Fashion Your Ultimate Spring Break Packing Checklist By Priya Rao Priya Rao Priya Rao is an NYC-based writer, editor, and podcast host. InStyle's editorial guidelines Updated on March 17, 2016 @ 08:00AM Pin Share Tweet Email Trending Videos Photo: Courtesy The middle of March doesn't just signal the changing of the seasons and warmer temperatures, but also a time to get away for some fun and sun. For those lucky enough to be heading somewhere tropical for Spring Break, make sure you have all the essentials on hand—and no, we don't mean just sunscreen. How to Tie a Trench Coat—Front and Back A flirty bikini is a must, as is a dress that can take you from the beach to seaside cocktails in a flash. And extras, like on-trend sunglasses, festive clutches, and sexy sandals, are the finishing touches that are flat-out mandatory. Ahead, your ultimate Spring Break packing checklist. 01 of 11 An Off-The-Shoulder Top Courtesy An off-the-shoulder top is the tantalizing new way to show skin. Tibi top, $295; tibi.com 02 of 11 Beach Pants Courtesy These lightweight striped pants feel like pajamas, but are sophisticated enough for a night out. Coolchange pants, $198; intermixonline.com 03 of 11 Flirty Bikini Courtesy This scalloped strapless bikini is equal parts preppy and sexy. Marysia bikini, $136; marysiaswim.com 04 of 11 Statement Sandals Courtesy We love how these black-and-gold sandals can go with any ensemble. Dune sandals, $85; asos.com 05 of 11 A Boho Blouse Courtesy Be breezy in an orange-embroidered white blouse that doubles as a cover-up. H&M, $20; hm.com 06 of 11 A Cozy T-Shirt Courtesy When you're covered in sand, the last thing you want to do is put on something pristine and pretty. The solution? Cozy, worn-in tees. Consider buying them in bulk. J. Crew tees, $45; jcrew.com 07 of 11 Chic Sunglasses Courtesy We like the idea of injecting a little color into our shades, and these ocean blue sunglasses are positively cool. Warby Parker sunglasses, $95; warbyparker.com 08 of 11 A Cool Beach Bag Courtesy Make a statement with a beach bag that reminds you of a pinata. Kayu tote, $125; kayudesign.com 09 of 11 A Festive Clutch Courtesy You very well can't take your beach bag out to the bar, so make sure to pack this pom pom-festoon piece. Antik Batik clutch, $225; net-a-porter.com 10 of 11 Denim Cut-offs Courtesy The high-waisted silhouette of these denim cut-offs feels utterly fresh. Madewell shorts, $75; madewell.com 11 of 11 A Tie-Dye Dress Courtesy Tie-dye is back in a major way for spring, so dabble in the trend with this saturated dress. Zara dress, $70; zara.com