10 Stylish Vacation Essentials You Need Right Now

Price: $122 (Originally $305)
Where to Buy It: BergdorfGoodman.com

Whether you're heading to the beach or the local pool this summer, why not pick up a fly pair of designer swim shorts. Trust us, It makes everything so much easier when it comes to styling yourself for any potential off-land excursions. There's no need to change out of an already nice looking pair of swim shorts when you take a dip. Our personal favorite right now are these Embroidered Nylon Swim Shorts from Stone Island. They feature the label's trademark Nylon Metal fabrics, which truly glisten in the sunlight and will make you one of the most stylish beach bums out there. These are deeply discounted right now, so get them while you can.

Price: $85
Where to Buy It: Bdgastore.com

Whether you rock with Birks, Suicokes, or Gucci flip-flops, you're going to need to pick up a solid pair of sandals or water shoes for a summer vacation. Personally, I'm someone who enjoys the orthopedic comforts that Crocs has historically blessed us with. And celebs like Questlove have proven to us that Crocs really are stylish. While you can always wear the tried and true classics, it's cool that Bodega offers this All-Terrain Atlas version that boasts a more rugged look compared to traditional Crocs. It also subtly reminds us of Crocs' popular collaborations with the Japanese label Beams. 

Price: $129
Where to Buy It: TheNorthFace.com

Vacation also means dealing with all the headaches that come with flying on airplanes. TSA agents, delayed flights, horrible seats, no leg-room, and more. So, why not make that experience a little easier with a carry-on bag that you can trust and also looks cool? Personally, one of our favorites is this classic Base Camp Duffel from The North Face. The XXL versions of these bags have been used on some of the biggest outdoor expeditions sponsored by The North Face since it was first released in1986. This bag is so iconic that Junya Watanabe even made a run of jackets out of them for a collaboration with The North Face in his Fall/Winter 2017 collection. It can be carried with a shoulder strap or even be worn as a backpack. There's even straps on the side that let you compress your luggage to make it fit any overhead. You can't go wrong with this classic. 

Price: $35
Where to Buy It: Urbanoutfitters.com

It seems like everyone is wearing sling bags or giant fanny packs ever since Uniqlo dropped those viral Round Mini shoulder bags. Thankfully, a fanny pack or large sling bag isn't just in-trend, but is truly a practical vacation item. You're certainly going to need a small bag to carry your film cameras, makeup, sunscreen, maps, or whatever else you need on your day-to-day travels. This Rothco Sling Bag currently available at Urban Outfitters should do the trick. It's nice that it has several pockets to help you keep all your daily vacation essentials organized. Plus, since Rothco is a family-owned label that's produced military gear and workwear since1953, you know it's a brand that's going to make something that lasts.

Price: $39 (Originally $45)
Where to Buy It: SSENSE.com

The absolute worst thing to deal with when you're on vacation is getting scammed when buying something as simple as a bottle of water. It's seems like almost every food vendor in any popular destination imaginable collectively decides to up charge unsuspecting tourists for a basic human need. To avoid paying a ridiculous amount of money for a disposable plastic water bottle, definitely pack a Nalgene with you before heading out on your next trip. This option from Carhartt WIP also boasts some dope graphics and is currently on sale at SSENSE. 

Price: $170
Where to Buy It: Bdgastre.com

While any hat will serve you well during a summer vacation, a bucket hat is your best bet. That's because these are easy to fold-up into a suitcase, fanny pack, tote bag, or backpack. There's no need to worry about the brim getting bent or going out of shape like fitted caps or baseball hats. This option from Kenzo is a great one that's currently in stock at Bodega. 

Price: $155
Where to Buy It: GolfLeFleur.com

We've all heard these stories from one of our friends before. They checked their luggage only to realize that they checked in a suitcase that looks exactly like a hundred others swiveling in a baggage carousel. Others might have accidentally left their carry-on in a food court or had their suitcases mysteriously go missing. A small detail to forget, but is absolutely necessary, is a proper luggage tag. You don't want to be that guy who lost his suitcase with no hope of ever finding it again. Right now, Tyler, the Creator's GOLF le FLEUR* line has these beautiful luggage tags made in collaboration with Globe-Trotter. The tags are constructed out of premium leather and boast an elegant gold buckle. 

Price: $61
Where to Buy It: Stockx.com

It's always nice to have your vacation essentials organized. Supreme has consistently released great travel organizers for the past couple years. This set from their Fall/Winter 2022 collection features three water resistant Cordura nylon pouches in small, medium, and large sizes. It's perfect for neatly holding passports, phone chargers, train tickets, and more.