{"id":18564,"date":"2016-03-15T16:00:58","date_gmt":"2016-03-15T16:00:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/?p=18564"},"modified":"2021-10-28T16:50:32","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T16:50:32","slug":"style-guide-maui","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/style-guide-maui\/","title":{"rendered":"Style guide: What to wear on Maui"},"content":{"rendered":"

Spoiler alert: You don\u2019t need to pack much for Maui<\/a> (or any Hawaiian island)! With a 75\u00b0F average and year-round sun, what to wear in the tropics is as easy as throwing a dress or an aloha shirt over your bathing suit.<\/p>\n

As a former overpacker, I used to spend way<\/em>\u00a0too much time agonizing over the right hat, dress, or shade of lip color for every getaway. After a three-hour stint attempting to select the \u201cright\u201d clothes, I\u2019d get frustrated, find the biggest suitcase in my home, and throw everything in. Fail.<\/p>\n

Yet, what to wear in Maui has never baffled me because the island has no fashion pretense or “scene-y” dress code. People wear what\u2019s comfortable\u2014I know a few locals who don\u2019t even own pants\u2014which is a testament to the Valley Isle\u2019s casual, come-as-you-are culture.<\/p>\n

After 20-something trips to Maui\u2019s sugary shores staying in every kind of lodging from basic beachside apartments to posh properties<\/a>, here\u2019s how I suggest you pack for Maui from top to\u00a0toe with style, speed, and savoir faire.<\/p>\n

Hat\u2028s<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ball caps for the beach or wide-brimmed hats for the pool work wonders at providing shade from Maui\u2019s constant rays. I usually pack both\u2014one for jogging or hiking, the other for lounging. Word to the wise: Consider a hat\u2019s fold-factor to avoid toting\u00a0extra things in transit that won\u2019t fit into your case (such as a structured straw hat). My biggest chapeau consideration, aside from fashion and function, is that it has to\u00a0fit in\u00a0my carry-on, which is why I favor caps with enough spring to handle being crushed in\u00a0my suitcase.<\/p>\n

What to pack: two\u00a0hats.<\/em><\/p>\n

Tops<\/strong><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re traveling for five days or two weeks, my top tropical-themed packing tricks are:
\n1) Pack more tops than bottoms (ladies: this rule applies to tops or dresses).
\n2) Four days of outfits yields enough mix-and-match potential for any length of trip.
\nSince you\u2019ll be in your bathing suit most of the time anyway, you\u2019ll only need a few tops to get you from your stay to the sand by day, and another set for nighttime outings. As a starting point, look at a long oversized button-up as a plane top that converts into a chic pool cover-up. Otherwise, a few tank tops and T-shirts are a sure “fit.” Men: In addition to the casual tops mentioned above, three short-sleeve, linen, or lightweight chambray dress shirts will suffice.<\/p>\n

What to pack: one\u00a0oversize button-up shirt for plane-to-pool, a few tank tops, and T-shirts (men: two or three dress shirts and T-shirts).<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n

\"What<\/p>\n

Dresses<\/strong><\/p>\n

Ladies: Dresses are the easiest garment to bring to the tropics because they’re an all-in-one outfit. For daywear, flowy frocks can be worn to breakfast, to the beach or pool, or out and about. When the sun dips down, opt for something cinched, structured, or sleeveless to amp the wow factor.<\/p>\n

What to pack: three\u00a0flowy frocks and three structured cocktail dresses.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Bottoms<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since the tops and\/or dresses you pack will do the heavy lifting wardrobe-wise, go light on the bottoms. A pair of casual denim shorts, a pair of sleek shorts (or skirt), and a pair of pants\u2014preferably the ones you wore on the plane\u2014are all you need. And yes, you did read that right; I only mentioned three bottoms. Remember: Your bathing suit will get the most mileage in Maui.<\/p>\n

What to pack: casual shorts, sleek shorts (or a skirt), and a pair of pants.<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n

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Viewfinder Tip: Once you\u2019ve selected what to pack, lay it out to see everything in context, do one final edit, and then place it into your suitcase as if you’re laying bricks.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Shoes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Flip-flops, or \u201cslippers\u201d as Hawaiians call them, are considered everyday footwear\u2014so common they can be worn to casual restaurants (unless you\u2019re headed to an upscale eatery in Wailea or Kapalua<\/a>). Shoes take up the most real estate in your suitcase, so edit, edit, and edit again when it comes to selecting the right pairs. Thankfully, flip-flops barely make a dent in your packing density, so bring two pairs. Otherwise, a gorgeous and multipurpose pair of neutral sandals are a solid “sole mate,” and if you want to hike or jog, throw in a set of sneakers (bonus points if you can wear them on the plane to save space in your bag).<\/p>\n

What to pack: one or two pairs of flip-flops and standout sandals (men: \u00a0opt for loafers, canvas espadrilles, or cotton slip-ons instead of sandals).<\/em><\/em><\/p>\n

Accessories \u2028<\/strong><\/p>\n

While I never suggest overpacking, feel free to go crazy with bathing suits because they are compact. Other than this, undergarments, belts, sunglasses, a scarf for AC, a wee amount of jewelry\u2014but never wear it in the water\u2014and toiletries round out the accessories you\u2019ll want to complement your top-to-bottom threads.<\/p>\n

What to pack: bathing suits, undergarments, belts, sunglasses, a scarf, jewelry, toiletries, and a good beach read.<\/em><\/p>\n

Et voil\u00e0! <\/em>You\u2019re ready to hop aboard the Pineapple Express without the packing stress.<\/p>\n

What garments do you pack for a tropical trip?<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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