Must Haves: Summer Fashion & Beach Basics
Beach season is here, and while you want to dress the part, you also want to make sure that you have everything you need to make your beach or pool day the best it can be. We searched the best stores on the island to put together this list of summer “must have” items.
BEACH BLANKET
This deluxe fleece blanket is oversized (53-by-68 inches) and has a water-resistant underlining making it perfect for the beach, especially if you like to sit close to the water. It folds into a convenient tote with an adjustable strap, making it easy to carry.
Dalrymple’s Card and Gift Shoppe
20 JFK Blvd., Sea Isle City | dalrymplecardandgift.com
TRUCKER HAT
Planning to spend a lot of time in the sun? Then you need to have a good hat to protect your face. These trucker hats come in a variety of colors and you can adjust them accordingly to fit your head. Grab one in every color and support your favorite liquor store all summer long!
Gleeson’s Liquors
565 Sea Isle Blvd., Ocean View | gleesonliquors.com
UMBRELLA
Stay cool on the beach all summer with this Copa beach umbrella from Beachy Keen. This umbrella comes in assorted colors and sizes (6½ to 8 feet) and has a UPF of 50+. The steel tube rib structure and steel tube pole are reinforced by metal ribs for those windy beach days.
Beachy Keen
4601 Landis Ave., Sea Isle City | beachykeensic.com
BATHING SUIT
You can’t hit the beach without a bathing suit, right? She Be Surfin’ has a large selection of bikinis, one-pieces, cover-ups and more. This bikini is by Rhythm, designed by surfers and inspired by the Australian coast. The top is called the Sunbather Bralette and the bottoms are the Sunbather Stripe Holiday Pant.
She Be Surfin’
2516 Dune Drive, Avalon | 225 96th St., Stone Harbor | shebesurfin.com
TUMBLER
You can never have too many tumblers. We love this one by Swig called Sun Dance, because the colors just make us feel the ocean and the warmth of the sun. The stainless steel will keep your drink cold on even the hottest summer day, or your coffee hot for that morning pick-me-up. The one pictured is the XL 32-ounce size; they come in a variety of sizes and colors.
Preppy Palm
2533 Dune Drive, Avalon
COLORFUL DISHES
When having lunch by the pool, it’s fitting to have colorful plates and bowls that just scream summer! This is the Vietri Melamine Campagna collection and it was inspired by the Amalfi Coast. The pieces are so sturdy and beautiful, you’ll swear they’re ceramic! Perfect for outdoor use and meals with kids. They are also dishwasher safe for easy clean-up!
Armadillo, Ltd.
2761 Dune Drive, Avalon
BEACH BAGS
Show your love for the ocean with eco-friendly Rock Flower Paper accessories! From recycled cotton, azo-dye free bags to recycled and reversible beach towels, Rock Flower Paper donates a portion of every sale to Ocean Conservancy. Pick up your favorite pattern and hit the beach in style!
Seashore Ace Home & Outdoor Living
260 96th St., Stone Harbor | seashoreace.com
OAR
If you plan on taking the boat out, grab an oar in case you need one! This one from Authentic Models will also look nice hanging on the wall in your beach house.
Coastal Designer Outlet
556 Sea Isle Blvd., Ocean View | coastaldesigner.com
