Booking a vacation is the fun part, but figuring out what to pack can be overwhelming. To make sure you have everything you need without overpacking or overspending, we shopped at Nordstrom and uncovered over 20 travel essentials you'll want for your next trip. From chic sandals to versatile dresses and comfy pants for the plane, no doubt you'll find plenty of options ahead. Keep scrolling to shop our best finds — you won't regret it.
This versatile Free People Le Femme Top ($98) is easy to mix and match with shorts or jeans.
You can dress up this Reformation Crimini Slipdress ($128) with heels by night or wear it with sandals in the day.
This lightweight Topshop Micro Crossbody Bag ($30) is so easy to carry.
This bestselling Reformation Rou Midi Fit & Flare Dress ($98) also has pockets.
We adore this Faithfull the Brand Edwina Polka Dot Minidress ($169).
These comfy Caslon Track Style Linen Pants ($59) are great for the plane.
You can't go wrong wearing these comfortable Adidas Stan Smith Sneakers ($60, originally $80) every day.
Get this Elan Off the Shoulder Ruffle Cover-Up Maxi Dress ($72) for your next tropical getaway.
These Vince Camuto Brittie Platform Espadrille Sandals ($110) come in several color choices.
These Agolde Parker Distressed Denim Shorts ($128) are great for hot weather.
This Mali + Lili Lucy North/South Vegan Leather Tote ($72) also comes in black and red.
If you take one statement piece, make it this Free People Moroccan Dream Plunge Neck Dress ($228).
The double zip on this Mansur Gavriel Lambskin Leather Crossbody Bag ($495) is so useful.
Rock this Astr the Label Versaille Sleeveless Wide Leg Jumpsuit ($138) with cute espadrilles.
Snag these popular Birkenstock Arizona Soft Footbed Sandals ($135) in the fun rose gold shade.
These Steve Madden Issy Slide Sandals ($82) come in so many color choices.
Stay cool in this L Space Doheny Cover-Up Jumpsuit ($130).
These classic Levi's Wedgie Icon Fit Ripped Straight Leg Jeans ($98) are always a solid pick.
Style this Free People Sophie Denim Side Top Crop Top ($98) with white shorts.
We adore the mix of colors on this Julia Jordan Ruffle Sleeve Maxi Dress ($119).
These Soludos 'Original Dali' Espadrille Slip-Ons ($42) will match with everything in your suitcase, and they're so easy to pack.
This Madewell Denim Jacket ($118) is great with skirts, dresses, and trousers.
Get these Tory Burch Metal Miller Flip Flops ($228) for the beach.
Turn heads in this Free People Let's Be Friends Midi Dress ($128).