Lately, we’ve been hitting the beach a little more than what would likely be considered healthy. (Thank god for long-wearing SPF.) Now that the height of summer is upon us, we’ve put together a few seaside/poolside must-haves that’ll have you prepped to soak up the sun in style.

Before walking out the door, we always throw on our go-to beach outfit: a stylin’ bikini, cut-off shorts and flip flops. We love the way this sexy caged bikini from Nasty Gal looks with Shorty in Gossip and a pair of metallic sandals. A Cleobella raffia tote adds a pop of color and will fit all your beach essentials.

Just as important as looking good is protecting your skin, which is why we recommend not leaving home without lathering on an antioxidant-rich SPF 30 and grabbing a floppy sun hat to pair with Shorty in Peppermint.

Obviously, a great pair of shades is beyond necessary. These Ombre Retro sunglasses look killer paired with Shorty in Royal. Now grab a cool, patterned towel, a trashy beach read, and hit the sand!

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