16 Beach Day Essentials

The above photo is the inspiration, along with the rising temperatures, for today's post. It's true that life can't always be a day at the beach. But when you get one, having the right essentials can make the day so much better. Dive in and shop these sunny selections.

Campania Round Beach Towel

Sunning in the round seems so lounge worthy! This super soft Turkish cotton towel is meant to be shared. It's finished with twisted tassels.
Serena & Lily

Beach Pareo

One of the easiest ways to cover up at the beach is a pareo. The above paisley style is so pretty, but there are 37 other printed pareos to shop at...

Echo New York

Beach Bats

Turn the outdoors into the great outdoors with this wildlife paddle and ball game. Love the leopards, don't you? Now on sale at

Anthropologie

Make Waves Sea Salt Spray

Now you can get that beachy tousled hair wherever you are. It is a texturizing product with fabulous scents of sand, jasmine, and sea spray.

Free People

Beach & Travel Totes

Pack your bags and head to the beach or on your next road trip. The quilted colors and patterns are really fab!

Johnny Was

Sling Chair with Tassels

Take your beach chair from casual to chic with breezy tassels. Now on sale at...

Serena & Lily

Insulated Wine Tote, Cooler & Beach Blanket

What a stylish way to stay cool and hydrated at the beach!  Gift the beach lover in your life with 

one of these.

Mark and Graham

Sunnylife Beach Chair

At the beach, the day is all about sunshine. Sink into the sand with this fold up, lightweight chair.

Nordstrom

Johanna Ortiz Resort 22

You'll have to wait a little for these pre-order pieces, but I think they are worth the wait. Some of the best swimwear you have ever seen! Shown above is the Beach Cotton Voile Maxi Click the photo to see the entire collection.

Moda Operandi

Table In A Bag

Fold it up and carry it (in its' own tote) to the beach, or wherever you want to picnic. Made from grey finished mahogany that has been responsibly sourced. A great price, too.

Crate and Barrel

Carry Me Cooler Tote

A cool companion wherever you go - the beach, pool, or park.

Nordstrom

Cynthia Rowley Surfboard & Wetsuit

I might just learn to surf if I knew that I could have such a marvelous matching set! If you are looking for the best wetsuits with matching boards, look no further than.....

Cynthia Rowley

Hand Quilted Blankets

Just the thing for a sandy beach. They even come with their own tote bag. Pick your pattern and go!

Johnny Was

Johanna Ortiz Resort 2022

I couldn't resist adding more styles from the collection. It's all so good. Pre-order now for your winter vacation.

Moda Operandi

Boho Beach Necklace

Leave the gold at home and reach for these edgy beads. The design was driven by one unique bead.  The creative artisan who hand crafted this piece, took it from there and worked her magic. Loving the beachy vibe. 

Primitive Instincts

Roll Up Travel Visor

Protect yourself from the sun without an inconvenient bulky hat. This style packs with ease and pairs well with your summer wardrobe.

Hat Attack

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Summertime Blues

{ Via: Tiffany LaBelle }

Do you love a good color story as much as I do? On the first day of Summer, we are featuring all of the Summertime blues. The ocean, blue skies, and my friend, artist and illustrator, Tiffany Labelle, are all today's inspiration. Tiffany's illustration is exactly how I like to spend my Summers. Here's a few pretty pics and pieces that guarantee to keep the Summertime Blues at bay this season.

Poolside Daybed
Revel in the pastel hues of Italy's Amalfi Coast. This pretty perch is perfect for being cool by the pool. 
Anthropologie

Gray Malin Light Blue Allure
Archival ink-jet print on ultra-premium luster paper by photographer and artist, Gray Malin. Hand signed. An artistic way to have a taste of Summer every day.
One Kings Lane

Poolside Woven Bags
Sunning seaside with Poolside Bags! Shop signature straw mini bags with cheeky colorfully-embroidered phrases.
Moda Operandi

Serena and Lily Outdoors
The teak Sling Chair with tassels is one of my favorite finds for Summer. And those umbrellas are just so old school cool. Best yet, both chairs and umbrellas are on sale.
Serena & Lily

 Summer Day Denim & Accessories 
One of my favorite Summer activities is visiting a Farmer's Market in the city. This outfit would do just fine. Shop all pieces here
Jeans   Sandals   Bagu Tote   Top

Cutipol’s Signature Goa Collection
Stunning, right? I so enjoy surprising guests with an attractive outdoor table. This flatware is the definition of Summertime Blues.
Gracious Style

The Parker Palm Springs
Poolside perfection at the hotel's indoor pool. I was there in May. One of the loveliest pools that I have ever seen.
The Parker Palm Springs

Lilly Pulitzer

In it to twin it! Nothing says Summer better than a little Lilly something, something. The Laurana off the shoulder dress is done in a Bennet Blue Celestial Seas print. It's a fun easy to wear style. The Karlie Wrap Romper is just ever so much fun.

