What to Pack for the Perfect Day at the Beach

It’s officially summer and you know what that means- beach day everyday! Okay, well, for most of us we really just mean those occasional weekends getaways we can sneak in when life calms down. No matter how busy you might be this summer, don’t forget to plan a beach day or two because everyone could use some fun in the sun and sand in between their toes. Our Beach Day Essentials Checklist will completely take the thought out of packing and get you on your way to the beach sooner!

 

1. Bathing Suit

Who said you can't wear a bathing suit more than one way? Albion makes gorgeous mix and match suits that will keep your bathing suit wardrobe fresh all summer. 

Albion, The Weekender Switchback Swim Crop, $88

2. Hat

Our signature faded-navy hat embroidered with our white logo in the front and classic Sailormade logo in the back pairs great with any beach outfit. The leather back strap makes this hat adjustable to fit any size head. 

Sailormade, Signature Hat, $25 (Sold only in Sailormade Shop)

3. Sunglasses 

Randolph USA has a style for everyone this summer from the P3 rounded to the classic Concorde sunglasses. Each style comes in a wide variety of frame and lens colors to match anything. 

Randolph USA, Various Styles, $160-230 (Also sold in Sailormade Shop)

4. Accessories 

What's better than nautical jewelry when you're heading to the beach? Sailormade has plenty of bracelets that will remind you of the ocean and stack well with each other to create the ultimate beach look. 

Sailormade, Wheat Endeavour Double Rope Bracelet, $76

Sailormade, Reef Cuff, $84

5. Sunscreen

Badger's 100% natural, non-greasy zinc oxide sunscreen is great for moisturizing and protecting your skin. After a long day at the beach in the sun, Badger has you covered with their organic Blue Tansy and Lavender After Sun Balm. 

Badger, Zinc Oxide Sunscreen Lotion, $18  and After Sun Balm, $10 (Also sold in Sailormade shop)

6. Lip Balm

BitchStix's six lip balm flavors are perfect to pack for beach because they contain 30 SPF to ensure your lips stay soft and smooth all day long. Their products are made with certified organic ingredients and aromatherapy grade essential oils. 

BitchStix, Various Flavors, $10 (Also sold in Sailormade Shop)

7. Towel

Lualohas are soft, absorbent, durable, lightweight and quick-drying making them perfect for the beach. These Turkish towels come in hundreds are different designs and colors that are easily packed into your beach bag. 

LUALOHA, Turkish Towels Assorted Colors, $39 (Also sold in Sailormade shop)

8. Beach Bag 

Can you ever go wrong a signature J.Crew piece? This simple, natural sandstone straw tote is large enough to fit everything you need for the beach and gives any look a classy addition. 

J.Crew, Straw Market Tote, $54.50

9. Shirt

This nautical long sleeve navy and white striped shirt is the quintessential beach piece that everyone needs in their closet. Saint James crafts their shirts out of a corded cotton material that is durable and sweatshirt-like to keep you warm by the ocean's breeze. 

Saint James, Meridame Long Sleeve Nautical Stripe, $95 (Also sold in Sailormade Shop)

10. Cooler for Snack and Drinks

Add a touch of fun, colored pattern to brighten up your beach day and keep your snacks and drinks chilled to perfection. Mier's coral and aqua cooler is waterproof, well-insulated and large enough to fit all of your friends' drinks as well. 

Mier, Large Soft Cooler, $17.99