Compact Suitcase: Spring Break Outfits

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Create 8 Spring Break Outfits with 6 Pieces in Your Suitcase.

If you need to pack light when heading out for a weeklong excursion with your family or your friends this Spring Break, we’ve got the perfect guide for you. You can create 8 different looks by mixing and matching 6 pieces of clothing. To create more diversity, throw in a handful of accessories. These little wonders are small, so they take up less room in your bag, but they add interest and personality to your look.

Spring Break Packing List

  • Jeans
  • Shorts
  • T-shirt
  • Blouse
  • Sweater
  • Swimsuit
basic clothing
H&M Studio Collection Straight-Leg Jeans, $74.99, available at H&M; Spring/Summer Collection Crochet-Look Blouse, $99.00, available at H&M; Amen Baby Tee, $48.00, available at Altar’d State; H&M Studio Collection Mohair-Blend Sweater, $109.00, available at H&M; Azure High Waisted Bottoms, $32.00, available at Geode Swimwear; Azure Top, $36.00, available at Geode Swimwear; June Button Up Denim Short, $64.00, available at Altar’d State.

Spring Break Accessories to Pack

  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Necklace
  • Earrings
  • Headband
  • Sandal
  • Sneakers
  • Swimsuit Cover-Up
Wavy Oyster Pearl Headband in Pink, $20.00, available at Headbands of Hope; Pearl Floral Dangle Earring, $24.00, available at Altar’d State; Birkenstock Arizona Rivets Studded Slide Sandal, $158.95, available at Nordstrom; Necklace, available at H&M; Ugg Adela Rib Knit Minidress, $98.00, available at Nordstrom; H&M Studio Collection Polarized Sunglasses, $74.99, available at H&M; Harper Sequin Cowboy Hat, $52.00, available at Altar’d State; Nike LD-1000 Sneaker, $105.00, available at Nordstrom.

Day 1: Spring Break Attire

Wear your t-shirt with jeans and sneaks for an easy look to explore and enjoy an adventure. Add a headband and necklace to accessorize.

Jeans and a T-shirt with accessories

Day 2

Hit up the beach or pool by wearing a fashionable rash guard swimsuit under a cover-up dress. Accessorize with sunglasses and a headband. (Hint: if you have a rash guard style swimsuit, or a style that is a little more supportive, you can wear this with your jeans or shorts for an additional look!)

swimsuit and coverup

Day 3

Add a little culture to your life by checking out some galleries or museums in a beautifully ornamented blouse worn with shorts and a wide brim hat. 

blouse and shorts with accessories

Day 4

Rainy days are inevitably going to happen, but that doesn’t mean you need to hide in the hotel. Wear your jeans and a light sweater, plus your hat and sandals for a day splashing in the puddles. 

jeans and a sweater with a cowboy hat

Day 5

Shop the market in an adorable shirt and jeans. Wear cozy kicks and sunglasses to keep away the glare. 

jeans and a bouse

Day 6

Hit up a festival or carnival with a playful tee and shorts. Wear comfortable sandals and have your shades ready for the day. 

t-shirt and shorts

Day 7

For a cool and casual look wear your sneakers with a light-weight sweater and shorts. Accessorize with jewelry. 

sweater and shorts

Day 8

Make your swimsuit cover-up do double duty by wearing it over (or with) your sweater. Accessorize with sneakers and a necklace – no one will ever know! Note: You can also wear your blouse under or t-shirt over your swimsuit cover-up if you find the right cut and style. 

sweater over dress

Consider packing some laundry detergent travel packs in case you spill some food or get your clothes dirty. You’ll be wearing your clothes more than once, so be prepared if you run into a few snags! You can wash your clothes in the hotel laundry room, or the bathroom sink. 

A Few Extras

The following three extras don’t take up a lot of space in your suitcase but can make you feel a little more confident during your trip.

sundress, swimsuit and romper
Rachael Maxi Dress, $104.00, available at Altar’d State; May One Piece Swimsuit, $63.00, available at Geode Swimwear; Elara Embroidered Romper, $74.00, available at Altar’d State.

If you’re heading out to a special dinner, church or a show, then throw in a cute, wrinkle-free sundress.

If you’ll be gone for a full week, then pack a jumpsuit or romper. Wear it with your light-weight sweater one day so it doesn’t look like you’re doubling up.

Staying at the beach or pool for the entire trip? Pack more than one suit (add another cover-up if you’d like).

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