Happy happy Monday, friends!
Guess what?
It’s my annual…
…post!
I started doing this years ago, and it seems to be a favorite. This is our family’s last week before Spring Break, so it’s the perfect time for me to share some outfit details and warm weather items should you be heading somewhere sunny too (or just gearing up for summer). I have a wide variety of things from multiple retailers and varying price points.
I am including all of the things I’ve purchased for myself this year as well as sharing some of the items from last year that I still love.
It’s a whole lot of sunshine in this one post 🙂 .
Here we go…
I have my swimsuit on under THIS TANK and THESE SHORTS. Perfect coverup combo for a pool/beach day.
And how cute are MY SLIDES?!
They are really comfy too!
SAME TANK (it comes in other color options) + THESE SHORTS and MY SLIDES!
I like a tank and shorts for a coverup because it works for things other than heading to the water (like going to grab something to eat, an excursion, heading into a shop, etc).
Last year, I shared…
…THESE SUPER CUTE BOARD SHORTS too which I wore over and over again (I brought them on two cruises, Bali and to Australia). They’re going with me this year too! THEY COME IN 41 DIFFERENT PRINTS TOO!
Another coverup from last year that went on four vacations with me…
…this CROCHET COVERUPS was one of my favorite coverups from last year. This is the perfect option if you’re looking for something crochet but don’t want to spend a lot of money on a trend. It also comes in several other color options too.
This…
…is a Free People “dupe” ROMPER that works great over my swimsuit!
See how it’s a romper underneath? So cute!
Of course, it wouldn’t be a warm weather trip for my family without…
…THIS BEACH BAG! You guys know how much I love this bag. I bet I’ve purchased five or six of them over the last five or six years because they’re perfect. It is big enough to fit everything we have, it has many pockets on the side and inside, it’s mesh so you can kind of just rinse it off, the straps are sturdy, and it’s priced so low that you can toss it if it gets too gross from the sand and sea. I LOVE THIS BAG! This year, I bought the NEON GREEN, but as you know, I’ve had pink, coral, and yellow before too. LOVE!
I also love THIS VISOR because…
…it’s adjustable, so it fits perfectly and is easy to wear.
I bought…
…THIS HAT last year and it traveled all over the world with me. From Bali to Australia to two different cruises, it packed so well and always looked great when I got it out of my suitcase. It’s still in great condition, so it’s going with me this year too. It also comes in other color choices as well.
For dinners at night, this year, I’m packing…
…THAT SAME TANK plus THIS SUPER CUTE SKIRT and THESE HEELS.
And THESE EARRINGS too! I bought them in turquoise, but they come in several other colors!
Here is a closer look at…
So cute, right?!
Speaking of cute…
…I shared THIS DRESS last year and not only did I love it, but you guys did too because it was the #6 MOST PURCHASED ITEM last year from my blog. It’s SUCH a good dress at SUCH a good price (it comes in 6 other colors too!)…
…so I am definitely putting it back in the suitcase for this year as well. It might end up being my Easter dress too! It’s only $39!
How cute is it with THOSE EARRINGS and HEELS?!
THIS DRESS is cute with the slit up the side. You know how much I love me a black dress 😉 .
WHITE TANK + TROPICAL SKIRT for the win on a beach vacation!
And THIS DRESS had me at the navy and white stripes.
Now, THIS DRESS…
…from last year was without a doubt the #1 dress I wore all year long. I wore it on so many flights (it’s so comfy!), to dinner, to church, on Nantucket, in McKinney, it went with me all over the world. It has pockets, it’s so comfortable, I LOVE IT.
Needless to say, this year…
…when it came out in both RED…
…and NAVY AND WHITE STRIPE, I had to buy them both. So cute with MY SLIDES too!
Two more dresses that I’ve purchased in years past that are on repeat…
…you guys, THIS DRESS is only $25 but looks so much more expensive. I have it in both navy and black. I wore the navy one on Easter like four years ago. I love it!
