From boardwalk to beach bar, a great beach maxi is breezy, packable, and quick to style. Here’s how to pick resort-ready pieces and switch them from sand to dinner.
Packable Fabrics
• Gauzy cotton and crinkle textures that hide wrinkles
• Rayon challis—cool, fluid, suitcase-friendly
• Quick-dry blends if you’ll wear it over swimwear
Cut & Details
• Adjustable straps or smocking for flexible fit
• Side slits for movement on sand
• Prints that disguise salt/water marks (tropical, geometric)
