ISSY FRANCIS-BAUM'S PACKING GUIDE
WINTER SUN:
A showstopper Burberry bikini, a handwoven tote from Chloé and more. This is influencer Issy Francis-Baum's guide to what to bring on a winter getaway.
As the chill sets in and everyone else leans into layers, there’s one escape route that solves the winter style slump entirely: chasing the sun. When the agenda reads beach walks, late lunches and golden-hour dinners, packing becomes less about bracing for the cold and more about curating the perfect warm-weather wardrobe.
Enter Issy Francis-Baum. With a winter-sun getaway on the horizon, the influencer is rewriting the seasonal rulebook and showing us how to switch from puffer coats to resort-ready essentials without missing a beat. From easy day-to-night pieces to hero accessories that earn their suitcase space, here’s exactly what she’ll be wearing to head into the heat.
THE DO-IT-ALL BIKINI
Accessories are always how I elevate a look. For this Burberry bikini, I’d style it for poolside drinks with flip flops, chunky gold jewellery (bangles and earrings), and a statement beach bag. My Chloé basket bag finishes the look perfectly and instantly makes it feel more ‘put together', rather than just swimwear.
When it comes to what you'll find in my beach bag, SPF is a non-negotiable. My go-to is Kiehl’s Ultra Light Daily UV Defense. I’ll always have sunglasses handy too; I love something a little dramatic that really covers your face. Oversized, statement, but still chic.
DAY INTO NIGHT
This is very much my model off-duty look. I love playing with oversized items because it instantly makes a look feel more effortless. I sized up in my Balenciaga denim skirt and rolled it at the waist, then styled it with an oversized T-shirt to keep everything relaxed, undone, and cool.
It’s one of those looks you can wear anywhere - it just depends on the accessories and what you pair with it. I’d wear it to the beach with a bikini underneath and flip flops, then take it straight into the evening by switching to a chunky boot and a cool bag. It’s effortless and versatile for a trip, without feeling repetitive.
THE GOLDEN-HOUR UPDATE
I am such a Chloé girl. It feels chic and effortless - a quiet sense of luxury. It’s confident without being loud/logo-driven. Everyone knows the iconic beach bags, but I love the clothing - it’s perfect for my winter sun escape to Bali. There's a bohemian energy here that feels very Chloé. My favourite outfit from the brand right now that I have been wearing on rotation is my white Chloe denim shorts paired with a silk cami top.
