Weekend escapes are summer essentials. Simply pack your carry-on with a few key pieces that can pull double duty and be rotated to create multiple outfits, and then hit the road as soon as the boss clocks out Friday. Here’s how to travel light and smart.
Shorts
If your destination is a sunny one, you’ll likely be lunching, swimming, and traipsing around town from dawn to dusk. Why put a dent in your day by stopping at the hotel to change? Instead of board shorts, you can now find "hybrid" cotton-twill chinos that can get wet but then dry very quickly. Buttoned pockets nod to casual, cargo style, while a slim cut and pressed creases look smart out of the water.
Shirts
When faced with a No Shirt, No Service sign, top off your shorts with a crisp crewneck, cotton-piqué polo, or linen popover shirt. And when it’s time for dinner, the whole look can be dressed up with one simple addition: an unstructured linen blazer. Mixing and matching clothes isn’t as daunting a task if they are all neutral colors, though a subtle print or summery pastel wash is perfect for the occasion. If you’re feeling especially stylish, pack coordinating striped shorts and blazer for an effortless summertime suit.
Shoes
Sandals may seem like go-to shoes, but trust us: trade them in for a pair of white canvas sneakers that are at once sporty and sophisticated. Boat shoes are another option; a two-tone pair in leather or suede is sure to add character to your carefree look.
Sundries
Shoes aren’t the only accessories in your arsenal. Wayfarers are classic and necessary, but if you’re also feeling a bit adventurous so far from home, top off your weekend uniform with a Panama hat.
Bon voyage!
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