Summer Holiday Packing

After spending most of the last year stuck at home, packing for a trip seems both exciting and overwhelming. These great finds will make getting ready to go a little easier, whether it’s a staycation or jetting off abroad.

A go-anywhere dress – to the beach, in town, or dressed up for dinner, Drawstring Waist Linen Chambray Mini Dress, £295 from Wiggy Kit

(And find some of our other favourite summer dresses here)

A crisp white shirt to wear with shorts or over a swimsuit,

Easy, flattering, not-too-short shorts, High Rise Shorts,

Beach-y Carry All,

A great bathing suit, The Laura Bandeau Swimsuit,

Just one of our flattering new season swimwear recommendations.

Fab sandals that are both comfortable and easy to slip on and off, Iaso Heart-Buckle Leather Slides,

For easy sun protection, Straw Fedora Hat,

Don’t lose your sunglasses. Multi-position beads chain, £15.99 from Mango

Have a book to hand. Find our essential summer reads here including Thinking Again by Jan Morris, newly published in paperback

 Many of our regular favourites available in smaller sizes, including makeup, skincare, & even perfumes.

While you are there, pick up this trio of hand protection for travel – smells great and isn’t the least bit tacky

And don’t forget your sunscreen, we absolutely love this Coola spray that goes on completely clear and you don’t need to worry about white marks all over your clothes or swimsuit

Here are some of our other sunscreen favourites for the face.

Feel good about buying a some new luggage with this piece made from vegan and recycled materials. We love the bright colours making it easy to identify and keep track of your bags. H6 Check-in Luggage,

If you always need some extra room in your suitcase, Compression Packing Cubes,

For a weekend away or even to use as your carry-on, Weekender Canvas Holdall,

Get control of all your cords and chargers, Bellroy Classic Tech Pouch

Roll up and take to the beach or anywhere. Personalised backgammon set, £49 from Not Another Bill

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