Happy summer! It’s officially here and I’m so excited. Summer is my favorite season. And with summer comes the beach. And I love going to the beach. It can be a relaxing place or a fun filled adventure. Whatever you do at the beach is just the best. Even food tastes better at the beach.
But when I took my beach bag out the other day, I realized that I desperately need a new one. I’ve had the same beach bag for a very long time – I’m a little embarassed at actually how long, so let’s just stick with a very long time. It was from L.L. Bean and it’s been great. It’s durable, fits everything I need including several towels, and it was inexpensive – maybe $40? But it’s old – very old – and not as stylish as I would like. So I’m on the hunt for a new beach bag and I thought I would share some of my selections in case you might be looking for one too.
My beach bag tote criteria includes the following:
• Very large – I need it to hold towels, sunscreen, usually a change of clothes, a hair brush, maybe a frisbee or kadima game, my keys, and a few magazines or a book. So, a lot of stuff.
• Durable – You got sand, water, sand, sunscreen, sand, snacks, drinks and more sand. This tote has to be able to last and still look good. I don’t want to worry about where I’m putting my bag down.
• A little swag – nothing fancy or crazy but I’m looking for a little color and style. My L.L. Beanbag was white canvas with black handles. Blah. I want color.
• Inexpensive – again, this will be used at the beach. Under $100 is good but under $50 is even better.
I found a few totes that fit my strict criteria!
1. Straw tote: Athleta $82
2. Coral Watermelon Beach Tote with Bikini Bag: Nordstrom $26
3. Extra Large Tote Tangerine Orange: Boutique 1324 on Etsy $57
4. Acapulco Tote Bag: Nordstrom $46
5. Woven Wool Tote: Urban Outfitters $29.99 (reg $89.99)
6. Roxy Story Teller Tote: Zappos $34
7. Swahili Sisal Tote: Urban Outfitters $98
8. Seafolly Tropicana Tote: Swim Outlet $59.95
I love all these tote bags! Now I have to pick just one and I’m not good at this part. So I need your help – send me your comments about which one you would pick and why. I’d love to see which ones are the favorites. Or maybe you have an awesome beach bag you could recommend? I would love to hear about it.
And if you’re a beach nut like me, you’ll love this beautiful print on Etsy that you can download for $5.00 – sums it all up for me!
Have a wonderful day and hope a trip to the beach trip is in your {and my!} near future. And don’t forget to send me your beach bag picks!
I love #3!!! And I will go to the beach with you any time!
Thanks, Nicole!! We’ll make a beach date!