Let’s be clear about something: packing for any trip is hard. But packing for your honeymoon? That can feel nearly impossible. How do you strike just the right balance between cute, comfy, and practical—not to mention pieces that won’t make you think “What am I wearing!?!” when you look back on your photos decades from now? That said, when you break your packing list down into a few different categories, things get MUCH easier. After all, no matter where you and your newly-minted spouse are off to, you’re going to want to bring along a romantic dress or two, sight-seeing sneakers, and a seriously cute pair of pajamas (now is not the time to bring along your high school gym shirt!). Read on to discover the 10 pieces that every bride should have in her honeymoon getaway bag, and shop a few of our favorites of the moment.
You don’t need to bring along your fanciest frock, but you should have at least one romantic dress (or skirt, or figure-hugging pair of pants) packed along with you to slip on in the evenings for candlelit dinners out. Bonus points if the style is something you can also rock during the day!
Photography | Esther Sun Photography
Even if you aren’t jetting off to somewhere tropical for your honeymoon, a cute suit or two should always be stashed in your suitcase.
Pro tip: A cute one-piece will look great on the beach on it’s own, layered under cover-ups at the bar or even making the steam-room circuit at the spa. It’s a total honeymoon-must!
A bag is the last thing you want to be worrying about while you and your new hubby or wife are out exploring, so go for a hands-free style like this cross-body from & Other Stories. And because this style is black and features minimal detailing, it will style seamlessly across any occasion on your itinerary.
& Other Stories Leather Fold Over Crossbody Bag
Though you’ll definitely want to pack a few special pieces for romantic evenings out, the majority of what you bring along should transition from day to night without a second thought. Go for flippy dresses or relaxed trousers that can be dressed up with a pair of heels and some red lipstick, and down with those trusty, wear-everywhere sneakers.
& Other Stories Gathered Maxi Dress
Your honeymoon is not the time to pack that killer pair of 6-inch heels you keep stashed in the back of your closet. Instead, bring along a pair that you’ll have no problem walking to dinner and back in—wedges, espadrilles, and low block heels should do the trick nicely.
Castañer Carina 60 Canvas Wedge Espadrilles
This is a no-brainer for any vacation, but seeing it’s your honeymoon, we’d suggest investing in a fresh new pair of sneakers (just don’t forget to break them in before you jet off!)
SUPERGA 2790 PLATFORM SNEAKERS
Looking chic while traveling is a skill that takes years to master, but having a go-to airport outfit definitely is a great place to start. So swap out your old leggings and sweater for styles with elevated fashion-forward details.
Though your trendy ultra-thin or wildly-tinted sunglasses are certainty cute, you’re going to want to bring along something a little bit more classic on your honeymoon. This pair from Illesteva are sure to still hold up when you look back on honeymoon photos years from now.
Illesteva Leonard Round-Frame Acetate Sunglasses
Besides having a failsafe outfit formula, the right luggage makes a world of difference when it comes to traveling in style. A hard-sided suitcase—which makes organization a breeze for even the worst over-packers—and a classic carryall will be your trusty travel companion for years to come.
CALPAK x Jen Atkin Medium Suitcase
Longchamp Large Le Pilage Tote
It bears repeating that your honeymoon is definitely not the time to shove your ratty, decade-old t-shirt and sweats into your suitcase. Instead, opt for something sweet and classic like this set from Rails. We promise it’s just as comfortable (and will make morning snuggle sessions even cuter).