Paradise People
Paradise People’s vibrant blankets are the perfect accessory for a day at the beach or the park. Love these!
One King's Lane

Tory Burch Floral Kira Bag
Leather is lightened up with a resin chain. Very chic for Summer!
Zappos

 Hardwood Serving Pieces
I was so excited to find this Etsy Shop. They create bowls and accessories, with slip resistant dipped rubber bases, crafted from sustainably harvested hardwood, Many colors available, but loving the blue lagoon color shown. Perfect for Summer treats like ice cream and fruit salad.
Willful Goods

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Celebrate Summer With A Pool Party!

It's finally here, the first day of Summer. Many of my Summer memories revolve around a swimming pool. It's the easiest way to cool down while having fun in the sun. Whether you are hosting or attending, here's a roundup of party perfect picks. Find fab floats, stunning suits, pineapples and poufs, and everything you need for a chic celebration. Come on! Dive in.

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Off The Shoulder Ruffle Suit

You'll be the sunshine on a cloudy day in this flattering sale suit. If yellow isn't your favorite color, click to see the other 3 shades. 

Boston Proper

 Outdoor Fun

Let your feet lead you to these fabulous treats.

Flamingo Swimmies    Pineapple Candle   All Round Beach Towel   Similar Tote

Stripe Outdoor Pouf

Sitting pretty: Perfect poufs are striped with style, handcrafted, and outdoor safe. 

Horchow

ban.do Beverly Giant Float

High fashion floating! At less than $25, bring this as your Pool Party Hostess Gift. Or if you are the host, have several of these around for selfie props.

Amazon

Mara Hoffman Piper Beach Pant

Have a ball in these beach ball print pants. Perfect for those moments when being covered is appropriate.

Anthropologie

Carry All Pouch Set

Throw these in your bigger beach bag to stay organized for the day. Or even better, these are priced perfectly as pool party goodie bags!

Saks Fifth Avenue

Mareka Kaftan

Easy, breezy. This lightweight and gauzy cover up is simply boho chic.

Free People

Fruit Drink Float Set

Holding an umbrella drink can be so taxing! Now you can treat yourself and your guests to something tropical, as they let Summer float on by. Bring 2 sets to your next party.

West Elm 

Sydney Beach Towels

Loving the geometric stripes and playful pop-color tassels. Terrific Turkish cotton towels are best in {swim} class.

Serena and Lily

Orlebar Brown Photographic Swim Shorts

Some of the coolest swim trunks around.

Matches Fashion

Teak Sling Chairs

Sleek teak frames with weather friendly fabrics, allow  these chic chairs to withstand the elements with style. 

Serena and Lily

Melamine Dinnerware

Serving poolside? Do it with unbreakable style. You will love the chic collection of dinnerware for effortless entertaining. 

QSquared NYC

Sunny Life Pool Float

Float around the pool or mingle with your flock, this stylish swan is made for selfies and swimming. Too fun!

Nordstrom 

Outdoor Bar Cart and Cooler

A pool party calls for rolling out the bar to wherever the guests are. It's done in all weather wicker with "sleek handles, back wheels and removable trays that support hosting duties. Now on sale.

CB2

Paris Print Swimsuit

Say oui to a little ooh la la from the brand Love Made Love. Now on sale for girls size 4T - 14

Childrensalon

Swim Suite

A matching set of three Italian made separates. It's all stylishly stretchy and made to convert into multiple looks. The suit itself can be criss crossed in front or worn halter style. Pool side lunches are covered with shorts for a demure look. The sarong with its' side slit and tie, takes you to and from the pool with style.

Goop

Stellé Audio Couture 

What's a party without a playlist? These are on my short wish list. It's stunning sound and chic style for the home, office or pool. They connect instantly to any bluetooth device with a 15 hour rechargeable battery. Available in seven shades. Click for more details and 20% off.

AHAlife

Disco Pineapple Sipper Cup

Chill out with this insulated adult (or not) sippy cup. Best yet, it is very affordable and no one will know what you are sipping on.

Urban Outfitters

Juice Beauty Mineral Sunscreen

I have spent the last month studying sunscreens. I learned that the sun is good for us. Chemical sunscreens are not. Here is a list of the bad chemicals in many sunscreens. When shopping for sun protectant, we need to look for mineral sunscreens, like Juice Beauty's.  This product has an EWG rating of 1, and considered low in hazardous ingredients. A rating of 10 is the worst. Click Here to view the rating. This product doesn't have most of the bad ingredients, and does offer so many of the "good for us," essential vitamins. 

Juice Beauty

Banana Palm Inflatable Chair

Relax and unwind tropical style. Bring this along to your next party to insure you have the best seat at the pool.

Bloomingdales

Giant Margarita Pool Float

Six feet of fun and perhaps the biggest Margarita you ever had. Get the party started with one of these!

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