16 Out-of-Office Staples to Pack for August Getaways
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Once a week, we ask our editors to share the items they've been loving or lusting after—whether it's a new skincare product we're dying to try or a travel essential we can't live without. Consider " The Weekly Covet " your editor-approved wish list for beauty, travel, fashion, and everything in between.
1) Alex Mill The Perfect Weekday Tote
"Maybe everyone already knows about this one, but I received a giant-sized Alex Mill weekend tote for Christmas. Thank you, Helen! I put my dog in there on the bus, and it's perfect for weekend trips (Poppy, unfortunately has to walk)." — Dorothy Scarborough, Editorial Assistant
2) Celandine Cotton Flouncy Romper
"What better activity to do while OOO than spend a day at the beach? I found this romper from Anthropologie and it's the perfect piece to throw on over my bathing suit while also feeling put together. I love how I can wear it to the beach or style it as an outfit for the summer time." — Bella Caliendo, Fashion Assistant
3) Andie Swim The Malibu One Piece
"I've extolled the virtues of this Andie Swim one piece before, but the style remains a staple of my summer travel wardrobe. Not only does it give you coverage flexibility for swimmer (show as much or as little cleavage as you like) but it also works as a handy bodysuit if getting into the pool isn't on your itinerary." — Lauren Hubbard, Contributor
4) Mark & Graham Clear Pouch
"I'm obsessed with these monogrammed clear pouches—for sunscreen, for cosmetics, for wet bathing suits. They're cute and multipurpose, especially for a beach day." — Danielle Stein Chizzik, Deputy Editor
5) Loewe Slit Pochette Bag in Raffia and Calfskin
"Summer vacation calls for the perfect summer bag, and I have been obsessed with this Loewe raffia crossbody since I bought it in Paris last summer." — Emily Burack, Deputy Digital Editor
6) IZIPIZI Round Pantos Sunglasses
"I'm nuts about my Izipizi sunglasses. They're flexible (no snapping!), lightweight (no sore nose!), and smart looking (at least I think so!), and have been practically the only shades I've wanted to wear all summer long." — Adam Rathe, Senior Features Director
7) ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing UV Lock Sun Cushion
"Forget the sun stick. It's all about sun cushions now. The latest in Korean SPF excellence comes in the form a compact so you can apply sunscreen with a sponge (no mess!). Two things I love most about these: they have magical cooling and blurring effects, meaning sometimes I can forgo the makeup entirely." — Leena Kim, Senior Editor
8) Save The Duck Ademir Swim Trunks
"When I'm on Fire Island and stopping by the Blue Whale for tea, I like having a pair of swim trunks that can easily double as daywear. I can throw an oxford on with these, and they just look like shorts." — Maxwell Losgar, Senior Entertainment Editor
9) Loving Tan 10 MIN Express Self-Tanning Smoothing Body Mask
"My OOO vacation prep typically includes some kind of self-tanning, especially in the summer. I just got this Loving Tan express 10 minute body mask and it's the easiest self tanner out there (trust me I've tried them all) that also looks good!" — Tess Donlevie, Senior Designer
10) Levi's 501® '90s Women's Jeans
"The Levi's 501 is my go-to pair of jeans. It's a true classic that never goes out of style, and I find myself reaching for them year after year. I love the vintage-inspired straight-leg fit because it works with almost everything in my closet. I can wear them with a blazer and loafers for work or dress them down with a tank top and sandals on the weekend." — Dania Lucero Ortiz, Fashion & Accessories Director
11) Heretic Dirty Peach
"This perfume smells like an actual juicy ripe sun-warmed summer peach and not fake or candy like when first sprayed. After an hour or two it turns into a very close-to-the-skin, faint woody-citrus scent making it a fun wear!" — Chiun Lee, Design Director
12) Bared Footwear Turnstone Sandals
"If you're heading to Europe this summer, a comfortable pair of walking sandals is essential. These are those walking sandals. Designed by a podiatrist, the chunky silhouette has a specially cushioned footbed that reduces pressure in the ball of the foot and heel, and provides arch support with each step. And they're stylish to boot. Definitely not an eye sore. Honestly, they're the kind of shoes you won't be dying to rip off your feet by the end of the day." —Sophie Dweck, Shopping Editor
13) Eberjey x The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection Inez Washable Silk Printed Short PJ Set
" I love packing a cute pajama set when I'm out of the office because it instantly puts me in vacation mode. The wave-inspired print on this Eberjey x Ritz Carlton silk set feels right at home by the water. Made from 100 percent washable mulberry silk, it's lightweight, breathable, and naturally temperature-regulating, so I stay comfortable on warm summer nights." —Carly Witteman, Associate Fashion Editor
14) Simone Pérèle Harmony Legging - Black
"At home, I tend to live in leggings. I love this pair because they're breathable with a few extra design details that make me feel a little fancy when I'm being lazy." — Rachel King, News Writer
15) With Nothing Underneath The Weekend
"When I am out of office my main priority is style without fuss. Inevitably that means a good button down is going to be doing the heavy lifting. I am a huge fan of With Nothing Underneath, and this perfectly preppy seersucker patchwork piece has all the airy goodness you could want for these yummy August days ahead. If you spot me at the beach, I'll have this in tow, if not on my person." — Roxanne Adamiyatt, Digital Style Director
16) Emme Parsons Cecilia Sandals
"I own these sandals in a perfect cerulean blue and recently brought them along on a trip to Italy. All I can say is, they were such a hit I think my out of office wardrobe surely needs another pair. Maybe in a punchy silver? The perfect contrast to a tan! And easily dressy without taking up space in a carry-on. All of which to say: I love these shoes." — Roxanne Adamiyatt, Digital Style Director
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