What I (Actually) Wore During My Spring Vacation

Shorts, sandals, SPF, swim, repeat.

A carry-on suitcase HATES to see me coming. Because…

I’m an over-packer. (I’ve convinced myself that over-packing is genetic, so there’s really nothing I can do about it.) The funny thing is I end up only wearing a quarter of what I packed, and wear what I gravitate to on repeat (some call it lazy; I call it fashionably sustainable).

On my most recent trip, I basically wore the same shorts, sandals, SPF, and swim for four days — keep reading to find out why.

THE SHORTS
Never in a million years did I think I would see myself in a pair of gauchos again, but here we are. The thing is — these Lucca Culotte Shorts from free-est are the most incredible shorts I’ve put on my body. I wore them to the pool, shopping, to dinner, and to break it down on the dance floor, obviously. The elastic waistband can be worn high or low-rise for a trendier look. I paired my shorts with a big belt to dress them up, and my swim bottoms to dress them down. The cotton fabric is the star of the show, for its breathable feel is great for that effortlessly beachy look, and your 3rd degree sunburn.

THE SANDALS
You better start booking your pedicure appointments because this year is all about flip flops. It’s no wonder why Havaianas have been a staple in the shoe world — and I understand why. For an elevated take on the classic silhouette, I opted for the Slim Square pair. I put these sandals on as soon as I woke up and wore them until I went to bed, because they’re just that comfortable. Pro tip: Clean them in under 30 seconds with some dish soap and hot water to look brand spanking new.

THE SWIM
I have never been confident in a triangle bikini, until I found the free-est Michelle Bikini Top and Bottoms. If you’re like me and boast smaller curves, this will be you new go-to swimwear style. I mixed and matched the top and bottoms with other free-est swim styles to create a new look, even with the same bikini.