Congrats! You've purchased your plane ticket to [insert exotic locale], booked your hotel, and figured out a sightseeing tour. Now, all that's left is the packing, a sometimes dreaded task that really requires you to think efficiently because 1. you don't want to pay extra fees for overweight baggage, and 2. you want to make sure you have the proper pieces to wear for every activity. Enter a no-fail vacation dress, your best friend when it comes to packing (and traveling) because it's a one-and-done piece that's lightweight and doesn't require much styling.
Not sure what's considered a vacation dress? Don't worry, because below, we've rounded up 13 versatile, getaway-worthy maxis, midis, and minidresses that will make packing (and outfit planning) for your next trip a breeze.
Shop our favorite vacation dresses:
Tanya Taylor
Celina Dress
Don't forget to pack an off-the-shoulder dress.Available in sizes 0 to 4.
AlexaChung
Ruffle-Trimmed Floral-Print Voile Midi Dress
We love the ruffle detailing on this dress.Available in sizes 6 to 16.
Reformation
Francis Dress
Wear with wedges for dinner or sneakers for sightseeing.Available in sizes 0 to 22.
Mother of Pearl
Oleta Ruffled Floral-Print Silk-Satin Maxi Dress
Simply beautiful.Available in sizes 6 to 14.
Flynn Skye
Maiden Mini Dress
Fun color? Check. Cool neckline? Check. Versatility? Check.Available in sizes XS to M.
Capulet
Emma Mini Dress
Big buttons are seriously trending for spring.Available in sizes XS to M.
Diane von Furstenberg
Floral-Print Silk Crepe de Chine Wrap Dress
A floral wrap dress is a vacation essential.Available in sizes XS to L.
HVN
Laura Printed Cotton Midi Dress
Check a fruit-print dress off your packing list with this adorable, lightweight number.Available in sizes 0 to 12.
Reformation
Klara Dress
Because an LWD works for dinner in the city and a stroll on the beach alike.Available in sizes 0 to 12.
Ganni
Floral-Print Washed-Silk Wrap Dress
So comfy and stylish.Available in Danish sizes 34 to 42.
Musier Paris
Lola Dress
Polka dots—need we say more?Available in sizes 36 to 40.
Staud
Raft Lace-Up Linen-Blend Mini Dress
For those days when it's super warm.Available in sizes XS to L.
ASOS Curve
Mini Color Block Gingham Skater Sundress With Tie Front
Because gingham is back.Available in sizes 14 to 24.
Another vacation essential? A swimsuit cover-up. Shop our favorites.