During a recent spa visit, I was lounging poolside and couldn’t help but notice that the sticky weather didn’t keep any of the guests from looking polished. Whether they were racing to a workout, sitting by the pool or sipping an iced tea, the look was chic, comfortable and most definitely fashion-forward.
If you’re heading to a spa before the temperatures drop and want to keep—and look—cool, now’s the perfect time to shop for the dozen items we’ve hand-selected. All are sustainably sourced, have a lower carbon footprint, reduce waste, support fair labor, conserve precious resources and look fabulous, too.
Prep for the pool
Pairing a bathing suit with a stylish cover-up will most definitely zhuzh up the walk from your room to the plunge pool, hot tub or sauna. Among our favorite duos: The Origin One-Piece from Outerknown ($128), a Malibu, California-based sustainability innovator, is as flattering as it is good for the earth as it’s made from 78% recycled polyamide, which transforms fishing nets, carpets and factory scraps into usable materials. To complete the look, top it with the brand’s regenerative organic certified cotton Lightweight Weekend Shirt ($128). To order, visit www.outerknown.com. We also love the eco-friendly Sidestroke Suit ($125) from Summersalt, which is also made of recycled polyamide, coupled with sustainable brand’s matte charmeuse Shirtdress Cover-Up ($95) that you can either button, belt or keep open to show off your suit. To order, visit www.summersalt.com.
Level up your (hiking) look
A tank top and shorts combo is always a win-win when you’re setting out on a warm weather hike. We love the GOTS-certified Organic Stretch Biker Short ($64) and Organic Motion Tank ($54) from Q for Quinn. To order visit www.qforquinn.com. Or pair Jungmaven’s stitched-in-LA hemp and organic cotton blended Cabana Shorts ($124) with the eco-conscious collection’s Fiesta Tank ($75). To order, visit www.jungmaven.com.
Add a chic hat to stay shady
To protect your head from the sun’s UV rays, a baseball cap will do the trick, but top your outfit with the handwoven natural raffia Tulum Bucket Hat from Vitamin A Swim ($120) and you’ll feel effortlessly polished. Made by women artisans in Madagascar, the hat is all you need to keep cool during extra-sunny days spent relaxing by the pool. To order, visit www.vitaminaswim.com.
Rethink those generic flip-flops
Slip into a pair of water-friendly Giza Big Buckle Sandals from Birkenstocks ($54.95) and you’ll glide right from the pool deck to the spa’s locker room—in style. The colorways are so fun that you’ll be the envy of everyone at the pool. To order, visit www.birkenstock.com.
Dress (up) for dinner
For an easy to pack dress that will take you right from your room to the dining room the Morva Midi Dress ($115) from Finisterre’s UK-based sustainable collection is a delight. Made of a soft and breathable blend of hemp and organic cotton, this A-line dress has adjustable straps that can be tied two ways to suit your style. To order, visit www.finisterre.com.
Prep for chilly nights
During the daylight hours, the spa might be steamy, but if you’re traveling to a destination that cools down at night, don’t forget to pack an extra layer. We think Patagonia’s Better Sweater Fleece Jacket ($169), made of 100% recycled polyester, is all you’ll need to stay cozy whether you’re doing late-night stargazing or spending the evening by the bonfire. To order, visit www.patagonia.com.
