35 best vacation outfit ideas for women in 2023

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We’re all about the vacation fashion styles this year, especially as warm temps ensue and we’re readying our flattering bikinis, wear-all-day rompers and adorable white dresses.

It's all the season for linen, the hallmark of an effortless and easy-breezy ensemble. Whether you’re cruising to the Caribbean or jet-setting to the West Coast, rest assured you’ll be ready to go — in style, obviously — with our careful research of summertime dressing.

Consider this the ultimate vacation edit. The New York Post Shopping team hand-picked our favorite selections for women, from shorts to skirts. Plus, you’ll want to take note of all the stunning sandals we’re glossing over, including espadrilles.

Top options include Amazon and Lulus, but we have other boutique-style options for you to peruse. Even better, we didn't just stop at the clothing. You’ll want to add some of our favorite jewelry, bags and sunglasses to your cart before you checkout.

To best prepare yourself for your long-awaited vacay, check out our guides to the best luggage brands and long-flight essentials to make your voyage a bit more enjoyable. Oh, and you won't want to forego a belt bag — the cherry on top.

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We’re beyond obsessed with the Pink Queen Cut-Out Midi Dress — the perfect Amazon dress under $50 that boasts a cut-out style and subtly sexy look. More, it’ll look wonderful with one of the best designer clutches we rounded up.

Meet the summertime dress we have in our closets and are still glossing over: the Tommy Bahama Joyful Blooms Floral Print Maxi Dress. Though a splurge, it’ll make a statement, for sure, and will pair well with your best wedge sandals.

Take a page from our playbook (rather, our personal closets), with the Petal & Pup Peta Dress. We recently wore this pattern out and about on the weekend and received plenty of compliments and ‘where did you get that?‘ In short, say less and order.

Hello, resort wear! We’re about to head on a summertime cruise with the Joyfunear Tropical Print Maxi Dress — and we can't believe it's just $20. With its slit and strapless design, it’ll photograph nicely as well.

For more options, check out our guide to the best maxi dresses.

Meet the dress you’ll wear to your next outdoor function. ASTR The Label's Primrose Dress is the sweetest wedding guest dress you’ll wear (or, a date night dress with some feminine flair). From its tiered, ruffled design to that stunning floral charm, you’ll be golden.

Versatile and available in a rainbow of colors, the Bluetime Off-Shoulder Chiffon Blouse is yours for the taking, especially for less than $30. With your favorite pair of jeans and some nude heels, you have yourself an outfit.

We’re ready for a picnic in the J.Crew Amber Linen Top. Not only does it have a relaxed yet vibrant charm to it but it pairs well with the brand's matching Essential Italian Viscose-Blend Pant ($298). Cue the warm weather, to say the least.

Perfect for your next resort vacation, the Lulus Island Experience Tie-Strap Bustier Crop Top is beyond compare — and less than $50. Shop the matching Island Experience Maxi Skirt ($62) to match and voilà, you have a totally Instagrammable head-to-toe outfit.

Simple yet necessary in your wardrobe, the Maeve Ribbed Tank is the perfect summertime top that’ll match with all of your bottoms. It's available in a few color varieties at Anthropologie, and we recommend grabbing it before it's gone.

We can't stop glossing over the miduo Loose Sleeveless Tank, available in dozens of patterns and colors that are all so stunning, we want to grab them all. For less than $30 apiece, they’re the perfect toss-ons to pair with your denim shorts.

Speaking of denim shorts, grab the Madewell Denim Pull-On Paperbag Utility Shorts for a comfortable and flattering fit this season. We love its traditional charm and quality detailing, so much so that we have it in our carts.

For more options, check out our guide to the best paperbag shorts.

Abercrombie is the Queen of Tailored Pants, so we’re not at all surprised that its Ultra High-Rise Tailored Short has come to serve looks. Available in a few colors, it's that put-together, modest pair of shorts everyone needs.

Similar in look to Abercrombie's shorts, the Magic Linen High-Waisted Linen Shorts have more of a relaxed fit than polished, though still look put-together with a feel-good cami. We’re ready to take on the hot, sweltering days with this fab find.

The Lulus Sweeter than Ever Eyelet Lace High-Waisted Shorts has a special place on this list, simply because it can instantly be transformed into a matching set with its matching Sweeter than Ever Eyelet Lace Crop Top ($56). Not only is it hanging up in our closets (we had to) but it looks as good as it's made.

