What to Wear at a Resort
When packing for resorts, the most important thing is that you pack a wide variety of options. For the days, you’ll want casual wear. This includes shorts, jeans, t-shirts. For the evenings, you might want to consider bringing more formal attire for drinks out on the town or a date night. These items include blouses, button-ups, heels, and loafers. If your hotel also has a pool or you’re looking to spend some time at the beach, don’t forget the swimwear!
What WOMEN Should Wear at Resort – (Click to expand)
Below is a sample women’s clothing list. (All items link to Amazon.com for your convenience).
Women are going to want to pack versatile pieces that you can mix and match and dress up and down throughout your trip. Ideally, you’ll keep things mostly casual while bringing a few formal options if you choose to go out for dinner and drinks. Layering pieces such as tank tops and cardigans are great if the weather is going to be unpredictable during your trip.
You’ll want to consider your destination and the season in which you are visiting. If you’re traveling somewhere tropical you’ll probably want to avoid bringing too many long-sleeved tops and jeans. If you’re visiting somewhere that’s chilly, make one of your biggest focuses a heavy winter coat.
What MEN Should Wear at Resort – (Click to expand)
Below is a sample men’s clothing list. (All items link to Amazon.com for your convenience).
Much like what women should wear, men should focus on bringing basics and being comfortable while also bringing layers in case the weather is cold. T-shirts, pants that you can dress up or dress down, button-ups, and both casual and formal shoes are key.
If you’re traveling during the summer months, skip out on the waterproof boots and bring sandals and a nice pair of loafers for dinners and drinks. If you’re vacationing during the winter, bring long-sleeved shirts that you know are warm that you can wear under your winter coat.
SPRING (March-May)
When packing for any season, you’ll want to think about your destination. Often spring requires layering as it can be cold in the mornings and evenings but beautiful and sunny during the afternoons. This is the ideal time to pack things like lightweight jackets, t-shirts that can be layered, shorts, and jeans.
Many places have a lot of rainfall during the spring months as well so you might want to consider bringing a rain jacket with you along with some waterproof shoes (boots or sneakers would work best).
SUMMER (June – August)
No matter where you’re planning on visiting during the summer months, you’re going to be met with sunshine. Resorts are the perfect place to spend your summer days lounging by the pool. This means you can trade out the jeans and layering jackets for swimsuits, shorts, tank tops, dresses, and flip-flops. Whatever you decide to do during your trip, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, aloe, and plenty of water.
FALL (September – November)
Fall is a lot like spring in that the weather can vary drastically depending on where you’re going. On the west coast, fall can be quite warm, especially in places like California and Arizona. If this is the case, you’ll want to keep those layering items packed. If you’re going somewhere where the leaves change color and the temperatures drop, you’ll want to break out that lightweight jacket along with some boots
WINTER (December – February)
Winter means staying warm and bundling up. Bring your heavy winter coat, sweaters, thermals, beanies, and boots. The key to keeping your suitcase light is packing items that can be layered and worn more than once.
Dressing Appropriately for Activities at Resort – (Click to expand)
Pool: If you’re going to be spending most of your time working on your tan by the resort’s pool, you’re going to want to be sure to protect yourself. Aside from a swimsuit, bring a sunhat that covers your face, sunglasses, and a high SPF that will prevent you from burning. If you have extra sensitive skin, a swimsuit cover-up or a rash guard can offer additional protection. If you do burn easily, having aloe vera on hand will help save you from some serious pain.
Nightlife: Seeing another city’s nightlife scene is one of the most exciting parts of a vacation. Going out on the town means getting to dress up a bit. For women, a dress is always a great option though you can always stick to a good pair of jeans, a loose blouse, and a pair of wedges. Men should wear a nice darker pair of denim, a classic button-up shirt, and loafers.
Sightseeing: I love spending my days exploring a new city. When sightseeing, especially in big cities like Paris, Rome, or San Francisco, you’re going to spend most of your time on your feet which means the most important thing to pack is comfortable shoes. I typically prefer sneakers that I’ve already broken in that I know will keep me going for miles and miles. You’ll also want to be equipped with layers, plenty of sunscreen, and a neck wallet or purse that pickpocketers can’t get into
Snow Sports: When going skiing or snowboarding, you don’t want to have to worry about the weather which means wearing the appropriate layers is important. Start with a base layer and add on either a snow bib or ski pants, a thick winter coat, gloves, a helmet, and goggles. And while it may seem trivial, SPF is extremely important when on the slopes.