You guys, I’m headed to San Juan, Puerto Rico on TUESDAY.

Have you been?

This is my first beach vacation (sans the weekend getaways in the Hamptons during the summer in THREE years). I’ve heard great things so I’m pretty excited! I’m not sure if you’ve looked into going away during the holidays but ticket prices can be pretty expensive. We were debating on an all inclusive in the DR or Aruba, skiing in Killington, VT, or a weekend in Miami but ultimately we decided on Puerto Rico because of the beautiful beaches. YAY.

It’s been SO refreshing to shop for warm clothes and new swimsuits vs. chunky sweaters and heavy coats. Today I’ve rounded up a few new favorite items I’ll be packing:

I’ll be sure to pack my J.Crew Panama Hat. This was my ultimate summer weekend essential.

I definitely need a bright, pink lipstick for our nights out. I found MAC’s Candy Yum Yum Lipstick so that is for sure coming with.

Oversized sunglasses, duh.

Casual espadrilles.

I picked up two new bathing suits. I love this bright pink one from J.Crew but have you heard of the swimsuit brand, Zinke? I picked up this and this from their line and I’m obsessed.

Last but not least, need some surf spray from Bumble and Bumble.

Are you headed anywhere warm over the next week? I’m taking any and ALL recommendations for San Juan, so feel free to leave them below!! Xo. Lauren

J.Crew Denim Shorts // Stella McCartney Oversized Sunglasses // J.Crew Panama Hat // Vineyard Vines St. Barths Stripe Tote Bag // MAC Candy Yum Yum Lipstick // J.Crew Pink Bathing Suit // Revolve Clothing Dad’s Shirt Dress (I also love this) // The Vacationers by Emma Straub //Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray // Fujifilm Instax Mini Camera // Espadrilles

< images via Gray Malin >