The Best Resortwear Brands for Women

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Best Dresses

Johanna Ortiz Pradera Geométrica Fringed Linen Midi Dress

Pradera Geométrica Fringed Linen Midi Dress

Best Dresses

Johanna Ortiz Pradera Geométrica Fringed Linen Midi Dress

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Colombia-based label Johanna Ortiz is a must for light, breezy dresses and pareos to wear on the beach or for tropical weddings. Expect playful patterns with pops of color.

Sizes: 0–8

Materials: Linen

Best for Nights Out

Louisa Ballou Yellow Graphic Cardigan

Yellow Graphic Cardigan

Best for Nights Out

Louisa Ballou Yellow Graphic Cardigan

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If you plan to let loose on your getaway, you’ll want something from Louisa Ballou, a brand that specializes in form-fitting dresses and tops complete with sheer details and deep cutouts.

Sizes: XS–XL

Materials: 95% cupro, 5% elastane

Best One-Stop Shop

Cult Gaia Floreana Dress

Floreana Dress

Best One-Stop Shop

Cult Gaia Floreana Dress

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From nature-inspired bags to sculptural shoes and woven dresses, Cult Gaia can help you pull together your glamorous vacation wardrobe from head to toe.

Sizes: XS–XL

Materials: 100% cotton

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Best Accessories

Hereu Galdana Sandal

Galdana Sandal

Best Accessories

Hereu Galdana Sandal

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Made in Spain, Hereu’s elegant shoes and bags are a must for both minimalists and those drawn to handcrafted pieces. You can wear these comfortable flat sandals to walk miles down the beach.

Sizes: 35–41 EU

Materials: Leather

Best Classic Resortwear

Pucci Swirling Satin Maxi Dress

Swirling Satin Maxi Dress

Best Classic Resortwear

Pucci Swirling Satin Maxi Dress

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Embrace bright palettes and psychedelic prints for your next trip. Pucci’s graphic patterns can be spotted from a mile away.

Sizes: 4–12

Materials: 95% Viscose, 5% elastane

Best Casual

Farm Rio Palermo Playsuit

Palermo Playsuit

Best Casual

Farm Rio Palermo Playsuit

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Brazilian label Farm Rio offers playful, happy prints in lightweight fabrics like cotton and linen. Break out a piece from this brand as you sit poolside with a caipirinha in hand.

Sizes: XXS–XL

Materials: 55% linen, 45% viscose

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Best for Beach Photo Shoots

Zimmermann Alight Printed Scarf-Tie Bikini

Alight Printed Scarf-Tie Bikini

Best for Beach Photo Shoots

Zimmermann Alight Printed Scarf-Tie Bikini

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Zimmermann is a favorite of influencers and social media aficionados, thanks to its mini hemlines, ruffle details, and colorful prints. The Australian label is begging to star in your next vacation photo shoot.

Sizes: 0–3

Materials: 80% polyamide, 20% elastane

Best for Italy

La Double J Bold Shoulder Minidress

Bold Shoulder Minidress

Best for Italy

La Double J Bold Shoulder Minidress

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Its designs inspired by founder J.J. Martin’s collection of vintage clothing, La Double J is a bold ready-to-wear and home brand meant for the streets of Portofino.

Sizes: XS–XL

Materials: 98% cotton, 2% elastane

Best Jewelry

Eliou Kruze Necklace

Kruze Necklace

Best Jewelry

Eliou Kruze Necklace

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Miami-based Eliou is a jewelry label with a playful disposition and a knack for mixing and matching colors and textures. Add a bold necklace or bracelet to your night-out looks.

Materials: Resin, quartz, ceramic, Indian agate, enamel, and gold-filled beads

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Best Caftans

Emporio Sirenuse Giada Kaftan

Giada Kaftan

Best Caftans

Emporio Sirenuse Giada Kaftan

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For throw-on-and-go cover-ups when you’re heading from your room to the pool, try a loose caftan. Emporio Sirenuse draws inspiration from the Italian coast, with lightweight cover-ups imbued with elegant details.

Sizes: 36–50 IT

Materials: Cotton

Best Luxury Swimwear

Eres Dancing One-Piece

Dancing One-Piece

Best Luxury Swimwear

Eres Dancing One-Piece

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Simple, sleek, and luxurious, Eres is known for its high-quality swimwear and cover-ups. You’d fit right in lounging at Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc.

Sizes: 38–44

Materials: 84% polyamide, 16% spandex

Best for Being Out and About

Alemais Porcelain Printed Silk-Satin Shirt

Porcelain Printed Silk-Satin Shirt

Best for Being Out and About

Alemais Porcelain Printed Silk-Satin Shirt

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Australian label Alemais’s on-trend designs are perfect for packing on a vacation where you’ll be doing some urban exploring, visiting wine bars or local cafés.

Sizes: 0–12

Materials: Silk

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Best Crochet

Nia Thomas Celina Swimsuit

Celina Swimsuit

Best Crochet

Nia Thomas Celina Swimsuit

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When you’re somewhere warm, clothes need to be breathable, and Nia Thomas’s cool crochet fits the bill.

Sizes: XS–2XL

Materials: 100% Tanguis cotton

Best Dressy

Agua by Agua Bendita Vivianne Dress

Vivianne Dress

Best Dressy

Agua by Agua Bendita Vivianne Dress

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This Colombian label’s elegant dresses embrace the breeziness of resortwear, but with an elevated twist. Break out the brand for formal events on your tropical getaway.

Sizes: XS–XL

Materials: 100% cotton

Best Sandals

Ancient Greek Sandals Satira Sandals

Satira Sandals

Best Sandals

Ancient Greek Sandals Satira Sandals

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Parade up and down the streets of Spalato or St. Barts in a pair of comfortable flat sandals that can be easily stowed in your suitcase. This timeless brand has long been a go-to for summer footwear.

Sizes: 35–42 EU

Materials: Leather

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