Clothing

• done!Lightweight dress.

  Pick something in a wrinkle-free fabric like silk jersey; a sleeveless, knee-length wrap style works for day or evening.

• done!Cotton tunic.

  Choose a bright color to throw on over a swimsuit or dress up with slim pants and jewelry.

• done!White ribbed tank tops and V-neck tees.

  Pack three of each; alternate them for day and night wear.

• done!Thin cardigan sweater.

  Cashmere or cotton would be best.

• done!Lightweight jacket.

  For practicality, go with cotton or nylon.

• done!Long skirt.

  A bohemian print is colorful and fun.

• done!Linen pajama bottoms.

  These can double as a bathing suit cover-up.

• done!Cotton chino pants.

  As comfortable as jeans but lighter and with a bit more polish.

• done!Black linen slim-cut trousers.

  A more sophisticated choice for evenings.

• done!Cotton twill shorts.

  A neutral color, such as tan, khaki, or olive, will pair with everything.

Accessories

• done!Beach bag.

  Canvas or raffia will be lightweight. Make sure it’s large enough to comfortably stash a towel, book, hat, water bottle, etc.

• done!Bathing suits.

  Bring two—you always need a dry one!

• done!Sarong.

  Wear it over your swimsuit during the day and as a wrap at night (also ideal for chilly plane rides).

• done!Fabric hobo bag.

  Leather is too darn hot in the daytime. Go with a bright, tropical color (like sorbet shades).

• done!Evening clutch.

  Satin, silk, or raffia with a bit of beading.

• done!Rubber flip-flops.

  Wear them on the beach and instead of slippers.

• done!Casual sandals.

• done!Dressy sandals.

  Look for a pair with beads or other embellishment.

• done!Wide-brimmed hat.

  Make sure it’s packable.

• done!Sunglasses.

  Your trusty favorites, plus a cheap back-up pair you can wear for water sports.

• done!Jewelry.

  Bring a set of bangles that can be worn separately or together; a long (16-inch to 18-inch) necklace; a chunky necklace in faux semiprecious stones such as amber, turquoise, or garnet; studs or medium-size hoops for day; dangly earrings for night.

Miscellaneous

• done!Nylon or zipper-seal plastic bag.

  For stashing wet bathing suits.

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