Beach Style Capsule: 10 Pieces, Infinite Outfits

The 10 pieces

1. Linen camp shirt

2. Oxford or knitted polo

3. Breton stripe tee

4. Lightweight terry crew/hoodie

5. Swim trunks (mid-thigh)

6. Quick-dry casual shorts

7. Straight chinos (stone or sand)

8. Packable windbreaker or linen overshirt

9. Canvas sneakers

10. Leather slides or espadrilles

Palette & fabrics

• Colors: Sand, shell, sea-green, navy, white, dune. One accent max (faded red or sun-yellow).

• Fabrics: Linen, oxford cotton, fine terry, seersucker, recycled nylon for quick-dry shorts.

Outfit formulas

• Beach day: Breton tee + trunks + slides + straw hat.

• Boardwalk café: Linen camp shirt + quick-dry shorts + espadrilles.

• Sunset dinner: Knit polo + stone chinos + loafers/espadrilles + slim watch.

• Travel to coast: Oxford (open collar) + chinos + canvas sneakers; swap to trunks on arrival.

Accessories that earn their spot

Straw hat or brim cap • Polarized sunnies • Woven belt • Canvas tote or rattan bag • Lightweight scarf for breeze.

Fit & care (quick wins)

Relaxed-tailored, not oversized. Shorts mid-thigh. Steam linen; don’t over-wash. Shade-dry to keep colors soft.