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Sun, Sand, and Essentials: What's in My Beach Bag

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From sun protection to chic snacks, this list covers everything you’ll want in your beach bag for the perfect day by the water.
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Beach Bag

Bags I love for the beach--roomy, sun and water proof!
 
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First things, first! You need a good (fairly large) beach bag! The LL Bean Boat and Tote is great as a beach bag-- roomy and okay if it gets wet.
Boat and Tote®, Open-Top
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Towel

I love a good comfy towel. (Preferably large.)
 
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Second, a towel! I like a good large one. This Lily Pulitzer one is so pretty!
Lilly Pulitzer Oversized Beach Towel, Dandy Lions
 
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The polo bear ones are adorable. They make me happy.
Polo Bear Beach Towel
 
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Love the colors on this towel.
Slowtide Cotton Woven Cannon Oversized Beach Towel
 
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Cute!
Ralph Lauren
 
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I love this classic beach towel.
Kassatex Amalfi Beach Towel

Bikini

Pack an extra bikini just in case!
 
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I always pack an extra bikini. You just never know.
Tyler Bikini Tonal - Cornflower
 
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This one's cute too!
Phoebe Bikini - Red

Sun Protection

Protect yourself from the sun during high UV index hours of the day.
 
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Pack yourself a comfy hat. The ones that are packable are best-just roll it up and pack into your bag. I love cotton and raffia hats. They're really cute with dresses.
Cotton Crusher Hat | AnthroHome
 
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Cute cotton hat! (They have a ton of colors)
Bliss - Scala LC484 White Cotton Medium Brim Bretton Bucket Hat
 
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This is the body sunscreen I love! Organic and nice to put on.
SPF 50 Sunscreen
 
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This is the sunscreen I use for my face.
Beauty of Joseon - Relief Sun | YesStyle
 
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Sunglasses+ sunglasses case
Leinuosen Woven Straw Glasses Case Clip
 
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Such a cute classic pair!
SOJOS Oval Polarized Sunglasses SJ2611

Sandals

Good to have a good pair of sandals.
 
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I love these Steve Madden sandals!
Hadyn Mesh Sandal in Bone

Entertainment

Things I recommend for entertainment.
 
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Pack something for entertainment. Waterproof playing cards. Perfect entertainment.
Anthropologie Jumbo Waterproof Playing Card Set | AnthroHome
 
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Bring a book!
The Secret Garden Deluxe Hardcover Book
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My favorite book!
Anne of Green Gables Books
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For the vibes
Portable Bluetooth Speakers
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Camera

Bring a camera to capture the memories.
 
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This is the film camera I take with me, because it's compact.
Contax T2 Film Cameras for sale
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Perfect camera for all your underwater videos and photos!
Buy HERO13 Black
 
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Will keep you from losing your GoPro in the water.
The Handler - Floating Camera Grip Mount

Cover-up

Cover up after swims.
 
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Top to go with shorts. This one is so cute.
hibiscus classic tee
 
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A pair of shorts or a little skirt. Perfect little shorts! Great cover-up.
CRZ YOGA Womens High Waisted Shorts with Pockets

Rash guard

These are rash guards I like!
 
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I pack a rash guard, so I don't have to apply as much sunscreen.
Roxy Women's UPF 50+ Rashguard Swim Shirt

Water Bottle (drinks)

Water bottles I like!
 
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Bring something to drink. I love the color of this bottle- "Big sky blue" from yeti.
Rambler® 46 oz Water Bottle

Toiletry Items

I usually pack a few toiletry items to use after swimming. Especially for my hair!
 
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I pack a toiletry bag. This is a great little bag for all your skincare and beauty products.
Florentine Dopp Kit
 
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Toiletry items. Just in case my mascara smears, I bring my travel size cleanser. It cleans it so easy and fast. Use my code AHALYUBA10 to get an extra discount!
AHA! Travel Kit
 
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Bring Lip balm. Feels very nice on the lips. Can be used anytime really! Healing!
ÂN-GLOSS Ceramide Lip Treatment
 
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Toiletry items. Just perfect for a nice little brush.
Wet Brush: Mini Detanglers
 
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Toiletry items. I use this on my damp hair. It gives my waves a nice refresh.
It's A 10 - 10.0 oz Miracle Leave-In Product
 
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Toiletry items. My favorite deodorant.
HELLO Sweet Coconut Deodorant, 2.6 OZ

Snacks

Snacks for replenishment.
 
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Last thing--Bring snacks! Add a little sweetness to your day.
Hunks
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Best snack!
Ancestral Protein Bar
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Yum!!
Coconut Chips