Take a stroll on the boardwalk with the Petal & Pup Ronaldi Shorts. We love this relaxed-fit, pinstriped design, especially for the flattering waistband. With the perfect white tee, you’ll look like you just stepped out of a beach style magazine.

Simply run to this stunning maxi skirt on Amazon — the perfect little tiered number that's clad with pockets (#bonus!) For less than $40, you’ll appreciate all of the patterns it comes in, too.

We nearly fell off of our chairs when we came across the Express High-Waisted Printed Mini Sweater Skirt. Just shy of $50, it's the perfect nod to vacation-style wear we’ve seen, thanks to its allover neutral palm print overlay.

We adore the Petal & Pup Deaville Skirt for its citrus-inspired pattern and stunning, flowy fit. For less than $100, you’ll want to spin and twirl your way to every occasion on your calendar with this easy-breezy fit.

Spoiler alert: we’ve worn the Lulus Trancoso Two-Piece Maxi Dress on a cruise last year and it was the perfect summertime option that's comfortable, looks good and fit for warmer temps. For less than $75, you’ll want to grab it in all the colors it comes in.

Pick up this bohemian-style skirt from Abercrombie ahead of summer for a garden-inspired piece you’ll want to wear on repeat. The Linen-Blend High-Slit Maxi Skirt looks great with sandals, is simple to dress up or down and will be one of your sweetest purchases yet.

For a put-together look, grab the Cupshe One-Piece Swimsuit. It's less than $35 on Amazon, comes in a few colors and is flattering on any body type.

For more options, check out our guide to the best one-piece swimsuits.

For the lover of all things pink, shop the Lulus Sun-Kissed Sweetie Ribbed Tie-Front Underwire Bikini Top — along with its matching bottoms — ahead of your next vacation. We love its simplistic look and gorgeous pastel color, especially.

For just $9, grab a flattering ribbed bikini to wear on every pool day imaginable this summer. It comes in a few colors, has a comfortable scoop-neck design and is one of the easiest purchases you’ll make.

Though a splurge, the Zimmermann Ginger Balconette Bikini Top — paired with the matching bottoms — is an elevated upgrade from the rest of the swimwear in your closet. It's giving fine China, but pool edition.

This racetrack-inspired bathing suit has our hearts and, right now, it's 50% off at Victoria's Secret. We adore this unique cut-out design and sloped neckline, especially.

Pick up these top-rated Amazon wedges for less than $50 to wear to every summertime occasion on your calendar. The Dream Pairs Open-Toe Espadrille Sandals are a top-tier option for their ability to be dressed up or down. Trust us on this one.

Yes, Kim K's brand SKIMS has sandals up for grabs (who knew?) and we love how versatile they are to wear around water. Consider these a poolside staple, for sure.

To add some elevation to your look, snag a pair of designer sandals. Tory Burch's Leather Miller Sandal have been acclaimed for years, thanks to its signature logo imprint and smooth-to-the-touch design. Plus, they make a great gift.

Dolce Vita is having a moment, and we’re going to let it ride. Shop the brand's Penny Sandal, available exclusively at DSW. We love this wicker-inspired texture that would look dynamite with a linen dress.

Low-to-the-ground and exceptionally made, Everlane's The Day Crossover Sandal is a fantastic purchase to make for less than $100. They’re the perfect slip-ons, too, and add much to your outfit without much thought.

Have you met a more gorgeous pair of hanging earrings? The petit moments Multi Stone Earrings are just $25 and match a variety of summertime looks — especially vacation-inspired looks. Whether worn with a beach-y top or a midi dress, rest assured they’ll tie the whole look together.

Meet the bag we wear to nearly every formal occasion and the accessory behind every compliment. This Mini Flower & Rhinestone Box Bag is just $30 but looks designer. Say yes and order this one ahead of your next vacation, stat.

Need a new pair of sunglasses? One of our favorite destinations for a hot new pair is QUAY Australia, the brand behind hundreds of well-made styles. Its best-selling pair, the All-in-One Retro Aviator Sunglasses, is the perfect add-to-cart summertime staple.

Have you met a cuter purse? The BTB Los Angeles Bri Beaded Rattan Top-Handle Bag may be a splurge, but simply screams vacation. Plus, its beaded straps and wicker-like charm are too cute to ignore.

Sally sold seashells at the seashore, and the Brinker & Eliza All Summer Long Bracelet is up for grabs. Shop this adorable beach-inspired accessory that will instantly make any outfit more coastal. Plus, we love its gold hardware.

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