And then…
…THIS DRESS was another one I wear on repeat. It is just easy and adorable.
I will also be packing…
…PAJAMAS to take with me on spring break. Target has the best pj selection! I know, I know I know that I’ve shared them with you several times before, but the quality and the comfort is crazy good especially for the price. These are only $25!
And of course, I am literally wearing both right this minute as I type this sentence…
…these strapless bras and this underwear are truly the only ones I wear. I wear the underwear EVERY SINGLE DAY and unless I have on like a sweater or sweatshirt, I have THIS BRA on because even though it’s strapless, it’s so so comfy. Seriously, I have worn them both for Y-E-A-R-S.
This might be too much info, but after my bladder surgery, when they were discharging me, they said I had to wear “regular” underwear for the next six weeks. I didn’t have any regular underwear (because these undies are so comfy!), so after Andrew took me home and got me settled, he had to go to Walmart to buy me some. THAT is how much I love these undies. I don’t even own another kind 😉 .
Okay, it wouldn’t be a spring break post without SWIMSUITS! I rounded up some of my faves for the whole family right here:
#1: Varsity Support Crop Bikini Top
#2: Eva Colorblock Bikini Top
#3: Andie Havana Bikini Top
#4: Neo Rebel Reversible Bikini Top
#5: Piper Vessel Underwire Bikini Top
#6: Island Cays Colorblock Bandini Swim Top
#7: Island Goddess Ruffle Halter Bikini Top
#8: Emmy Colorblock High Waist Bikini Bottoms
#9: Chlorine Resistant Pinchless High Waisted Bikini Bottoms
#10: Andy Crochet Bikini Top
#11: Island Goddess Halter Bikini Top
#12: Island Goddess Ruffle Tankini Top
#13: Island Goddess Hipster Bikini Bottoms
#14: Color Code High Waist Bikini Bottoms
#1: Sunsets Escape Sienna Swim Dress
#2: Cool Tide One-Piece Swimsuit
#3: Slender Suit Grecian Low Leg One Piece Swimsuit
#4: Ava Plunge Underwire One-Piece Swimsuit
#5: Celine Cutout One-Shoulder One-Piece Swimsuit
#6: Scalloped Square Neck One-Piece Swimsuit
#7: U-Bar Bandeau One-Piece Swimsuit
#8: O-Ring Monokini One Piece Swimsuit
#9: Square Neck High Leg One Piece Swimsuit
#10: Slender Suit Shine Bandeau Tummy Control Chlorine Resistant High Leg One Piece Swimsuit
#11: Reese Rib One-Piece Swimsuit
#12: Slender Suit Wrap One Piece Swimsuit
#13:The Mailbu One-Piece Swimsuit
#14: Jessie Zhao New York Night Imagination Reversible One Piece Swimsuit
#1: DNA Surf T-Shirt
#2: UV Skinz Short Sleeve Crew Sun & Swim Shirt
#3: Crab Walk Swim Trunks
#4: Biggy Slide Sandal
#5: Tuahine Waterproof Flip Flop
#6: 5.5-Inch Swim Trunks
#7: Seashell Print Swim Trunks
#8: The Sketches 5.5-Inch Ribbed Swim Trunks
#9: R & R 5.5-Inch Water Repellent Swim Trunks
#10: Shorelite Performance Swim Trunks
#11: Lennox Hermosa Swim Trunks
#12: Neat Print Swim Trunks
#13: The Bayberry Swim Trunks
#14: Cruise Hybrid Board Shorts
#1: Boys UPF50+ Sun Protected Long Sleeve Rash Guard
#2: Kids’ Long Sleeve Rashguard
#3: Primary Kids Swim Trunk
#4: Boys UPF50+ Swim Trunks
#5: Rokka&Rolla Kids’ Compression Liner Swim Trunks UPF 50+
#6: UV Skinz Long Sleeve Swim Romper
#7: Kids’ Strappy Rib One-Piece Swimsuit
#8: Kids’ Two-Piece Long Sleeve Rashguard Swimsuit
#9: Rokka&Rolla Toddler Swim Trunks with Mesh Lining UPF 50+
#10: Primary Kids Long Sleeve One-Piece Rash Guard In Rainbow Sky Stripe
#11: Kids’ Mara Stripe Mermaid Appliqué Terry Zip-Up Hoodie
#12: Kids’ Swim Trunks
#13: Kids’ Candy Girl Beaded Rib One-Piece Swimsuit
#14: Kids’ Little Eva & Emmy Two-Piece Swimsuit
#15: Kids’ Hooded Long Sleeve Cover-Up Tunic
Speaking of the family, what are they taking on Spring Break? It is a random assortment that I will try really hard to get on LTK this week for you! Should you spot something on a kiddo that you love while we’re out of town, send me a DM/email/whatever, and I’ll share the details with you.
