The checklist for warm weather vacation packing is pretty standard, right? Swimsuit, sandals, sunnies, sunscreen, and that transitional dress that can seamlessly go from day to night. For me, this is a shift dress because the silhouette is casual and comfortable. I’m not a huge fan of tight clothes in my everyday life so why on earth would I pack them for a vacay. Amiright?
When I first spotted this floral dress with cold shoulder and ruffle neck details (you know I’m all about showing shoulders!), the ease of getting dressed came to mind. This dress, by Parker, already has everything you need to make a splash when stepping out. To get the most out of this easy-breezy number and make it evening ready, add a simple wrap belt to clinch the waist. Since this dress doesn’t require a lot of effort, it was a no-brainer for wearing during my recent vacation in Arizona at The Phoenician Resort.
Speaking of vacation packing, I recently found the most amazing luggage. Since my things always get squished after being tossed around during travel, I’ve been wanting to test out a hardshell suitcase. While hunting for one, I found out that my travel experiences could be majorly enhanced and that I was way behind in travel tech. Raden, a company that pairs form and function with the latest in digital technology, had come out with a line of sleek-looking cases that – wait for this – can charge your phone! Raden’s lightweight luggage recharges any USB device and also has a tracking app. The smart suitcase was a game changer for me during my downtime at the Phoenix airport – no more huddling up with a bunch of randos at the charging station for me! Oh, and all of the items that were packed inside of the case were perfectly preserved for the first time – ever!
Below, you can see more of this vacation-worthy dress, as well as some day-to-night styling options. You can also see all of the stylish color options for Raden’s smart suitcases.
