Discover the best summer travel clothes to stay cool and comfortable – and cute! From soft, breathable fabrics to trending styles, I’m sharing warm-weather wardrobe essentials.
9-to-5 Jumpsuit with Bokyna sandals
Peak summer travel season is here!
With the joy of summer comes the inevitable challenge of dealing with heat and humidity. I am miserable when I get too sticky/sweaty in clothes that aren’t breathable. Balancing comfort with style can be tricky, but with the right clothing items, you can enjoy it without feeling the heat.
Opting for breathable, lightweight, washable fabrics can make a world of difference. Fabrics like cotton, linen, and moisture-wicking synthetics help regulate your body temperature, keeping you cool even on the hottest days. Plus, we all know I love clean laundry, and I have to be able to throw everything in the wash! I won’t buy anything that needs dry cleaning.
I’m sharing a round-up of summer travel clothes – from dresses that can be worn all day to versatile joggers, breathable tops, and stylish sneaks that can be walked in for miles.
Summer Travel Clothes
Travel Clothes for Exploring
- Crescent Crossbody – This is lightweight and roomier than a belt bag. Great for exploring a new city and stocking with a small water bottle, mini umbrella, and essentials.
- Linen Drawstring Shorts – I love linen shorts! You can dress them up or down.
- Samba Mary Janes Sneakers – wear with shorts, denim, and casual dresses. I have a friend who rocks them!
- Linen-Blend Easy Shirt – an “easy” shirt to layer on over tanks is a travel capsule wardrobe necessity. Use for chilly nights or as a beach cover-up.
- Villa Shorts – lightweight and wrinkle resistant. Love the thick waistband.
- Open-Back Crinkle Gauze Button-Down Shirt – the open back is functional for a breeze and unique.
- Double Cloth Pant – If I’m wearing pants, they can’t cling in the summer, and these are fitted by loose.
- Oversized Denim Jacket – a neutral jacket for when the AC is cranked up too high
- Travel Lite Retro Sneakers – my sister swears by these for travel, and she’s a travel agent so she would know! Mom and I each got a pair this spring. I love them.
- High Rise Joggers – these travel pants dry quickly and take up little room in your suitcase
- Alex Gauze Dress – one of my favorite dresses in my closet, easy to go from day (tennis shoes) to night (wedges!)
Travel Clothes For Beach Days
- The Maria – my very favorite swimsuit ever!
- Textured One Piece Swimsuit – you know I love my black one piece swimsuits!
- Cabana Pants – I have these also from Albion Fit – perfect for travel day or beach!
- Floral Swimsuit – another black one piece with a cool one-shoulder design
- Luna Beach Coverup – would look cute with any swimsuit
- Striped Linen Pants – another versatile beach coverup or loungewear option
- Packable Straw Hat – rolls up well, so it won’t get smashed in your suitcase
- Birkenstock Big Buckle Sandals – from the beach to the street; the big buckle dresses them up!
Two-Piece Pant Set from Amazon and under $40
Travel Clothes For Nights Out
- 9-to-5 Jumpsuit – I have this in windowpane and it fits so well, even at 5’2″. The fabric is easy to wash too.
- Alana Midi Dress – the pattern on this dress is so pretty!
- Cari Wide-Leg Jumpsuit – adorable with sandals and a light jean jacket
- Linen Mini Shift Dress – pair with the Big Buckle Birks and a straw bag
- Corinne Maxi Dress – I always love a v-neck style
- Bokyna Sandals – these are my all-time favorites for summer dresses. They are comfortable, blister-free, and easy to go from day to night.
- The City Jumpsuit – another great find from Albion Fit:
Travel Bags & Accessories
- AWAY The Bigger Carry-On Flex – I love my suitcase, a great investment piece!
- Featherweight Backpack – you know how much I raved about this to slide over the AWAY suitcase!
- CALPAK Packing Cubes – to keep your luggage organized
- Slouchy Sling Bag – can hold a large water bottle, light jacket, snacks, and more!
- Clear Belt Bag – for concerts and stadium events
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