The recent Netflix release of People We Meet on Vacation — the adaptation of Emily Henry’s beloved novel — quietly reignited interest in vacation style. Or at least, it did for me. There was something refreshing about watching a wardrobe unfold on screen that felt as effortless as it was beautiful. Nothing overly styled. Nothing performative. Just clothes that made sense for the life being lived. If Poppy Wright wore ViX, these are the pieces I imagine she’d pack in her suitcase.

Swimwear, Naturally

In the film, Poppy narrates how travel allows you to slip into a slightly different version of yourself. Swimwear, in that way, becomes more than what you wear to the beach. It’s a mindset. And of course, the movie opens with her in one. You can never underestimate the power of a great swimsuit. 

For Poppy, I would lean to ViX swimwear that feels intuitive for her. Vintage-inspired, clean lines, flattering cuts, and silhouettes that don’t ask for too much adjustment. The kind you reach for instinctively each morning, whether you’re headed to the sea or lingering poolside a little longer than planned. Minimal, confident, and designed to let the sun do its thing. After all, Poppy dresses for the fantasy and the persona of vacation. 

Statement Dresses (Just Enough)

One of the delightful aspects of the film’s wardrobe is how it evolves with Poppy — from bold, playful pieces to romantic, destination‑inspired looks. Each dress, each moment, is a visual bookmark of where she is — geographically and emotionally.

Vacation style, at its best, walks that line: intentional but not fussy. Resort‑ready dresses that feel modern without being overdone. They have presence — in silhouette, in color, or in the way they catch the light — but never put on airs. These are the dresses that live on sandy streets at sunset, over late lunches with a spritz in hand, and into seaside dinners beneath linen canopies. They’re the bits of wardrobe that feel like you, just elevated.

Accessories That Tell a Story

According to costume designer Colin Wilkes, Poppy is a style chameleon. Her looks range from free-spirited to refined — and her choice in accessories reflect that balance. A lot of Poppy’s styling was informed by discovery — pieces sourced from artisan markets and vintage shops that could have been collected across years of travel. That sense of found style — rather than acquired trend — is central to her aesthetic.

These are the accessories that tell stories: a shell necklace that feels like a souvenir from a hidden cove; a raffia tote large enough for sunscreen, a paperback, and sunglasses; a sarong that doubles as a headscarf when the sun hits just right. It’s a mood that aligns with broader vacation fashion trends editors are spotlighting — woven baskets, layered jewelry, and beach‑inspired pieces that feel both personal and rooted in place.

Accessories like these don’t distract whether new or found— they complete a look.

The Takeaway

Vacation style might inspire you to slip into a different version of yourself, but I think in the process it’s about becoming more yourself. Relaxed. Considered. Quietly confident. Shop ViX swim and resort wear designed for wherever your next journey unfolds.