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Beach Day Fashion Must Haves

So last weekend when I shouted on top of my lungs that summer was finally here in the UK I may or may not have jinxed it. Even though many places in Europe are experiencing what can only be described as long overdue summer, the UK seems to be playing buggers just like our politics of late (did anyone anticipate Boris Johnson being foreign minister???)

Even though I am a Brit who loves complaining about the awful weather, I am also a Zambian who is always optimistic to a fault and figured its blazing hot in Zambia and if we had a beach this is what I think a beach day fashion must have would include.

Looking back on my blog, I have shared anything from Beach Essentials (what I carry), Beach Bag Essentials to a guest post on beach party dress code but never have I shared my beach day fashion must haves. Today I am changing that and sharing my idea of beach day fashion.

Beach Day Fashion Must Haves

Swim suit

Are you a bikini or one piece lover? For men it’s easy either your boxers or swimming shorts, for women ww3 begins at trying to choose what swimwear  to choose especially for those who have body issues or just don’t like feeling exposed. I for one I am a one piece kind of girl and will have a long T-shirt to cover me if I don’t totally feel like showing off my body. FYI – my summer body is 7 months away in the making 🙈😩😩

Beach towel

When I was in Paris, I managed to grab me a Mickey Mouse beach towel which I absolutely adore. My brother and his wife were mistaken when they thought I got the Mickey Mouse towel for my nephew when in fact I got it for me. {sorry}

Sunscreen

Weather light-skinned or dark-skinned you still need to make sure your protect your skin from the harmful Sun rays. I always travel with my sp50 sunscreen spray to ensure my skin is properly covered so I can enjoy the sun worry free.

Sunglasses

I love me a good pair of sunglasses and I am currently on the collection path. I have two at the moment that are my absolutely favourite and the third one is hidden for good measure. I am hoping to pick up a couple soon to add to my collection.

Flip flops

Sandy beaches are nice to walk on and let your feet feel the texture and mixture of water and sand but if your nearest beach is like Brighton then you know flip-flops are not just for hygiene purposes. The stones on the beach can do a number on your feet when trying to walk them, I learnt the hard way.

Beach bag

I hate tagging about a lot of things when I am at the beach so I always look for a large enough bag that can carry all our gadgets, towels and food.

Other than good weather, I don’t really ask for much for a visit to the beach nor of my beach day fashion must haves. How is the weather your side? Been to the beach yet this year?

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Comments

  1. Courtneylynne says

    Great list!!!! I hate it when I forget things! I’m notorious for forgetting my towel when hitting the pool lol

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    • Miranda says

      I can’t believe how good the weather has been the last few days. I hope it continues so I can head to the beach again this weekend.

  7. Heather S-G says

    These are all great items and must-haves on my own essentials list. I also include lip balm, water, and a book. 🙂 And your towel comment made me laugh out loud – adults love Mickey, too!

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  8. Ashleigh Walls says

    With the way the weather has been here you definitely want to have sunscreen. I’ve been applying almost every hour because it is soo hot and my kids keep getting red right away.

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  10. Amanda Love says

    There’s nothing more exciting during the summer than getting ready for a trip to the beach! This is an awesome list of must haves. I always make sure I have these items inside my bag, otherwise, I’ll panic when we get there!

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  13. Annemarie LeBlanc says

    Haven’t been to the beach yet this year, but it is no reason for me not to get sunscreen. It is a must for me to protect my skin especially at this time of year, whether or not I go to the beach. Oh BTW, I love that beach bag you featured here!

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  14. Kendall says

    I love your picks! Hawaiian Tropic is my favorite brand in the summer, hands down! I love the “Vacation” Kate Spade products too, so much! 🙂

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  15. Bella says

    Those bathing suits are very cute! I was at the beach last week and of course I forgot my sunscreen so I am a bit redder than usual.

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  29. Tiaras & Tantrums says

    We don’t live near a typical beach – lake front beaches is all we have access to here in the midwest. But, I do take my kiddos a couple times during the summer. It is a chore though ☺ Beach bags, snacks and toys to entertain must come along as well!

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  31. Lisa JOnes says

    I Want The Swimsuit. Sun Glasses And Flip Flops Thank You I Love The Awesome Styles Will Be Checking This Out!!

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  32. Alli Smith says

    I’m in love with the beach bag. I happen to be vacationing at the beach for the last two weeks and I’ve got that same sunscreen in my beach bag. I love it!

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  34. Joanna says

    Great list definitely essentails I’ll be taking on holiday later in the year. You’ve reminded me I need to order some perscrption Sun glasses.

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