Trouble packing – who doesn’t have it? I certainly do…I know I need to pack light but the fear of forgetting something tempts me every time I look at my suitcase. This post is your (and mine!) ultimate guide to pack summer essentials (and by that I mean the latest summer trends) and combine them. The main goal? Being able to close the suitcase without sitting on top of it. So grab a post-it and take as many notes as you need cause I’ve prepared a selection of very ‘instagramable’ pieces.
Bikini & Swimsuit
Two very easy things to pack that will allow you to create some very stylish outfits. The swimsuit can easily be transformed into a body that you can wear with shorts, jeans, flare pants or maxi skirts. Your creativity is your limit. I own several swimsuits (i´m guilty of finding them very flattering and elegant pieces, much more than bikinis) and frequently wear them out.
As for the bikinis, this season (just like last year) it´s difficult to understand the difference between some bikini tops and a crop top. Maybe it´s the universe telling you to wear your bikini top with high waist pants and spare a little extra room in your suitcase.




Hats
Just a quick question… How do you pack your hats?


Crochet and Lace
I´m a big fan of anything crochet (except for ugly granny-style cloths) and lace so some of my favorite cover ups are beautiful see-through pieces that you´ll want to wear both on the beach and to go out on warm summer nights or even during daytime. It will all depend on how you style them. I usually go for jeans and denim shorts and add some cool wedges instead of flats.

Sets, Light Dresses & Jumpsuits
Matchy-matchy is a thing. And what better way to do it than wear a two-piece? If you feel like wearing it together, do it. If you don´t, congratulations! You just won two more different outfits 😉
A wise man once said “a jumpsuit a day makes you forget that you´re having a bad hair day”. Ok, it wasn´t a wise man. It was me. But it has been my motto when it comes to bad hair days. Just tie your hair in a cute up-do or a high pony-tail and the attentions will all go straight to the jumpsuit.
Light dresses, silk dresses, slip dresses, everything that you usually take to the beach with flip-flops but can also wear daily with gladiator sandals or at night with heels. Again, the power of good accessories will amaze you and help you transform your outfits throughout the day.

Off-Shoulders
The biggest and most-seen-on-social-media trend (check this post for some cool ideas to wear off-shoulders) is also the most versatile. The trick, once again, it´s to master your accessory game. I´ve made a small chart to give you some ideas to improve any off-shoulders look and take it to another level (those levels being the beach, a casual night out, a daily outfit, or an occasion that requires shiny jewelry).
Espadrilles
Flats and wedges. Pack them both. Why? See all the other trends above.

Absolutely loved this post Filipa!! I’m travelling next week and I’m always an over-packer but this was so helpful! And I love your wise words about the jumpsuits-so true! Jumpsuits always draw attention, I need to wear mine more! xoxo
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Thank you dear Kathryn! I’m really glad you liked it and I hope I was able to give you some useful tips 🙂 have a wonderful weekend my dear 😘
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Asos really has some beautiful pieces!
As for hats.
I pack my hats by pinning or strapping them to the outside of my carryon. They upgrade the look of my carryon and don’t get crushed during travel!
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Thank you Dana! That’s actually really clever! I will definitely try it 🙂 have a wonderful weekend 😘
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Adorei o post Filipa! Tens ótimas dicas, vou seguir algumas com toda a certeza!
Fazer uma boa mala de viagem é quase uma arte:)
Cada vez mais, vou conseguindo levar só o essencial mas a taquicardia persiste na hora de fechar a mala!! Acho que nunca vou conseguir ser pragmática a fazer a mala…
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Muito obrigada querida Isabel! É verdade… Eu que o diga… Da última vez que tive de fazer uma mala de viagem rebentei um dos fechos de tão cheia de estava! O ‘essencial’ é tanta coisa para por numa malinha só 😁
Tem um óptimo fim de semana Isabel 😘
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What a great idea . I can seriously use the tips to start packing for my trip . All your picks are so tasteful.
Love all the bikinis . Now I just need a bikini body hehe.
Have a great weekend .
xoxo
http://www.thefashionflite.com
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Thank you so much my dear! I choose basically the bikinis I’ve been wanting to buy 😏 Don’t worry too much about that bikini body stuff (I don’t either) because summer is for ice cream 😁 Have a great weekend too 😘
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Hey Guapa, I had to smile when I started to read your post. Why? Because I ALWAYS have exactly this problem when I am packing. I end up packing way too much and I don’t even use 60% of it, such a wasted space. I like how you only focus on the most essential and trendy stuff… and you are so right to do so. Like I said before, I love the idea with the swimsuit by transforming it into a regular top! Never thought of this before until I read it in your instagram post! The hat thing… a very tricky one.. but I am a bit too comfortable I guess as I just put it in the suitcase like a regular item… and I gotta say, it never really got “destroyed”, can’t be too bad then? Very good and inspirational post hun, was like always a pleasure reading it! Have an awesome weekend, lotsa luv!
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That’s exactly the reason why this year I’m trying to pack less but trendier pieces! Just like you, I’m used to pack a lot of stuff that I never use… Last Easter I broke one of my travel bag zippers because I packed and excessive amount of knitwear that I never got to use 😂 I’m really glad you liked the idea babe! I feel like swimwear and beachwear these days is so beautiful and expensive that it’s a shame to only wear it on the beach. The hat thing really is tricky! I usually take one with me, on my lap, because I’m afraid it might get damaged, but it’s not very practical. Thank you for the advice babe! It’s always my pleasure to have you here 😘😘 enjoy your weekend my dear!
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Thanks for sharing! I love all these picks! Perfect essential summer trends!
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Thank you so much for stopping by my dear! Im really glad you liked it and I hope it inspired you 😘 happy weekend!
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Such cute options! I love Asos for dresses and swimsuits. I am packing for a month long trip, so I’m sure I’ll be incorporating a few existing trends in my bag. 🙂
Xo,
Miki
http://mikialamode.com
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Me too! I think right now most of my swimwear and beachwear is from Asos! Im glad I could inspire you a bit my dear 😘
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Love this post Filipa, your espadrille picks are all fabulous 😀 You have me inspired for my Mexico trip!
xx
Lauren
http://www.shoesandsashimi.com
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Thank you so much my dear Lauren! Im glad you liked it and im so happy I inspired you for your trip 😘
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Love this post Filipa!! I love summer fun, love to travel. Great tips! For hats, I usually wear my hat when I travel, but if I take more than one or can’t travel in it, I pack some of my tees and dresses inside my hat so it doesn’t get destroyed. It’s tricky, though, not always works. xoxo Zuma
http://www.splashofteal.com
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Thank you so much Zuma! Oh that’s really clever my dear! I’ll try that for sure! Maybe I’ll be able to take with me more than one hat 😁have a wonderful day!
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Great picks babe!
X Merel
http://www.andathousandwords.com
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Thank you so much dear 😘
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Love your selection! The perfect closet
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Thank you dear Julia! Happy weekend! 🙂
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This couldn´t be written better as it is 🙂 Great post with a huge recommendations. Good job Filipa as always! :-)kisses
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Thank you so much for your sweet words my dear! Im really glad you liked it 🙂 big kisses
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Wow im obsessed with the crochet swim that you use as a one piece!!!
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Thank you dear! I use it all the time as a body and not that much as a swimsuit!
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Seriously loving all your picks. I never know what to pack even if it’s just a weekend trip away. lol oh the struggle.
http://www.naturallyfarout.com
-Kierra
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The struggle is real every time we need to pack! 😂 thank you so much dear, I’m really glad you liked it 🙂
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