Start with colorful totes and, keep it light with floaty maxi dresses and floral numbers. No matter where you're going, make space for pieces that suit your style. The collection of vacation clothes from summer go-to South Beach is bursting with stand-out swimsuits, bikinis, and summer dresses.

Beachy dresses like flowy trapeze dresses, tropical sundresses, or tent dress styles can be worn loose as a cover-up or beach resort wear and then belted for going out. Just swap out flip-flops for metallic sandals or wedges, add some statement earrings and you're good to go.

Stylish Vacation and Resort Wear: Cute Vacation Outfits and Dresses for Women

Shopping for your upcoming trip can help you get into a vacation state of mind. Whether you'll be exploring on your travels or kicking back and relaxing, you'll definitely need some cute vacation outfits to help you enjoy your time off, and we have plenty of vacation dresses that will look great while you're getting some R & R. Check out our huge selection of vacation clothes for women to score comfortable, versatile options for your upcoming adventure.

What to Wear on Vacation

Your best bet: a selection of styles that are both fun and versatile at the same time. Lucky for you, our vacation dress assortment is chock full of exactly that. And be sure to pack a few solid color dresses that can be accessorized in multiple ways - just a few jewelry swaps and you've got outfits for days (literally). Oh, and don't forget the sunscreen!

Your destination will help you determine what to pack for your getaway. An extended stay in a tropical warm weather destination calls for fun in the sun, so go playful in prints and embellishments like floral, stripes, gingham, tie-dye, and embroidery. Pick from any of our getaway-worthy wrap dresses, maxi dresses, midi dresses cover-ups, off the shoulder dresses, two-piece sets, sundresses, and more and you'll be 100% dressed for vacation success. If your parties or formal occasions are on your vacation agenda, check out our collection of standout formal dresses. You'll feel ready for any special occasion in a new backless dress or a strapless dress that looks like it was made just for you!

Of course, if you're planning a more active vacation with lots of sightseeing or even hiking, you'll want to pack accordingly. This might be the type of tripcation that calls for rompers and jumpsuits or casual tops and shorts so you can move easily and stay stylish on the go.

Look Perfect in Resort Wear for Women

Prep for your trip to a trendy resort by, packing chic looks that work for poolside lounging and sightseeing. Fashions for resort wear for women should be comfortable, but that doesn't mean you can't look fabulous. If you're headed to a tropical destination, get into the island spirit with breezy and fun dresses, brightly colored dresses, and punchy tropical patterns like palm tree prints, hibiscus floral prints, and banana leaf prints. Headed to a seaside sailing spot? Get your nautical on in blue and white striped dresses, Navy-inspired dresses, and dresses with buttons, lace-up, and hardware details. Hitting the countryside? Bring along Americana inspired options like gingham dresses, polka dot dresses, denim dresses, and chambray dresses. The destination may vary, but in any of our dresses, the journey will always be stylish.

Mixing Up Your Vacation Attire

With a little clever planning, you can give yourself plenty of outfit options without lugging along your entire closet. Packing separates will make it easy to mix and match to create lots of cute vacation outfits. Simple tanks, tees, and shorts are easy to match with each other, and a few comfy maxi skirts can help you dress up your look a bit without being overdressed. Remember to pack a light jacket or two, too, just in case the evenings get chilly.

Beachy dresses like flowy trapeze dresses, tropical sundresses, or tent dress styles can be worn loose as a cover-up or beach resort wear and then belted for going out. Just swap out flip-flops for metallic sandals or wedges, add some statement earrings and you're good to go. Also an option, especially if you're part of the carry-on crowd? Pull apart one of our printed two-piece dresses and you've got at least three tropical outfit options: wear both pieces at once, style the top with jeans, or pair the skirt with a tee, tank, even a bikini top!

Whatever women's resort wear you choose, be sure to bring a variety of jewelry. You might be amazed how you can change up your look simply by adding a statement necklace or a glamorous hat. Hoops and tassel earrings, layered necklaces, stackable bracelets, rhinestone earrings, chokers and more all make for styling options galore that are easily packable. Don't forget about your footwear, too: We have a wide selection of sandals, wedges, sneakers, flats, and boots for every occasion. If you'll be out on the town for a formal affair, definitely check out our high heels to find a gorgeous pair of ankle-strap heels or pointed-toe pumps. Wherever you're headed on vacay, we have vacation clothes for women who don't want to sacrifice on style. Bon voyage, babe!

Mixing Up Your Vacation Attire

 Also an option, especially if you're part of the carry-on crowd? Pull apart one of our printed two-piece dresses and you've got at least three tropical outfit options: wear both pieces at once, style the top with jeans, or pair the skirt with a tee, tank, even a bikini top! Whatever women's resort wear you choose, be sure to bring a variety of jewelry. You might be amazed how you can change up your look simply by adding a statement necklace or a glamorous hat. Hoops and tassel earrings, layered necklaces, stackable bracelets, rhinestone earrings, chokers and more all make for styling options galore that are easily packable. 

Putting together a fun and fresh look for your luxury vacation is so easy with well made clothing and accessories. A summer luxury vacation is an excellent time to try the newest designer fashion trends and create some fun, casual sustainable looks. In our online designer boutique, you can find all of the newest luxury beach resort wear: designer dresses, designer tops, designer bottoms, designer shoes, and more! All of it is handmade ethically in our fair trade sustainable, zero waste workshop utilizing craft techniques and heritage craftsmen techniques to keep you on the cutting edge of fashion yet make the designer dress a keepsake. Score a bold print designer dress, or keep it simple with a lightweight silk maxi dress. Pair either with a new pair of sandals, some cute cat-eye sunglasses, and a big straw sun hat, and you're ready to look stunning on the beach! 

When shopping for your perfect luxury vacation or designer cruise wear, keep your upscale vacation itinerary in mind. For lounging on the exotic beach or by the pool, you'll need a few well made comfortable and casual designer outfits. Designer Maxi dresses, bold printed mini dress, embroidered tassel midi dress and maybe a silk top or two are perfect for daytime luxury vacation wear. Don't forget to pack a couple of designer sequin dresses for a night out, too, in case you want to check out an upscale restaurant or hot dance club and party the night away.

When you use accessories to dress your outfits up or down, you can get the most out of one outfit and save space in your suitcase. Stick to minimal or no jewelry for hanging out during the day, but don't forget your designer sunglasses and floppy straw sun hat! At night, either keep it simple with delicate jewelry or go bold with a statement necklace in color or pair of unique earrings. A comfy and on-trend pair of thong sandals are great to have on hand, as they'll work with all your luxury vacay looks!

Sandhya Garg is a Project Runway fashion designer. She studied and specialized in women's fashion at London College of Fashion, UK and has worked at Alexander McQueen, Gucci, Liberty London, Alice Temperley to name a few. She has her own successful resort wear, vacation dresses, special occasion dresses, wedding guest looks, swim coverups label. While on Project Runway Season 13, she won 2 challenges and was fortunate to show her collection at Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week. The brand has been featured in Marie Claire US, Workshop at Macy's, Ftv.com, Elle Magazine, Cosmopolitan Magazine, Vogue online to name a few. 

She designs limited edition high end printed spring dresses, casual resort attire and swim coverups. Beautiful prints are inspired from around the world to be worn during travel, resort stay or cruise holidays.