Shortlist vol. 11

Everything I’m packing for San Sebastián

I can’t believe I’m actually typing these words… but in just one week I’ll be heading to San Sebastián, Spain, for the very first Roam Collective!

After months of meticulous planning and running 1000 miles per hour, I am so ready for this European summer. When it comes to packing for a long trip, my philosophy is simple: pick a clear color scheme to maximize versatility.

The past two summers I’ve purchased some seriously standout brands that have become my go-tos for the season: DISSH, Posse, A. Emery, Reformation, Donni and Aritzia. Here is everything I’m packing for my Euro summer.

Dresses

1. DISSH Sahara Ramie Maxi Dress

2. DISSH Danielle Linen Black Dress

3. POSSE Alice Mini Dress

4. POSSE Darya Mini Dress

5. Zara Flowy Halter Dress

Tops

6. Skims Halter Top

7. DISSH Stripe Silk Scarf Top

8. Buck Mason Boxy Crew Top

9. Little Moon Linen Shirt

Bottoms

10. DISSH Black Linen Skort

11. Artizia Mid-Thigh Linen Shorts

12. AGOLDE Parker Shorts

13. Aritiza Crepe Lodge Pant

14. Donni Linen Simple Pants

Accessories

15. Reformation Toe Ring Strappy Flat Sandals

16. A.Emery Sandals

17. Clare V. Grande Fanny Pack

18. Cuyana Large Raffia Tote

19. Aureum Black and Gold Belt

20. Gem Stone Tassel Necklace

Want to learn more about spending your summer in Europe while working?

Roam Collective is study abroad meets summer camp, designed for working parents who want Europe without pausing their careers. After spending two summers in Europe, I co-founded this community to make it easier for working parents to make this happen. What you get:

• Camp during U.S. work hours so you can actually work

• Vetted housing to meet your standards

• Instant village of like-minded families ready to say yes to adventure

Our 2026 San Sebastian programs sold out in under an hour. We just announced we are offering multiple locations in San Sebastián, Annecy and Porto as well as June, July and August Collectives for 2027. If you want first access, join the waitlist now.

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Thanks for joining me on this journey,

Barbara

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