What’s your Spring Break vibe this year? Maybe you’re hopping on a plane and heading somewhere tropical to enjoy a little sand, sun, and surf. Or, maybe you and your besties are all piling into your car and hitting the road for a wintery getaway, complete with snow angels and fireside hangs. Even if you’re simply planning a relaxing staycation at home (which can sometimes be the *best* way to spend the week, IMO), it’s all about preparation and packing the right things.
From vacay-ready fits to binge-worthy books, we’re breaking down everything you need to bring — including our new fave lip plumping gloss from Maybelline to complete your Spring Break beauty looks — with the ultimate college Spring Break packing list. That way, you can worry less about what’s in your suitcase and spend more time having fun!
BEAUTY BAG
Makeup
- An intense lip plumping gloss with chili pepper and Maxi-Lip™ that delivers an intense heated sensation & lasting plump effect
- A travel-friendly eyeshadow palette
- Liquid blush for that sunkissed glow (without the sun)
- A hydrating concealer that gives you up to 12 hours of moisturizing wear crease-resistant coverage
- 4-in-1 makeup for a perfected glow look that primes, conceals, highlights, and evens skin tone with light coverage (so you can get out the door faster in the morning)
- A shimmery bronzer to warm up your complexion
- An ultra-fine eyebrow pencil to give you filled, natural-looking brows
- A setting spray to lock in your look
- A full-volume and limitless-length mascara for impact from every angle
- An ink pen eyeliner that withstands it all — waterproof, smudge-, fade-, and flake-resistant
- Brushes and a beauty blender (and any other tools you use to apply your makeup!)
Skincare
- A lightweight moisturizer to combat that post-plane dryness
- Sunscreen (aim for SPF 30 or higher!)
- A gentle cleanser to wash away sweat, dirt, and more
- Pimple patches to stop blemishes in their tracks
- Face masks for those relaxation days
- A lip mask to keep your pout hydrated
- A gentle micellar cleansing water that can remove even the most stubborn waterproof mascara
- Reusable cotton pads to make your skincare routine more sustainable
ETC.
- Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash
- Dry shampoo to keep your vacay hair looking flawless in between washes
- Deodorant
- Toothbrush and toothpaste
- Razor and shaving cream
- Hairbrush
- Hairstyling tools (i.e. hairdryer and curling iron for those beach waves)
- Hair ties
- Tweezers to tame your brows or deal with boardwalk splinters
- A mini first-aid kit
- Feminine hygiene products (even if it’s not your time of the month, it can’t hurt to have supplies on hand for your besties)
CLOTHES
WARM WEATHER DESTINATIONS
- Casual and going-out dresses
- A breezy matching set
- Crop tops and graphic tees
- A lightweight sweater or hoodie (for chillier nights)
- Mini and midi skirts
- Denim shorts
- Bathing suits
- Beach coverups
- Loungewear
- Comfy slides (for chilling by the pool or on the sand)
- Platform heels (so you can look good without hurting your feet on nights out)
- Neutral sneakers
- A beach-ready tote bag
- A chic clutch (to hold your going-out essentials)
- A wide-brim hat
- A baseball cap
COLD WEATHER DESTINATIONS
- A warm coat or jacket
- Snow gear for skiing, sledding, or snowboarding
- Fleece-lined leggings (trust me. these are a game changer)
- Cozy slippers
- Jeans or trousers
- Knee-high boots (that you can dress up or down)
- Basic long-sleeve tees
- Chunky knit sweaters or cardigans
- A sweaterdress (for fancier occasions)
- Flannel PJs
- A matching knit set
- Extra-warm socks (bonus points if they’re fuzzy)
- Beanies or earmuffs
- Texting gloves (because cold hands can wait, but spilling tea in the group chat can’t)
TOTE Bag
- Ticket(s) (for traveling and any events you’re attending)
- Cell phone
- ID (if you’re staying within the U.S., use your driver’s license, or if you’re traveling abroad, your passport!)
- Sunglasses
- Medications
- Gum
- Wallet (keep some cash on you in case you run into any issues with your cards)
- Snacks
- Reusable water bottle (make sure it’s empty if you’re going through airport security!)
- Antibacterial gel
- Headphones
Miscellaneous
- Beach towel
- Disposable camera (so you don’t have to worry about your phone or nice camera getting sandy or wet!)
- Chargers (get a cheap portable phone charger for long days at the beach or while you’re en route)
- A good beach or fireside read
- Koozies (may you always have a cool—and cute!—drink in your hand)
- Plastic bag or waterproof pouch for your wet swimsuit
- Corkscrew
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