The One Outfit That Will Last You An Entire Weekend
Summer is coming, and with it: vacation. And with vacation comes suitcase packing. And with suitcase packing comes an inevitable closet conundrum. How to continue to flaunt your fabulous and unique style when luggage space is so limited? There’s so much to love in your wardrobe, but only so many things you can jam into your duffel bag.
Enter the two-piece dress — or, as we like to call it, the wardrobe extender. Imagine if your favorite dress could magically halve itself, and lend its singular cuteness and flair to non-dress outfits. Such is the mystique of the dress set (or, if you’re shopping on a UK site, the co-ord) — it retains its stylish properties when united, or separated and distributed among other outfits.
While this powerful pair certainly simplifies packing, it’s not just for travel. It’ll work its multiplication wizardry in your day-to-day wardrobe, too, so we’re officially deeming it a can’t-live-without summer staple. Click on through to find the set that’s going to be by your side for vacations and staycations all season long.
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Stun in a vintage-inspired set that boasts of-the-moment details, like a cropped top and mesh fabrication.
Boohoo Lace Skirt Co-ord, $39, available at Boohoo
A print that reminds us of the agave plant is a surefire summer hit.
Lulus Trancoso Dusty Blue Floral Print Two-Piece Maxi Dress, $62, available at Lulus
We’d welcome this cheerful red print into our wardrobes, together or separately.
Eloquii Puff Sleeve Top, $34.95, available at Eloquii
Eloquii Floral Midi Skirt, $49.95, available at Eloquii
We’re obsessed with contrast stitching — and matching buttons! — on this white denim set.
Urban Outfitters Dinah Denim Button-Front Midi Skirt, $59, available at Urban Outfitters
Urban Outfitters Dinah Denim Button-Front Cropped Top, $39, available at Urban Outfitters
A breezy red set will make an impact at the beach, or anywhere you choose to take it this summer.
Beach Riot x Free People Sundown Skirt Set, $128, available at Free People
Crushin' on this citrus duo.
Angashion Floral Crop Top Maxi Skirt Set 2 Piece Outfit, $20.99, available at Amazon
Can’t you envision yourself dancing the night away in this happy floral set?
Glamorous Floral & Lace Tiered Two-Piece Dress, $69.97, available at Nordstrom Rack
A casual striped two-piece that will travel with you in style.
Oliver Bonas Travel Pink Stripe Knitted Midi Skirt, $66, available at Oliver Bonas
Oliver Bonas Travel Pink Stripe Knitted Cropped Top, $58, available at Oliver Bonas
A smocked top and swingin’ skirt in a cooling linen fabrication feels summer-y; the stylized black-and-white leaf print keeps it feeling evergreen.
Isolda Gathered Printed Linen Midi Skirt, $172, available at The Outnet
Isolda Ella Off-The-Shoulder Cropped Printed Linen Top, $96, available at The Outnet
You can walk on the wild while staying (strategically) covered with a beach-friendly set from Asos.
ASOS CURVE Tropical Animal Print Maxi Skirt, $28, available at ASOS
ASOS DESIGN Curve Tropical Animal Print Tie-Front Beach Top, $22, available at ASOS
Epitomize jewel tones with a shiny, emerald-colored set from Reformation.
Reformation Pete Two Piece, $248, available at Reformation
Ruffles lend a festive edge to a deep teal set that could go casual to formal with ease.
Ali + Jay A Girl Can Dream Two-Piece Ruffle Trim Dress, $148, available at Nordstrom
Keep it streamlined with a solid burgundy pencil skirt and cropped-top pair.
Francesca's Emilia Knit Pencil Skirt, $17.98, available at Francesca's
Francesca's Emilia Button Front Crop Top, $14.98, available at Francesca's
A knife-pleated skirt, fluttery sleeves, and a cheerful summer print — this Farrow set checks all of our style boxes.
Farrow Carine Smocked Top, $88, available at Need Supply
Farrow Ange Floral Skirt, $98, available at Need Supply
A lacy, sky-blue set that looks darling as ensemble will also pair easily with jeans or a tee.
LoveShackFancy Daisy crochet-trimmed cotton-voile top, $215, available at Net-A-Porter
LoveShackFancy Riviera tiered crochet-trimmed cotton-voile mini skirt, $265, available at Net-A-Porter
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