine through, but they may not be lined.
Flowy, tiered midi dresses are perfect for brightening up your warm-weather wardrobe, and they work great during a beach vacation. The pinks and oranges of these designs pop against sun-kissed skin, and they look especially lovely when you wear them during a destination wedding or for beach family photos. If the weather turns cool at night, a lightweight jacket can transform the dress into a dinner look. A hat or wide belt can help shape the silhouette of a maxi dress and add a finishing touch to your ensemble.
Shirt Dresses
A versatile dress makes the perfect addition to your vacation wardrobe, especially one that can go from beach to dinner with a simple accessory switch. Choose a shirt dress in linen or another lightweight fabric for cool comfort that will keep you from overheating. A flattering neckline and rolled cuff sleeves add a classic look that will make you feel polished. Pair it with strappy sandals and a wide-brimmed straw hat to complete your vacation outfit.
The Ekouaer Women’s Summer Sleeveless Short Shirt Dress is a casual and cute option that will take you from day to night at the beach or anywhere else. Vacation Beach Dress The midi-length front with a maxi dress-length back is long enough to cover your legs and arms from the sun, but it is also short enough for a sexy look that will show off your figure. The buttons go all the way down to the hem, so you can button it up for more coverage or leave it unbuttoned for an airy, feminine vibe.
If you want a dress that is more of a sarong than a shirt dress, try the IyMoo Women’s Sexy Chiffon Ombre Tie Dye Long Boho Beach Dress. This flowing dress is so light and romantic, it looks beautiful with any jewelry or sandals. It folds thin and takes up very little space in your travel bag, so you can easily pack it for a weekend getaway. It will look stunning over a bathing suit, or wear it with a bralette or crop top for a more sexy look.
Maxi Skirts
Flowy maxi dresses make a statement while keeping you cool on vacation. Wear them as a light cover-up over your bikini during daytime beach activities, or dress them up for a night out on the town. Look for beach-themed prints and colors, like nautical-inspired navy-and-white styles, and accessorize with anchor-themed jewelry.
If you’re looking for a vacation dress that’s easy to style, try a summer sleeveless dress with a casual, bohemian-inspired print. These dresses pair well with sandals and a denim jacket for chilly evenings. Some sleeveless vacation dresses feature pockets for on-the-go convenience.
Solid-colored vacation dresses are also an easy option for tropical getaways, especially those with eye-catching details, like this Reformation linen dress. It’s sustainably made, so you can feel good about wearing it. Vacation Beach Dress Dress it up with strappy heels and simple jewelry or down with sneakers and a denim jacket for warmer days in the sun.
If you prefer a more feminine look, consider a floral-print dress like this Milumia Women’s Floral Maxi Bohemian Split Dress. This dress features a tie sash around the waist, a plunging neckline, and half sleeves for a flattering look. It’s made of a soft polyester-cotton blend with beautiful vintage style patterns. Some reviewers note that this dress is backless and may require a strapless bra to wear it comfortably.
Shorts
A pair of comfortable shorts is a vacation staple you can wear during daytime or night depending on your itinerary. You can opt for cotton, linen, or other natural fabric shorts to keep you cool and comfortable in hot and humid weather. If you opt for khaki or white shorts, they can be paired with neutral-colored T-shirts or even dressier blouses for a smarter look. However, if you choose colored shorts, it is best to pair them with solid or lighter-colored tops to avoid clashing and to create a more balanced outfit.
Whether worn as a beach coverup or buttoned-up for an evening excursion out on the town, a crisp shirt is a nonnegotiable in any vacation outfit. Tuck this floral poplin shirt from Faithfull The Brand into jean shorts from Loulou Studio, then add sandals from Bottega Veneta and a bag from Jacquemus to complete your resort-ready look.
Stylish shorts are a beachwear essential that are often overlooked by men. You can choose from a variety of styles including rolled up denim, tailored boardwalk shorts, and khaki Bermuda shorts. Unlike pants, these shorts are easy to wash, dry, and maintain and they are comfortable enough for long days of sunbathing. When you want to wear a light-colored pair of shorts, you can pair them with an off-shoulder shirt or blouse from Faherty to get a more formal look.
