Three Summer Travel Shirts I Always Pack

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For me, summer travel shirts need to be lightweight, comfortable, and versatile. Here are three categories of summer travel tops that I always pack for every destination!

Lightweight Neutral T-Shirt for Summer Travel Shirts

I always love packing a neutral, plain t-shirt along. It’s the best summer travel staple! I always take along a relatively inexpensive travel top for this that can be easily washed and dried. I personally prefer a white t-shirt because it pairs easily with everything from a midi skirt to linen pants to jeans to shorts.

Here are some great options:

This is my favorite basic v-neck t-shirt
A linen t-shirt is a nice variation that dresses up more easily
This one from Everlane is a little thicker with a great cut and is one I’m picking up for our summer travels
This rib-knit one from Old Navy is a fun texture
This tech t-shirt from REI has a nice drape, is inexpensive, and also wicks moisture – great for summer travel (I wish it came in white!)
Or a merino wool tee is perfect for travel since it’s odor resistant

Button-Down Shirt for Travel

A button down shirt is a classic for a reason. It’s perfect for so many occasions – dressing up, dressing down, tucking in, tying, wearing over a swimsuit, and on and on. It’s a staple travel top for summer travel!

This slim striped one is classic
I LOVE this cropped linen one in a fun color
This button up with tie sleeves is darling
Here’s a great basic gauzy one in lots of colors
I love this button up with ruffled sleeves
This relaxed-fit short sleeved one comes in lots of colors
A linen button down pairs with so many things

Stepped Up Tee or Casual Blouse for Summer Travel Tops

My 3rd top I always take when traveling is a slightly stepped up t-shirt or blouse that can either dress up or down. I love that it makes a pair of jeans look a bit more polished or can pair easily with a skirt, or that it can still be worn with shorts and sandals for a casual look.

I personally prefer to choose this in a print to add some interest and fun, but you could definitely still do a neutral for this if that’s more your style. Also, while a slight peplum style is cute, I prefer one that works well tucked and untucked. Versatility is key!

This casual pullover blouse in multiple patterns is adorable
The big flutter sleeves on this one are so fun
I love the gorgeous eyelet pattern on this one. I have a very similar one (that’s almost out of stock) and wear it all the time!
Love this cute, sustainably-made top
The geometric print on this one is so pretty
This lace cutout blouse is stunning