Road Trip Packing Essentials from Old Navy
Lean on These Fashion Essentials If You're Packing Light For a Road Trip
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Whether you live in a big city or small town, love big outdoor adventures or low-key leisurely activities, or favor the beach or the mountains, there's one commonality when it comes to summer — the road trip! Wherever you're headed and whomever with — family, friends, both?! — road trips are a beloved pastime that invariably promotes deep bonding and lifelong memories.
A few fun facts! On average, an American family will spend nearly 23 hours on road trips per summer, and last August, Americans drove 2.1 billion miles, according to the Federal Highway Administration. Road trips are consistently the most popular type of travel year-over-year, and a record 42 million people hit the road last Fourth of July weekend, according to AAA.
As one of the most time-honored and choice traveling experiences, one drawback remains — rising gas prices which can give travelers pause about taking the open road. That's where Old Navy comes in. In addition to a robust assortment of packing essentials for any road trip in the brand's Vacation Shop, the iconic American retailer is giving away free gas in popular destination spots in five states to power family road trips leading up to the July 4 weekend.
Yes, you read that right. Old Navy is filling up tanks to help Americans celebrate the nation's birthday during the summer's busiest travel weekend. Here's how it works:
In the week leading up to July 4, Old Navy will aid road trippers by taking over five RaceTrac gas stations in Orlando, Dallas, Nashville, Atlanta, and New Orleans and surprising and delighting social fans with gas cards. (Click here to learn more about how you can score one.)
So, whether you're beach-bound, escaping to a resort, exploring a new city, or hitting tons of stops on an epic journey, scroll to shop all the packing essentials you'll need. Then, *hopefully*, you'll be one of the lucky recipients to score a tank of gas courtesy of Old Navy. Hit the road!
Packing For: The Beach
Breezy pieces, like this Old Navy Short-Sleeve Textured V-Neck Top ($35) are a must-have at the beach, whether for around town or over swimwear.
Packing For: The Beach
This Old Navy Sleeveless Shirred Maxi Dress ($40) is the ultimate non-clingy silhouette we love on balmy days.
Packing For: The Beach
Chic sun protection in the form of this Old Navy Frayed Canvas Bucket Hat ($20)? Yes, please.
Packing For: The Beach
A matching set makes life at the beach a total breeze. Start with these Old Navy High-Waisted Playa Soft-Spun Shorts ($27) and don't forget the matching top.
Packing For: The Beach
Swimwear is obviously a beach essential. Go the modern classic route with this Old Navy Pucker One-Shoulder One-Piece Swimsuit ($40).
Packing For: The Resort
This swingy Old Navy Braided-Strap Tiered Mini Swing Dress ($35) is a resortwear hero piece — toss it on over swimwear or style it with sandals and a clutch for dinner.
Packing For: The Resort
What's a resort stay without a two-piece, starting with this Old Navy Scoop-Neck Bikini Swim Top ($15)?
Packing For: The Resort
This Old Navy Fitted Asymmetrical Smocked Cami Top ($30) makes meals at the resort effortlessly stylish — just add bottoms, be it denim shorts, linen trousers, or a printed skirt.
Packing For: The Resort
Stripes and linen make for quintessental resort attire. So, naturally, these Old Navy Matching High-Waisted Striped Linen-Blend Shorts ($15) are a must.
Packing For: The Resort
This Old Navy Small Straw Clutch Purse ($19) is the perfect summer accessory for dinner attire.
Packing For: The City
Sleek yet simple, this Old Navy Fitted High-Neck Rib-Knit Maxi Dress ($45) epitomizes summer-in-the-city effortlessness.
Packing For: The City
A crisp cotton button-down, like this Old Navy Striped Cropped Utility Boyfriend Shirt ($37) is city perfection — wear it open over a tank or loosely secured with just a few buttons.
Packing For: The City
These Old Navy Faux-Leather Kitten-Heel Thong Mule Sandals ($35) are a comfy and elevated option for meals and nights out.
Packing For: The City
This Old Navy Double-Breasted Linen-Blend Blazer ($65) is the ultimate summer layer for sleek city venues.
Packing For: The City
Pair this slinky Old Navy Satin Midi Slip Skirt ($40) with a simple tank and heels for an easy yet elegant summer evening look.
Packing For: The Multi-City Trip
For an epic multi-stop road trip, lean into Americana style wholeheartedly, starting with this Old Navy Sleeveless Vintage A-Line Mini Shift Dress ($37).
Packing For: The Multi-City Trip
This Old Navy Classic White Jean Jacket ($45) is another summer classic.
Packing For: The Multi-City Trip
A little retro, a little sport, these Old Navy Mid-Rise Dolphin-Hem Mesh Performance Shorts ($20) are giving us comfy varsity vibes.
Packing For: The Multi-City Trip
This Old Navy Cropped Tube Top ($15) is the easiest top to throw on with literally everything: loose trousers, shorts, skirts, shorts, you get it.
Packing For: The Multi-City Trip
What's more iconic that a true-blue Old Navy High-Waisted OG Straight Mini Jean Skirt ($)?
