Take It Easy

Spring, the season when the sun shines again, the flowers bloom, and best of all, vacations are booked. Whether planning a lengthy lounge on the Portuguese coast or a short jaunt to a closer port, these trip-ready essentials will help you pack light, while looking luxurious.

The cafe pant. One of the best things about vacation lies in the art of discovery. Nothing’s better than stumbling into a local caffeine-fueled gem to start planning your day of adventure over a galão or as a pitstop between destinations. Packing this versatile pant guarantees you a steadfast travel buddy.

The button down. Worn as a casual piece or for a night out, the button down is a key travel staple, especially when you’re on the go. Pro-tip: Use that hotel iron if you want a crisper look.

The cover up. And so much more. Sure, you can don this poolside while drinking a caipirinha, but you can also throw it over your outfit on cooler afternoons or wear it as a dress on its own. A three-for-one!

The night-outer. Yes, many of these pieces can go from day to night with ease, but it’s worth it to pack at least one dressier piece. Go for some color, and not your usual LBD.

The jacket. It may take up a little more luggage space, but how many times have you been caught in a spot that’s much chillier than you expected? Be safe and pack a great denim jacket or mid-weight cardigan to keep warm without sacrificing your breezy vacay style.

The cover up

Alemais SHIRTDRESS in blue, crop TOP (stylist’s own), Pistola Charlie high rise JEAN in Delores Park, Page Dina SANDALS in gold, blue woven BRACELET, Sylvia Benson Lantern freshwater PEARL NECKLACE, Sylvia Benson Poppy Row EARRINGS, and Kayu Ami embroidered straw CLUTCH in natural

The night-outer

Alemais Melody midi DRESS

The café pant

Cara Cara Alfie PANTS in medallion scarf print, Clare V. Midi Sac BAG in natural and cream, and long stem poppy EARRINGS by Sylvia Benson

The jacket

Amo Samerra SWING COAT, Aje Esprit embroidered MINI SKIRT, Sylvia Benson Morse Code Born to be Wild NECKLACE, and Destree Sonia HOOP EARRINGS

The button down

Hannah Artwear Cleo BLOUSE in poppy, AMO Wilma PANT in toffee, Sylvia Benson Lantern freshwater PEARL NECKLACE, and Clare V. Turnlock Louis BAG in chocolate suede

MODEL: Kayleigh Hally

HAIR & MAKEUP: Meraki Beauty

WARDROBE: S. Worsley

LOCATION: The Sandspur, 103 Lake Park Blvd South, Carolina Beach

To view more of photographer and stylists Drewe & Kate’s work, go to dreweandkate.com

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