MCFÂ’s Top Ten Holiday Fashion Essentials

If you're lucky enough to be jetting off to a chilled-out beach resort somewhere tropical this year, you'll need MyCelebrityFashion's top ten holiday fashion essentials tucked safely in the depths of your suitcase.

We've been checking out all of our favourite retailers to see what affordable goodies they have to offer for the summer holiday season.

Packing for a vacation isn't easy, especially for us girls! First of all, there's the issue of how many to take, then there's the difficultly of trying to pack for all weather conditions (us Brits know better than to take off on our holidays without at least a light ) and when you add to that the small problem of suitcase weight allowance that the airline so kindly insists on, you've got yourself one hell of a nightmare!

We're here with the ultimate checklist for your summer holiday fashion essentials, so don't leave the country without them!

The first essential fashion item for any holiday (unless you're heading north to spend a week penguin spotting) is a trendy . Here at MyCelebrityFashion, we're starting to see more and more snaps of celebs in bikinis, to it's about time we took a leaf out of their book and started shopping for some sexy .
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rn and are great places to shop online for swimwear, as they offer a range of styles, designs and colours to suit every shape and taste. However, we stumbled across a gorgeous bikini at , the one-stop shop affordable designer wear.
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rnThis is a great find, as it's an absolute bargain at £16.50 and is perfect for the beach. White bikinis are just the thing for accentuating tanned skin and this one has pretty beading and sequin detail for added sparkle.
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If you're fair skinned, a white bikini is always a safe bet, as opting for colours paler than your skin tone makes you appear slightly more sun-kissed.
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rnOnce you've finished chilling out by the poolside and you fancy having a wander around the local shops, you'll need a lightweight cover-up to slip on over your bikini. This is incredibly versatile, as it will look great over your swimsuit, but can also be dressed up with and statement jewellery to make a classy evening outfit.
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rnNext up, you'll need a beach bag to carry all of your holiday essentials in. It's really no secret that we're huge fans of here on MCF and Paris Hilton, Lindsay Lohan and a whole load of other celebrities also love the brand.
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This is spacious enough to fit all of your beach basics in, from bottles of sun lotion to an extra large and, at just £30, it's affordable even for those of you on a budget.
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rnWhilst we're on the subject of beaches, you also need to think about getting yourself a hardwearing pair of or , as sand tends to get rather toasty in the heat of summer, and that's bad news for bare feet! These from will set you back £45, but that's a small price to pay for bang-on trend footwear.
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rnIf you're not a fan of gladiators like Nicole Richie and Mary-Kate Olsen, go for these for the same price at Faith instead. These lovely flip flops are definitely a holiday must-have, but they would also look fab teamed with and a back home in the UK.
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If you're more the adventurous type and have no intention of spending the majority of your holiday on the beach, you'll need something comfortable and cool to wear like this feminine , £50 from .
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rnNot only is this dress perfect for day trips and lunch dates, it's also a timeless frock that will remain in your wardrobe for years to come. Compliment this dress with jewellery, like this , £6 at for the boho-chic look that everyone's talking about.
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rnOnce the summer season is over, you'll be able to wear this hanky hem dress over or on a night out or on a shopping trip with the girls, so it really would be a rather good investment.
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Planning on partying from sunset to sunrise on your holiday this year? If so, this from is exactly what you need. This Grecian style number is fit for a goddess and will definitely turn a few heads this summer.
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rnIf you've got £28 to spare, spend it wisely on this gorgeous sequin trim dress for instant celebrity party style. Bright colours are a must for the holiday season, so leave your at home and get yourself this stunning frock in blue or pink.
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rnFor more casual evenings out, MCF loves these . They're £24.99 from and are ideal for all occasions.
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Their loose fit makes them ideal holidaywear, especially for those of you prone to sunburn. You really want to avoid clothes that cling on holiday, but these linen trousers make it simple to stay cool and look gorgeous.
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rnDress them down with a , or wear them on a warm evening with a printed kaftan or .
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rnGet yourself something nautical to complete your outfit, like this , £9.99 at and your holiday look is complete!
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Our final two holiday essentials are very important, so listen up! Sun lotion is an absolute necessity on any summer holiday, unless of course you actually enjoy looking like a lobster.
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rnProtect your skin with , £13.69 from Boots. Right now are running a great promotion and are offering customers buy one get one free on selected suncare. Make the most of this deal and stock up on your sunscreen today!
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rnNext, get yourself some stylish sunnies to complete all of your holiday outfits. Rayban Wayfarers seem to be a big hit in the celebrity world right now, especially with Kate Moss and Lauren Conrad. If you want the Real McCoy, check out these , £120 at the .
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That completes our top ten holiday fashion essentials here on MyCelebrityFashion, so make sure your suitcase is kitted out with all of these gorgeous items. Have a great holiday!