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We flew down to some of Puerto Rico’s most beautiful locations for our summer photoshoot. We shot our Aerie models, real store associates and gymnast & activist Aly Raisman. Here are some tropi-cool travel style tips from Aerie stylist Erin Rittling, plus the behind-the-scenes scoop on our shoot locations from our VP of Creative Design, Summer Daughenbaugh.
SWIM-TO-STREET
We shot our associates in San Juan, in a super intimate location walkable to the beach (where we could grab shots like this!). We also checked out Old San Juan, a very colorful area to explore for history, architecture and so much more. For an adventure day on the go, multi-use your swim as wear out: so you can be beach ready (and adventure-ready! and party ready!). We love styling our swim tops as crop tops. Layering your favorite shorts, skirts and coverups level up your swim: so you can be ready for anything.
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MATCHING SETS 4EVER
Matching sets (and a lighter layer) are key! When you are hitting the streets to see the local sights (like taking a ferry to Vieques or Culebra!) pulling easy to grab outfits will get you out the door faster. We’re loving this set (and the seamless crochet bralette underneath for a light monochromatic look). A lightweight fleece keeps you warm on chilly nights or in the cafe, plus, a seamless crop top is the best for warm summer weather. Be sure to rock a set when you’re snapping pics in front of beautiful Puerto Rican street art.
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SWEAT IT OUT
We shot gymnast & activist Aly Raisman in the Yunque Rainforest near Luquillo Beach–this is close to Fajardo, where you can catch a ferry to explore more! Always pack your OFFLINE for active days! Our OFFLINE shorts and leggings have hidden pockets and are great for a day on-the-go or a quick trip to the gym. OFFLINE flowy shorts are sure to be a vacay hit for active days. Wear with tanks, swim, sports bras… anything!
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EASY AS 1
One and done! Dresses (as we know…) are the easiest thing to pack. and bring. and wear. It’s helpful to have something easy to grab after a day in the sun, to go to dinner or layer over swim to grab breakfast before your day gets going! Grab and GO!
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Happy Travels Aerie Fam! What are you wearing this summer? Comment below & tell us!
This was so amazing, thanks for visiting our Little island 🏝️.