It’s finally the typical Cali weather here (June gloom came super early this year) and we are ready to hit the beach. I collaborated with my girl Megan to make a list of beach essentials so y’all can stock up for the months ahead.
- First off, my hat from the photo above and other similar ones with different adorable and cheeky sayings are available on my site here. They make the best instagram photos and honestly, that’s super important to any vacay or beach trip, no? Plus I guess sun protection blah blah blah. $18
- This amazing sun umbrella/beach tent sets up in just seconds and gives you and your little ones UPF 50+ protection. It opens to 8 ft wide so it’s big enough for the whole fam to be in the shade. $49.99
- Can’t hit the beach without an essential beach blanket. Requirements: must be easy to fold and carry and cute as hell. It’s water repellent and perfect for picnics and the ever popular movies at the park. Get it here for only $19.99.
- Beach bags are just part of Summer life, whether it’s the pool or the beach or a travel tote on vacay. But all these delicate bamboo handle bags girls are toting on every blog? Ummm… 5 seconds til a kid sits on that shit and breaks it plus I don’t like every mom at the pool being able to see all the random crap I carry around with me. So here, here and here (this one has free monogramming!!) are our recommendations for cheap and cute bags to haul your junk. $19.99- $49.99
- Can’t be in the sun without sunscreen. Everyone has their faves, but I personally HATE rubbing sunscreen on, I will always always choose a spray. And I need SPF gazillion since I am pale af. Here is my go-to. $14.99
- If you’re into packing a lunch for yourself or the kiddos, you’ll need a lunch bag of some sort. Insulated and cute are the obvious requirements. (I personally find home made lunch really sad, I live for on the boardwalk corndogs and balboa bars, but that’s just me). Here and here are our two recommendations. $14.99 & $12.99.
- Sand toys are essential if you’re kids are little and will keep them entertained for hopefully more than 5 minutes. Here is the one Megan uses and loves. $9.99
- Definitely need to stay hydrated for a day in the sun. These BPA free mason jar style tumblers with straws are our new obsession. $14-$16