No matter where you’re heading, make sure you check out my 18 KEYS FOR PREPPING FOR A TRIP post…
…where I deep dive into how I pack and prep so that going on vacation with my crew isn’t insane.
Also…
…you can catch SHAY’S ULTIMATE BEACH TRIP PACKING LIST where I share all the details on what we bring on every beach vacation (the list is comprehensive!!).
Or…
…if your family is heading somewhere cold this spring, make sure you check out my TOP 10 TIPS FROM A SKI MOM!
One last thing…
…if you’re looking for a workout to do before your next vacation (or any old day!), check out ANDREW’S BEACH READY WORKOUT!
And finally…
…it’s my SPRING BREAK PLAYLIST!
It’s fun and very beachy. It will 100% put you in a good mood 🙂 .
Okay, that wraps up my annual WHAT I’M PACKING FOR SPRING BREAK post!
If you have any questions about sizing/fit/etc, leave it below in the comment section. If you still haven’t planned your spring break (or summer!) vacation yet and need help, please reach out! It’s not too late! We would LOVE to help you!
Have the very best day, friends! I’ll see you back here tomorrow! xx
Courtney says
Hi Shay! Can you recommend a good travel water bottle that wouldn’t be too heavy to carry around all day? My water bottles are so heavy and I’m traveling next week. So, an Amazon link would be amazing for quick delivery! Thank you!
Mix and Match Mama says
Well goodness, I don’t know that I have one. When we travel, we will take our Swig coffee mugs (especially on a cruise!) or our Yeti cups (because the ice doesn’t melt at the pool/beach), but both of those are pretty heavy.
Debbie Alsip says
I have a great one that is about $25. I tried to post the link but it looked wonky. It’s the Yeti Yonder water bottle. You can find it on Amazon. It’s lightweight and dishwasher safe.
Christi McAnally says
Stanley makes a great water bottle. What I like most is it has a screw off lid for drinking and it also can be open probably 1/4 way down for bigger opening to add liquid iv or any kind of packet to water. It is pretty light weight and comes in two sizes.
Christi McAnally says
Stanley all day slim water bottle is a great choice comes in 20oz and 34oz sizes. I prefe the smaller one for travel.
Elspeth Mizner says
So many cute outfits! I love the shades of blue!
Happy Monday!
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Erin says
I love those undies too! It’s also the only kind I own!
Beverly says
Shay,
What is the brand of the favorite black dress from last year that you got this year in red? Also, bra brand? Can use your links and these look great. I really could use these by safesearch blocks your links but I can access direct websites of brands.
Thanks, love your blog.
Mix and Match Mama says
It’s from Abercrombie. Have the BEST day! xx
Ashley D says
I couldn’t agree more with your beach bag recommendation! My husband and I literally just flew home from Florida this morning and it is perfect as it folds up so nicely for travel (and holds so much)! I have also gifted it before and it’s the perfect price!
Love your summer dress recommendations too!
