Sunglasses

I always tell my friends to pick out sunglasses that are super fun, block the sun and aren’t expensive. The worst is when you get to the beach and the sand scratches the lens. So, I buy a few cheaper pair for the summertime – that way I’m not heartbroken if anything happens to them.

Straw Beach Tote

Somethin’ cute to throw your stuff in. It’s easy to carry around, big enough to put things in but not too big that you feel like you’re lugging it around.

Bohemian Cover-Up

Not all coverups have to be t-shirts and jean shorts. I mean really, jean shorts + sand + wet bathing suit is not my favorite combo. That’s why I choose a flowy dress/type coverup for the beach.

Birkenstock Sandals

Sandals are also tricky. They need to be easy to wash up, preferably cute but also comfy in case you wanted to take a walk to the pier or go on a bike ride to lunch.

Classy One Piece

Two pieces are so fun but I’m thankful that one-pieces are back in! Especially at the beach: it doesn’t give the ocean any opportunity to take away any pieces (hehe). This one combines a little bit of fun and a lot of class. I love this color – super flattering on any skin tone or body shape.

Sunscreen

DON’T FORGET YOUR SUNSCREEN! Here’s the deal: not all sunscreens are actually helping your skin. In fact, most have chemicals in them that are actually doing more hurt than good to your skin. I’ve found a sunscreen that I love and think is so super safe for the beach + whatever your day looks like. It comes in a lotion and sprays!!

Baby Wipes

If you’ve been around this tribe for a while, you’ll know why I love these so much.
1. They smell so good
2. They can be used for any circumstance: to remove that little bit of mascara from under your eyes after swimming, refresh your pits, wipe off the sand + sweat, add a little bit of moisture back to your legs after getting some sun
3. They don’t leave a stickiness to your skin, your skin is left so so soft!

Must have! Unfortunately, these aren’t available online (only available at some Target on the baby isles with other wipes + diapers).