Beach or Island Style for Women

A sexy island outfit isn't neccesarily in tropical colors.

Traveling somewhere sandy doesn't mean you have to lose your chic style. There are many fashionable and functional outfit ideas that are great for your next island vacation. Sundresses that transition from day to night, bathing suits that you can build on, and shoes that are beach appropriate are easy to achieve.

Bathing Suit Outfits

A sheer low cut sheath dress transforms a bathing suit into an outfit.

Why hide a perfectly good bathing suit on a deck chair to dry when you can show it off, at least bits of it, under a complementary piece? A sheer sari style dress with a low cut neckline is great for this look. A sari packs easily, is wrinkle resistant and once you throw it on over your bathing suit -- an outfit in itself.
Put a chambray shirt and a pair of white cotton shorts over your bright bathing suit and leave the shirt open for a pop of color. If you want to bump up the style quotient, add a bit of bright fuchsia or coral lipstick which will look better than ever on your island tanned skin.

Sundresses for Day or Night

Sundresses work for both day and evening attire at the beach.

When traveling to island locations, you want to pack lightly, so bring items of clothes that are multipurpose. A wrap-style sundress with flip-flops is a great choice for running around during the day. Change into a pair of wedge heels, add jewelry, and a bit of make-up and your sunny day attire has instantly transformed into a sultry evening look.

Fashionable Sandals

Cork wedge sandals are a beautiful alternative to flip-flops.

Don't restrict yourself to flip-flops just because there is a beach around. A strappy wedge shoe is a great way to avoid a pointed heel and a great way to add height.
Gladiator sandals are highly fashionable and add an element of chic to even the simplest sundress.
T-strap sandals come in every color and print under the sun these days. An animal print or vacation color such as coral or turquoise are great choices for adding a subtle style element to almost any resort inspired outfit. A pair of cuffed khaki's, cutoff jean shorts and jersey dresses all look great with T-strap sandals.

Stylish Accessories for Sunny Locations

In terms of accessories, the island trip basics are a big raffia sun hat, dark, over sized sunglasses, a statement jewelry piece made out of colorful beading, and bangle bracelets.

Resources

• Glamourmagazine.uk.com: New Season Bags and Shoes
• InStyle.com: Spring Accessories 2013
• HarpersBazaar.com: Fabulous at Every Age - Resort Wear