Summer days are hereeeeeeeee and we are ready to soak up the rays. Here are our essentials for the perfect beach day.
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Comfort
Style
Snacks
Books
Comfort
As wonderful as beaches are, the combination of sand, sun, and sunscreen can make you feel less than comfortable. Here's some things that will increase your comfort for when you want to spend the entire day at the beach.
Catch rays like you're on the Amalfi Coast with these stunning beach chairs from Sunnylife.
Luxury Beach Chair
If you want to go old school with your beach chair, these chairs from Schoolhouse are soooo cute and retro! And made in the U.S.A.
Retro Outdoor Folding Chair
Keep it classy and shaded with this elegant umbrella.
Beach Umbrellas
Increase your shade coverage, but in style. Seriously, this shade is so classy.
Beach Cabana
Classic with fun color options
Biarritz Woven Stripe Beach Towel
Sand in your towel driving you nuts? Try this sand resistant towel.
Sand Cloud
SPF is a MUST. But it doesn't have to feel sticky. Obsessed with this lightweight sunscreen for your face - feels so cooling!
Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun Aqua-fresh Rice+B5
For protecting the whole body from those harmful UV rays
PLAY Antioxidant Body Mist SPF 50 with Vitamin C
For when that sun gets a little *too* hot
COOLiFY iva Personal Fan
Style
Every body is a bikini body. (Plus, there's some super fun accessories.)
Love that this is supportive and cute!
Women's Curve Love Wide Strap Underwire Bikini Top
If you're looking for a stylish one piece, Summersalt has some great options, like this wrap-style suit.
The Perfect Wrap One Piece
Lands End classic for a reason - it's the perfect beach tote!
Open Top Canvas Tote Bag
If you want a bag that is easy to wash down and clean (because we all know sand can get EVERYWHERE), this is your bag.
BOGG BAG
Size inclusive swimwear that adapts to you as your body changes. Designed to last, so worth the price tag. This is an ethically and locally produced brand in the UK.
Youswim
Krewe has the best fun, funky sunglasses - perfect for making a statement at the beach.
ST. LOUIS MIRRORED | Gelato 24K
Keep the sun out of your eyes - and off your face! - with a wide-brimmed hat.
Long Brim Raffia Hat | Madewell
Snacks
The sun is draining. Best to stay hydrated and energized.
Will take you right back to childhood
Fruit Roll-Ups
Lightweight, but sturdy for all the drinks you need :)
L.L.Bean Softpack Adventure Cooler, 7 Liter
An orange push up pop feels like summer in the 90s.
Organic Creamy Orange Push Pops
The perfect combo of sweet and salty.
Sweet And Salty Kettle Corn
Books
You can't have a beach day without a beach read. It's simply not allowed.
Summer romance on the Sicilian coast. Brother's best friend. Age gap.
Problematic Summer Romance
The one that got away set to the backdrop of *literally* getting the band back together on a cruise ship.
Never Been Shipped
A cozy, heartwarming story of found family, love, and magic.
The Very Secret Society of Irregular Witches
fake dating, forced proximity, and friends-to-lovers = some of my favorite tropes. I can't tell you enough how much I enjoyed this book.
Funny Story
Informative, reflective, and funny - a great combination for summertime.
The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality
If you want a fun, easy, short romance set in the music industry, look no further.
Big Fan: An 831 Stories Romance
A mystery - and deep character study - that transports you to summer camp in upstate NY.
The God of the Woods
Set in Cape Cod during a family vacation, this is the ultimate beach - or poolside - read.
Sandwich
Honestly, doesn't this cover just SCREAM beach vibes?
