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The White Lotus Is My Entire Personality—24 Resortwear Pieces That Match the Vibe of Season 3

By Swedan Margen

The White Lotus Is My Entire Personality—24 Resortwear Pieces That Match the Vibe of Season 3

In its first two seasons, The White Lotus transported us to the magical islands of Maui and Sicily. For the highly anticipated third installment, premiering on February 16, creator Mike White is bringing us all along to Thailand—specifically Koh Samui, Phuket, and Bangkok. With its lush rainforests, palm tree–lined beaches, coconut groves, electric nightlife, and colorful markets, the Southeast Asian country is the perfect backdrop for The White Lotus.

The storyline will, no doubt, be packed with drama, romance, mystery, and witty one-liners (RIP to Jennifer Coolidge's character), but I'll also be tuning in for the cool costume design by Alex Bovaird. Judging by the photos HBO has released, this season will be packed with tropical resortwear looks aplenty. In case the show leaves you feeling inspired, I've decided to curate 24 items that align with the vibe. In my dreams, I'll be packing all of these things for a stay at the Four Seasons Koh Samui, where most of the new season was filmed. Meet me there?

A still from the set of The White Lotus season three.
Magnifico Printed Silk Twill Minidress

La DoubleJ

Magnifico Printed Silk Twill Minidress

I am starting a savings fund for this dress ASAP.

Donna Tiger's Eye Beaded Necklace

Julietta

Donna Tiger's Eye Beaded Necklace

This necklace is simply stunning.

Woven Cage Sandals
Ferragamo Sunglasses

Look at life through rose-tinted glasses.

A still from the set of The White Lotus season three.
Floral Earrings

These earrings are a subtle nod to tropical style.

Sakura Printed Cotton Midi Dress

Silvia Tcherassi

Sakura Printed Cotton Midi Dress

This Silvia Tcherassi dress is at the top of my wish list.

Barbor Leather Platform Sandals

Johanna Ortiz

Barbor Leather Platform Sandals

I'm picturing these platforms with floaty dresses.

Indy Silver-Plated Lapis Lazuli Bracelet

éliou

Indy Silver-Plated Lapis Lazuli Bracelet

A still from the set of The White Lotus season three.
Eyelet Embroidered Shirt

H&M

Eyelet Embroidered Shirt

A cool version of the traditional cabana shirt.

Calypso Shell Necklace

Mayol

Calypso Shell Necklace

The nautilus shell symbolizes growth, renewal, and balance in nature.

ZARA Printed Midi Dress

Yes, I know I'm good at uncovering Zara gems.

Coconut Effect Wedges

ZARA

Coconut Effect Wedges

The higher the wedges, the better.

A still from the set of The White Lotus season three.
Ovalo Oval Sunglasses in Leopard

Linda Farrow x Jacquemus

Ovalo Oval Sunglasses in Leopard

These leopard sunglasses are from a collaboration between Jacquemus and Linda Farrow.

Sara Cristina Pearl-Embellished Triangle Bikini Top

Sara Cristina

Pearl-Embellished Triangle Bikini Top

It's time to retire my go-to black bikini anyway.

Patterned Drawstring Shorts

H&M

Patterned Drawstring Shorts

How cute are these $30 shorts? Very.

Off the Shoulder Puff Sleeve Midi Dress

ELOQUII

Off the Shoulder Puff Sleeve Midi Dress

A white dress is an essential for warm climates.

A still from the set of The White Lotus season three.
Resort Shirt

I can't wait to wear this on vacation.

Daphne Jersey Maxi Dress

Cala de la Cruz

Daphne Jersey Maxi Dress

Tropical prints will never get old.

Exclusive Wooden Bracelet

Wooden jewelry is so underrated.

Metallic Thread Printed Dress

ZARA

Metallic Thread Printed Dress

This Zara dress is too cute to pass up.

A still from the set of The White Lotus season three.
Smocked-Waist Dress

This $45 H&M dress is giving easy, breezy vacation vibes.

Marea Strapless Knitted Mini Dress

ESCVDO

Marea Strapless Knitted Mini Dress

This Peruvian brand's attention to detail is exceptional.

Tartan Scramble Clip-On Earrings

Oscar de la Renta

Tartan Scramble Clip-On Earrings

Olatz Knot-Detailed Maxi Dress

Silvia Tcherassi

Olatz Knot-Detailed Maxi Dress

The kind of dress you'll keep forever.

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