Two types of travelers exist in this world: the overpacker who stuffs their whole life into a suitcase and the minimalist who carefully selects only the essentials. And if the former sounds a lot like how you pack for vacation (I feel you, my friend!), you've come to the right place. Because the one thing that'll kill the vibes of vacay is heavy luggage that drags you down from the moment you step off the plane. So, that’s where I come in to make packing a breeze for you and to elevate your out-of-office wardrobe (you don't have to sacrifice style for convenience!) with this vacation capsule I curated from Walmart.
Below, I’ve handpicked 12 fashion and beauty vacation essentials that'll have you looking effortlessly chic and feeling like the main character. With these versatile pieces, you can easily create five stylish outfits by mixing and matching. The capsule includes a one-piece swimsuit that doubles as a bodysuit, chic platform sandals that are surprisingly comfortable for all-day adventures, and beauty must-haves like tinted sunscreen and press-on falsies.
Now, let Styled by Cosmo take it from here! Your ultimate vacation wardrobe capsule awaits. All you gotta do is hit “add to cart”, pack, and enjoy!
Your ultimate Walmart vacation wardrobe capsule!
Neutrogena Purescreen+ Tinted Sunscreen for Face with SPF 30
OUTFIT 1
As much as I love my neutrals, something about wearing bright colors in the summer, especially on vacation, just feels right. This vibrant orange mini dress is bold, fun, and captures the essence of sunny days.
Time and Tru Time and Tru Adult Women's Gold Tone Flat Metal Hoop Earring
Neutrogena Purescreen+ Tinted Sunscreen for Face with SPF 30
OUTFIT 2
I found the perfect, flowy skirt that pairs beautifully with this one-piece swimsuit, which can also double as a bodysuit for daytime wear. It's essentially a stylish two-piece set!
Neutrogena Purescreen+ Tinted Sunscreen for Face with SPF 30
OUTFIT 3
Yellow is a summer holy grail. This maxi dress, featuring adjustable straps and a trendy corset-style bodice, also includes two side pockets to hold your small necessities.
Neutrogena Purescreen+ Tinted Sunscreen for Face with SPF 30
OUTFIT 4
You can’t go wrong with the good ole bodysuit and shorts combo! It checks off the “comfortable” and “cute” boxes easily. Plus, the gingham shoulder bag and gold hoops add some flair to this simple look.
Neutrogena Purescreen+ Tinted Sunscreen for Face with SPF 30
OUTFIT 5
Pair those same jean shorts with this cool white tee for a fresh and airy vibe. The versatility is unmatched.
Neutrogena Purescreen+ Tinted Sunscreen for Face with SPF 30
Megan Uy is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, where she searches for the best products in all things fashion, home, beauty, sex, gifts, and more, so you don’t have to. When she’s not writing for the site, she’s whipping up some cool and trendy content for the fashion section of the print magazine. She’s been with the brand since 2019 (when she was an itty-bitty editorial fellow), and she's also written for Delish, House Beautiful, and People. Follow her on Instagram to get some BTS of the editor life and chaotic NYC content. Also, feel free to hit her up if you ever wanna discuss the madness that is TikTok.
