what to pack: spring break!

Spring break season is upon us... and I am personally counting down the days until our family heads out on a warm and sunny vacation.  Hopefully you've got a little spring trip planned this spring as well!  Today I pulled together some easy and fun spring break essentials to pack up.

When it comes to putting together packing lists, I always try to pick a color theme to make mixing and matching outfits really simple.  Here I chose blues, whites and blacks with a pop of pink in there. This way, everything mixes together easily so you don't have to pack a ton of pieces to get a lot of outfit options.  Simple dresses are perfect for sightseeing or dinners out.  Tanks and shorts are perfect for shopping, exploring or throwing over a swimsuit to head to the beach or pool.  Then fun jewelry and a bold clutch can add personality and fun to each look.  Spending the majority of my break in my swimsuit is a win in my book whether at the beach or the pool - so I don't need a pack many clothes or need lots of outfits.  Packing as few items as possible is always my goal.  This packing list is PERFECT if you are wanting to only pack a carry-on as well!

1. straw tote 2. denim shorts 3. white embroidered dress 4. bikini top & bottom 5. striped espadrilles 6. pineapple pool float (or a swan! I'm totally ordering these for my kiddos!) 7. striped tank top 8. lace up sandals 9. gingham beach cover-up 10. white peplum top 11. chambray dress 12. sunglasses 13. white linen shorts 14. bracelet stack 15. tassel earrings 16. turkish towel - I'm obsessed with these 17. sunscreen - my personal favorite! 18. lip spa 19. tassel clutch

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what to pack : spring break!

Spring break season is here friends… I myself can't wait to jet out of town for some sun and relaxation and I know a lot of you gals are feeling the same these days.  If you do spring break "right"… you don't need a lot of clothes, just a few loose and comfortable layers for over your swimsuit, maybe a few pairs of shorts and sneakers for a day or two of exploring, and a couple of dresses for dinners out. Or at least that is my dream spring break… total max out relaxation.

Lately I've been craving a lot of blue and white and loose flowy layers. I think it's a perfect motif for spring and summer; and spring break is no exception.   Whenever I pack for a trip I always try to base the entire packing list on just a few colors. This helps make all the pieces really easy to mix and match.  Other things to keep in mind… always pack plenty of sunscreen, Coola is my favorite… so light and refreshing!  And I always like to pack a larger bag to carry to the beach or pool with snacks and reading materials and then a smaller cross-body bag for adventures, shopping or dining.

So dish, what awesome places are you headed to for spring break? What are your must-haves when packing?

white strapless eyelet dress, striped tote, denim shorts, lilac swimsuit, navy/white scarf, sunglasses, ankle strap sandals, white tee with striped sleeves, loose oxford, Coola sunscreen, white denim shorts, blue maxi dress, nude cross-body bag, white sneakers, arrow bracelet, white beach cover-up, flip flops