Gingham dresses were made for the country. Pair this sweet black and white pattern style with a pop-colored flat for an unexpected twist.
Silk gingham dress, Rochas, price available upon request, stylebop.com.
Leave all of your baggage in the city and pack light for the country. A raffia or straw clutch will lighten the load.
Woven raffia clutch, Hat Attack, $39, barneys.com.
Spunk up your espadrilles from your typical natural-colored style to these sassy red boat-print style that stays true to your getaway theme.
Printed espadrille sandals, $55, piperlime.com.
Packing easy breezey pieces are key to vacationing in a low-key setting.
Floral shirtdress, SUNO, $297, lagarconne.com.
Top a girly dress with a tough vest for a little city-meets-country feel.
Denim vest, Delia’s, $30, delias.com.
Play-up this picnic motif in a retro-styled one-piece by the lakeside.
Gingham one-piece swimsuit, Target, $30, target.com.
A knee-length short can go from lounging to trekking on a little outdoor adventure.
Bermuda denim shorts, Rock & Republic, $30, kohls.com.
A printed dress will do all the work, no accessories needed.
‘Caspian; floral dress, Ralph Lauren Denim & Supply, $121, farfetch.com.
The perfect weekender should carry you through the entire trip –– from packing, to swimming and lunching with the ladies.
“Last Straw” tote, Kate Spade, $148, couture.zappos.com.
Leave the heavy sneakers at home and opt for a naturally cool striped summer espadrille.
Striped espadrille, Soludos, $36, shopbop.com.
Be sure to pack a piece that can work for fancier outings like a day at the vineyards or dinner. Even when paired with sensible flat you’ll still appear polished.
Floral dress, Max Mara Studio, $264, farfetch.com.
Who says overalls are for kids? With a flowy blouse and your wedged esparilles these “shortalls” make the chicest country get-up.
Shortalls, Current/Elliot, $298, netaporter.com.
Spend less time thinking about what to wear by packing a few great dresses. Throw on one and you’re done!
Floral flutter sleeve dress, Dorothy Perkins, $29, dorothyperkins.com.