Packing for a holiday can be stressful, but it doesn't have to be! The trick is to plan your outfits in advance, and make your separates work harder by mixing them up with other pieces. If you're travelling to Malta this spring, you can leave your coats behind, as weather from April onwards is glorious on the islands. Dresses are great as they're a whole outfit in one, so we've picked out a few that will see you through your stay. Bon Voyage!
1. Floral Midi Shirt Dress
This botanical print button-down dress from French Connection sets the palette for a stylish spring capsule wardrobe. Pair it with sneakers or sandals, and create a whole new look by wearing it unbuttoned over denim shorts and a plain white tee.
2. Comfy Trainers
The suede Gazelle Adidas sneaker is a classic. We love these dusty pink ones which will go with almost any outfit! They're great for all those hilly Valletta streets whilst being dressy enough to wear with more feminine pieces.
3. Smock Snake Print Dress
Snake print isn't going anywhere this season! This summery swing dress from River Island can take you from day to night. You can dress it up or down, with a pair of sparkly heels, or throw it on over a swimsuit if you're lucky enough to get a tanning day in!
4. Camo Utility Trousers
These camo-print trousers from New Look are not only bang-on trend, but they'd be perfect for all the sightseeing you're bound to get up to in Malta. Wear these for day-trips to the spectacular Neolithic Temples, or pair with heels and a slinky camisole for dinner in Spinola Bay.
5. Acid Wash Denim Jacket
This denim jacket from All Saints is an investment which will last you years! It's an essential that will definitely see you through your spring holiday to Malta, when the weather's not quite as hot as in summer, when soaring temperatures hit. Wear this to travel in and save valuable space in your hand-luggage.
6. Animal Print Tee
All holidays require a couple of basic tees! We're digging this animal print Bershka number, which is perfect for casual days exploring the islands. Pair with a pleated midi-skirt or camo trousers, and get bang on that print clashing trend!
7. Raffia Shoulder Bag
Straw and raffia bags have been carried over into 2019, and this Kurt Geiger chain bag is a little daintier than the rest. It's sure to dress up any outfit, and its perspex handle and silk scarf gives it a designer touch.
8. Seaside Dress
This gorgeous mini dress from And Other Stories is speckled with seashells and starfish, and '80s inspired chain print, which is going to be huge this year. White is also in right now, so you'll be ticking all the boxes as you wear it for a fancy lunch with a glass of chilled white wine in the seaside town of Marsaxlokk!
9. Set Of Four Drop-Earrings
What could be handier than a four-pack of earrings? We love every single pair in this H&M set, and the elegant colour palette will mix and match with all of your outfits. The only question is... which to choose?
10. Linen Striped Dress
There's nothing like a go-to day dress, and this striped linen number from Miss Selfridge is adorable. We'd pair it with a silk floral scarf tied into a headband, some colourful wooden bangles and a bright lip colour. This dress will be perfect for posing in front of traditional painted doors in the stunning old capital of Mdina!
11. Tan Rope Mid Heeled Sandals
These lace-up tan heels from Missguided are just the right height to keep you comfortable, and the right shade to go with just about all of your outfits! They can take you from day to night if you're planning on staying out all day, so you can wear them to the breath-taking Three Cities and wander around the pretty alleyways, before stopping for dinner at the marina.
12. Khaki Utility Mini Dress
This soft khaki belted dress from Topshop is perfect for a spring night out in Valletta's Strait Street. Its long sleeves will mean you won't have to bother with a jacket, and you can glam it right up with an oversized sequin clutch, some gold hoops and metallic strappy sandals. Don't forget the bronzer and some highlighter to make those sun kissed cheekbones pop!
Now go out and enjoy your holiday in style!