Packing for a holiday can sometimes feel like a military operation: on top of remembering the essentials you need (the lack of travelling in the last two years has made us a little forgetful), it’s important to strike a balance between those stand-out pieces you can’t wait to wear and the clothing essentials that will form the foundations of each outfit. Some people hate shopping for basics, finding them dull and unexciting, however thanks to the trend for elevated essentials that’s taken the fashion world by storm, now’s never been a better time for foundational pieces. Think lightweight shorts, luxurious tank tops, a cool sun hat and the right kind of swimsuit: we’ve rounded up nine basics you’ll love below.

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Linen draw-string shorts, €49; www.arket.com. 

Michal linen tank top in pink, Rag & Bone, €130, at Seagreen. 

Raffia hat with contrast band, €29.95, at Zara. 

Floral button swimsuit, €59, at & Other Stories.

Seersucker cami midi-dress, €52.80; www.warehousefashion.com. 

Classic Top flip-flop, €18; www.havaianas-store.com. 

Cat-eye tortoiseshell sunglasses, Ray Ban, €155, at Arnotts.

Mother of pearl button-up shirt, €325; www.woera.co.

White linen trousers, €19.99, at H&M.