Nicole says
Yay! Loved this! Just in time for Spring Break! 🥰🎉🙌🏻
Kristin A Lyngaas says
Wherever you are heading to I hope you have the best time 💕💕💕
MelanieL says
So many great SB finds!! I own and love the Steve Madden dress, the bra and undies, the beach bag, and the packing cubes! I’m so looking forward to spring weather here in central IN this week! 🙂
Mix and Match Mama says
I hope you have a WONDERFUL spring-y week!
kristen says
Wait, Shay! Is there country music on your spring break playlist?? I thought you hated country….except maybe Toby on 4th of July!?
Mix and Match Mama says
I added it last year to this playlist to differentiate it a bit from the summer play list. Listen, I’m here not just for myself; I’m here for you country-music loving ladies too. Bahahaha! xx
kristen says
Well, on behalf of the country music lovers, thank you!! 🙂 I will certainly enjoy your playlist! Have a wonderful spring break and enjoy the extra family time! Thanks!!
Carol says
Cute post! That hat was my number-one purchase from your recommendations last year! It went with me on a two-week Mediterranean cruise, a weeklong beach trip and a five-day Western Caribbean cruise, and it still looks brand new! It packs beautifully!
Mix and Match Mama says
Isn’t it wonderful?! Every time I pack it, I think “well, there’s no way it will look good after this trip in the suitcase”, and it does every single time!
Kristen says
adding it to my cart right now for my cruise to Greece! What color do you have it in?
Mix and Match Mama says
“khaki” 🙂
Kimberly M. says
Shay, I am obsessed with the Steve Madden sandals! My only worry is they won’t be wide enough (I have pretty wide feet!) Do you feel there is much stretch to them to accommodate wider feet or no? Thanks and have an awesome spring break!!
Mix and Match Mama says
Ohh that’s a good question, I do think that there is “give” on either side. They were really comfy on my feet (not too tight at all), so my answer is that they’re probably made with some stretch in them.
Chrissy says
OK I have to ask about your pajama situation because I know you have so many! Do you wear a different set of pajamas every night (at home and on vacation) or do you rewear a few nights in a row? This conversation came up because the ladies at The Home Edit were talking about packing and they both said they brought different pajamas for every single night of their trip and didn’t even know it was THING that people rewear pajamas without washing!! SO curious your routine!!
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh my gosh, Erika and I have had MANY conversations about this very topic. Up until a few years ago, Erika would bring one pair of pjs for every member of her family for every night they were gone…and I would bring one pair for the whole vacation. Bahahaha! We travel enough together that this has been a big topic of conversation. We have both decided to settle on “one set for every two nights”. I feel like that’s aggressive, she feels like that’s not enough but we both feel like we needed to meet in the middle because what both of us were doing was “off”. bahahaaha!
Kristen says
Oh this should be a post, lol! For a week vaca I only pack two pjs.
Chrissy says
I was in your camp with the one set for the whole vacation, MAYBE two! So fun to see how others live life !
Heather says
Thanks so much for the recommendations! Do you ever wash your sun hat in the washing machine?
Mix and Match Mama says
I don’t. I’ve never tried that.
Chrys says
Yay… Thank you so much! I already added a few things to my cart.
Niki Tribble says
Such cute stuff! Can you link where you get dressed for Kensington for cruises?
Mix and Match Mama says
yes!!!
Nicole says
I’m curious how you IF during vacation – and if you open up your eating window for lunch, do you ever have a cocktail by the pool or beach, what’s you go to? Thanks!! 🥰😇
Mix and Match Mama says
I certainly open my window more when I’m traveling. I find that I personally need at least 12 hours of digestive rest between dinner and my next meal, but on vacation, that’s really easy to do. If I’m going to have an adult beverage by the pool, I try to keep it simple (tequila or vodka with soda and a lime wedge) instead of a more sugary drink.
Leslie Jackson says
So many cute outfits! What size did you get in the A&F red dress? Would you say it runs true to size? We are going to the mountains/skiing for our Spring Break, but you have me wanting spring/summer outfits. Lol! Thanks and have a great Spring Break!
Mix and Match Mama says
I think it very much runs TTS. I bought it in xs.