Where I’m Going & What I’m Packing, by Designer Sara Cristina

My Comporta Hit List

Vermelho Melides

I’m staying at Christian Louboutin’s impeccably designed property, which I've heard nothing but rave reviews about. I can't wait to experience it myself.

JNcQUOI Beach Club Restaurant · Comporta

JNcQUOI Beach Club

I love JNcQUOI’s Lisbon restaurant, so I’m excited to try their beach outpost. Fresh seafood, simple plates, and a view—what a treat.

Fashion Clinic Comporta - Women & Home · Comporta

Fashion Clinic

I’ve heard the high-end department store’s locations in Comporta are even better than the one in Lisbon, so it’s definitely on my list. It happens to be right across from Jacques Grange and Pierre Passebon’s Stork Club, a design store which I’ll also be visiting.

The Life Juice · Comporta

The Life Juice

I'm going for the ceramics, plates, and objects.

Comporta's Artisan Market Stalls

Handwoven baskets, locally made blankets, and sarongs—always sarongs.

What I’m Packing

Sara Cristina Ola Top

The Ola Top’s boxy silhouette with thin straps and a straight neckline is easy, elevated, and effortless for evenings out.

Sara Cristina Playa Shorts

A laid-back alternative to a dress for nights, the Playa Shorts are a lightweight pull-on style with a unique Baroque pearl detail.

Sara Cristina Black and Gold Bikinis

My forever bikini formula. I wear Arena in black for a classic style, Narcissus in black for confidence, and Triangle in gold for when I'm feeling a little more tan.

Sara Cristina One-Piece Swimsuit

The Bahia One-Piece swimsuit doubles as a top with a pareo for seamless beach-to-bar dressing.

Pareos / Sarongs

I collect them everywhere I go and wear them as a skirt, a dress, or a wrap. They make the trip.

Linen shirt

A classic linen shirt for when the pareo needs a partner at dinner.

Jewelry

I never take off my Cartier band (my engagement ring), or the gold necklace with my son's birthday pendant that was a gift from my dear friend Kim Dunham, a beautiful jewelry designer who makes the most personal, meaningful pieces. For evenings, I add Jennifer Fisher hoops and my Elsa Peretti bone cuff. Those two do everything.

Ray-Ban Wayfarers

Ray-Ban Wayfarers are my all-time favorite sunglasses.

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse, OSEA Body Oil, Bonjout Le Balm

Nuxe Huile Prodigieuse golden oil for during the day, OSEA Body Oil to keep my skin nourished, and Bonjout Le Balm on my face after a long day in the sun—which has been an absolute revelation.