Vacation Outfits for Curvy Girls: Confidence in Every Stitch

t’s time to toss out the antiquated notions of the past because in the year 2025 traveling is for everybody, especially curvy girls! I myself am a prime example that thick thighs and a larger cup size shouldn’t limit your travel experience, but rather enhance it. But like with anything, living in a larger body is what you make of it! That’s why The Chatty Coconut , the official Free Coconut Blog , (and me of course) are here to provide you with all of the curvy girl vacation outfit inspiration so that you can feel confident in every stitch.

Ladies, please repeat after me: EVERY BODY IS A BIKINI BODY. And then repeat that to yourself about 15 million more times, or however many you need until you believe it! In all honesty, it took me a lot of practice in order to feel 100% confident in a bikini and of course, there’s still those human moments where you wonder what your back rolls look like or if your cellulite is showing. However, it’s not always necessarily how you look in the bikini, but how wearing the bikini makes you feel. The goal is: confident, sexy, radiant, hot, beautiful, and glowy. With all of those positive and empowering buzzwords bouncing around your head, I promise the look will transcend to the outside and you will absolutely own it. Plus, bikinis and curves are like peanut butter and jelly—they are the perfect combination, and a total staple for women’s vacation travel outfit essentials .

Those beautiful braids and gorgeous gold oceanic hair accessories belong to none other than the owner of the Free Coconut brand , and my lovely boss, the one and only Stephanie Sade. She is a prime example that our curvy sisters deserve to feel confident from head to toe! And the key to confidence? Being inherently, openly, honestly, and authentically yourself. Your hair is just as much an extension of who you are as your outfit is, and deserves to look the part so that you fully embody the island-inspired fashion vibe. So whether you have beach waves and messy curls or box braids and bantu knots, know that you are always worthy and beautiful. After all, the Free Coconut lifestyle is about living young, wild, and free. Pair your hair accessories with travel-friendly jewelry for women or vacation-ready beauty essentials to feel the glow from inside out.

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: there is no creature more striking than a woman in a sundress, and your curves are just the cherry on top! Whether it’s flowy and breathable or body hugging and waist accentuating, I would bet all of the money in the world that you, my curvy sister-in-arms, look totally and utterly captivating. Sundresses are the definition of tropical travel outfits , the ultimate coastal getaway essential , and absolutely a resort wear must-have . Beaches are better in a sundress, sunset dinners are better in a sundress, and your curves are certainly better in a sundress, so ditch the overthinking (and the packing stress) by stuffing your suitcase full of them! They’re lightweight, versatile, and take up little space—exactly what you need for your vacation-ready wardrobe .

Without a shadow of a doubt, every time I wear overalls, I feel like a curvy Donna Sheridan. For those that aren’t pop-culture movie obsessed freaks like me, Donna is Meryl Streep’s character in Mamma Mia! She’s wild, untamed, adventurous, and filled with wanderlust like every woman oughta be. Donna is a mother, a business owner, a world-traveler, and does all of this with one pair of overalls at a time. She doesn’t care what anybody thinks, but she’s loyal to those she loves. Honestly, she’s my personal hero and instilled in me that overalls don’t have to be boring or understated, but rather a defining look in and of themselves. Any article of clothing that hugs my curves, has pockets, and is versatile enough to wear on a tropical hike or a beachside dinner gets the Free Coconut travel boutique stamp of approval. Overalls work seamlessly in hot weather packing lists , as part of easy outfits for warm weather , and even pair with graphic tees for vacation.

Watching the sunset with a cocktail in my hand and a mini dress on my body is probably what my version of heaven looks like. When it comes to beach bars, local haunts, and dance clubs, you want to not only look your best but feel your best as well. Trust me, I know what it’s like to be the curviest girl in the group. This also means you don’t necessarily have the luxury of sharing and exchanging clothes with your friends, so you'll need to have an arsenal of hot, sexy, ready-to-wear looks that are perfect for hitting the town. Think matching tank/skirt sets and mini dresses! All colors, patterns, textures, and textiles are valid when it comes to achieving that cocktail-hour-ready look. These pieces are women’s tropical travel outfits at their best and belong in every women’s travel capsule wardrobe . Pair your look with bags for hot weather destinations or tropical market bags for an effortlessly chic vibe.

As a curvy woman, I want to assure all of my curvy girls that I have never regretted booking the trip. I have flown from coast to coast, sailed to different countries, and seen a lot of what this big beautiful world has to offer. However, there is still so much more to experience. I was born curvy, I live curvy, and I'll probably die curvy, but I wouldn't have it any other way. I promise that you were born into a beautiful body, and I'll be damned if you let it stop you from seeing, experiencing, and doing all of the things you want in this life. So as I always say: book the plane ticket, pack the suitcase, and stamp the passport. Be a free (and curvy) coconut!

Happy Traveling!

XO,

Ava