Whether you're jetting off to a sunny beach in the Caribbean, exploring the misty cliffs of Ireland, or exploring the rugged Pacific Northwest coastline, coastal travel style is a category all its own.
Not all Coasts are Tropical, How to Match Your Coastal Style to Your Destination
At 1923 Main Street®, we know that packing for the coast isn’t just about tossing in a swimsuit and calling it a day. It’s about curating a wardrobe that reflects your destination’s climate, culture and vibe—without sacrificing comfort or style.
Let’s break it down: how coastal style differs from your typical city vacation (or even a Disney getaway), and how to build your perfect shoreline look, from fabrics and colors to layering pieces and graphic tees.
City vs. Coast: It’s a Vibe Shift
When you're packing for a city trip or a Disney vacation, you're often focused on versatility, movement and weather changes over long walking days. Maybe denim, athleisure and structured pieces come to mind so you can layer for days exploring art museums, park hopping, or indulging in foodie adventures.
But when it comes to the coast, your suitcase needs to shift gears.
Coastal travel style is about ease, texture and embracing the natural environment around you. Whether it’s breezy and balmy or misty and moody, coastal destinations call for styles that move with the wind and echo the tones of the sea, sand or cliffs.
The Staples of Coastal Travel Style
1. Light, Breathable Fabrics
2. Soft, Coastal Colors
Coastal destinations are nature's own neutral color palette. Your wardrobe should reflect the coastal colors of your region. Consider the following:
Our 1923 Main Street® coastal collection of graphic tees and hoodies often draws from these palettes, with colors designed to complement ocean horizons and shoreline sunsets of all shapes and sizes.
3. Comfortable Layers
Weather on the coast (any coast) can change with the wind (and often does). Be prepared for the inevitable and always bring:
Destination-Specific Coastal Style
Tropical or Warm Weather Beaches
For warm weather beaches, like the Bahamas, Florida, California, Maui, the South of France and so on, consider the following must-haves.
Pacific Northwest
Whether it’s the Oregon Coast or Vancouver Island, you’ll want to pack for a whole different style of coastline.
UK or Scandinavian Coastlines
The natural beauty and rugged terrain of these northern coasts beg for a little unique style of their own. Consider the following:
One Last Pro Tip: Dress with the Daydream in Mind
Coastal vacations aren’t just a break from the norm—they’re a mood. So your wardrobe should feel like vacation, even if you're just grabbing coffee before a morning paddle or reading by the dunes.
That’s why our 1923 Main Street® travel-themed shirts and sweatshirts are made to carry the feeling of travel with you, from beachside to
boardwalk. Designed with premium, lightweight fabrics and custom graphics inspired by wanderlust, they’re just as perfect for morning flights as they are for sunrise or sunset strolls.
Wherever your next coastal adventure takes you, let your style flow with the tides—effortless, elevated and endlessly inspired by the shoreline.
Check out our latest coastal-inspired travel gear to bring that breezy vibe wherever you go.
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Mike Belobradic and Amelia Belobradic
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