So you’re one of those chicks who need to schlepp next-to-everything you own wherever you go—including the beach. Heading out soon for the sand dunes? Let’s see, you’ll need your towel, your flip-flops and sunscreen—and your iPod, for sure. Oh, and don’t forget to pack that sultry summer novel you’re reading. Maybe you should also take the aloe, in you case you burn, and a change of clothes, in the event your suit doesn’t dry. And a hairbrush. Should you bring a hairbrush? Hmm. And certainly you should consider carrying a bottle of that leave-in salt spray, which miraculously transforms your sopping-wet locks into adorable beach waves. Definitely. And hey, what about those magazines you’ve been meaning to flip through…
We understand the situation, and we have a solution. But we’re not gonna lecture you to pare down to the bare essentials (or at least everything you can fit into a crossbody bag). And we’re not gonna tell you to leave half your possessions in the car while you soak up the sun.
We say, bring it.
All your stuff, that is. It will fit if you’ve got a trusty tote to help you move things along. This season, beach bags are just as fashionable and functional as those everyday purses you can’t stop buying. They incorporate all the season’s best trends, such as florals, stripes and metallics, so that you can look as chic at the beach or pool as you do on a date night. The newest looks come in a wide range of dimensions, too, so there’s an appropriate-sized tote for everyone. You’ll find demure styles designed for the minimalist who needs only her Chapstick and Coppertone (who are those women?), as well as heftier versions for the pack rats among us. If you’re looking for something more seasonal, opt for a bag with a beach theme. Because nothing screams “summer” louder than a cute whale or anchor icon.
IN THE BAG. Above photo, clockwise from top left: Marc Jacobs Jacobson striped tote, no longer available. Fiji floral beach tote at Echodesign.com, $55. Roxy cruise tote with anchor design, $36 at Zappos.com. Hurley leopard tote, $35, at Surfanddirt.com. Metallic beach tote at Echodesign.com, $68. Bardot Capri striped tote at Seafolly.com, currently unavailable. Duchess medium tote with whale icon at Jonathanadler.com, $198. Deux Lux tote at Everythingbutwater.com, currently available in other patterns. Roxy Mystic beach tote at Jackssurfboards.com, $39.
For more adorable beach totes, visit Red Typewriter’s Pinterest page.
