India, July 28 -- My European vacation to Malta is fast approaching, meaning there's limited time to find an effortlessly chic, Euro summer-inspired wardrobe that will serve me through sightseeing, ferry-hopping, sunset dinners, and everything else on the itinerary. Thankfully, Amazon has become my go-to for affordable, summer vacation fashion that looks way more expensive than it is and is guaranteed to deliver before takeoff.

I spotted French Riviera-inspired polka dots, Tuscan winery gingham, and other elevated tops that will instantly transform my outfits from tourist try-hard to local status. Even better, they're all under $30, so I can feel good about stocking up on multiple options without blowing my travel budget before I even a...