THE BEACH IS AS GOOD A PLACE AS ANY TO SHOW THE WORLD OUR FASHION SENSE AND STYLE.
If you are headed to the beach, whether on an exotic vacation or to your local sand, you need to pack more than a swimsuit and sunscreen. No matter if you are shopping on the boardwalk or head to a beachside bar, this beachwear will keep you cool, casual, and fashionable.
Cool, casual, and fashionable beachwear and accessories
Wide-Brimmed Hat
A baseball cap or visor are fine for summertime. But to get some extra protection for your face, ears and neck, buy a wide-brimmed hat instead. Cotton floppy hats are a fantastic choice for women, while men may like raffia straw hats instead. You can find a variety of hats at any number of online retailers.
Beach Cover-Up
When you get out of the water and head to the bar or restaurant on the shore, you want to cover up without much effort. Don’t just pull on an oversized t-shirt. Instead, choose a fashionable cover-up. Women can choose from an array of styles from tunics to sarongs. Department stores offer an assortment of beach cover-ups in cool fabrics and colorful prints. This La Blanca by Rod Beattie cover-up features a pretty eyelet fabric and an airy, feminine design. Slip it over your swimsuit and you’ll be able to go from the beach to a summer party without missing a beat.
Oversized Tote Bag
To carry everything you need at the beach, you need a large, durable bag. Canvas or straw bags are great choices because they are strong and stylish. But you can also choose vinyl if you want something waterproof. Pick a bag that is big enough to hold a change of clothes, beach towel, sunscreen, your cell phone, keys, and other essentials.
Aviator Sunglasses
Aviators are perfect for both men and women. They are trendy and chic, while also protecting your eyes from UVA and UVB rays. You don’t have to spend a fortune on designer sunglasses. There are numerous places to buy discounted aviator sunglasses. If you are shopping online, sunglasswarehouse.com has a wide selection of aviator sunglasses for under $20 a pair. When selecting sunglasses, pick frames that are the opposite shape from your face. For example, if you have a round face, then square or rectangular-shaped sunglasses generally look the best.
Sandals
For the beach, sandals are a must for both men and women. Choose flat sandals in thong styles for easy wear and comfort. Skip the rubber flip-flops that you can find at grocery stores and invest in a more fashionable, durable pair. Women’s sandals that are embellished with stones and beads are popular right now. Men can choose from dozens of styles and colors of Reef sandals. They are available at many surf shops and online retailers such as Zappos.
Maxi Dress
When Angelina Jolie and other celebrities started wearing maxi dresses last year, the trend really took off. Maxi dresses are a terrific choice for summertime. They are cool, comfortable and easy to wear. They are stylish enough to be worn either day or night and come in fabulous tropical prints that are terrific for wearing at the beach. You can slip a maxi dress over your swimsuit when you need some extra coverage. Whether you are shopping, dining or just hanging out with friends, a maxi dress is just perfect. You can find maxi dresses in nearly every boutique, department store and online clothing shop.
Linen Pants
Cargo shorts are a great option for men hanging out around the beach, but don’t overlook linen pants. Tommy Bahama offers a selection of cargo and drawstring pants in cool, comfortable fabrics like linen. These pants are perfect if you are going from the sand to a party, club or restaurant. With a relaxed fit and simple style, you can wear them with a t-shirt, tank top or even a button down shirt.
