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1. A mineral-based sunscreen with a matte tint so you can get some sun without looking like a lobster by the end of the day.
2. A vintage-styled tank to throw on over your bathing suit and bring extra ~good vibes~ to the beach.
3. Texturizing sea salt spray you'll want to keep on hand to tame your luscious windblown locks.
4. Retro sunnies that you can wear until the end of time because they'll never go out of style.
5. A bikini trimmed with playful tassels that'll make you wanna shimmy right into the ocean.
6. Or a ruffled racerback tankini so cute all your friends will be dying to know where you picked it up from.
7. An exfoliating body scrub that'll remove dead skin and make you want to flaunt your legs all along the beach.
8. And an intensive hydration serum to help freshen your face after soaking up rays all day.
9. A portable umbrella to shield you from the sun while you read a magazine or snack on watermelon.
10. A floppy hat you'll love because it'll keep your shoulders covered while channeling the most bougie of vibes.
11. A canopy you can attach to any chair to keep you covered while you're ~throwin' shade~ and gossiping with your squad on vacation.
12. A dad hat embroidered with an avocado, so you'll be ready to ~guac 'n' roll~ no matter how brightly the sun is shining.
13. A lightweight lounger for those who can never decide if they'd rather sit directly on a towel in the sand or physically in a chair.
14. A sexy sarong you'd commit to early morning beach plans for just so you can show it off.
15. Affordable cat eye sunglasses to keep on hand for when you inevitably lose yet another pair in the ocean.
16. A beach chair with built-in suspension support, perfect for napping off your hangover at the beach with the utmost comfort.
17. A cooler on wheels for storing ALL of your beach beverages and snacks without pulling out your back.
18. And an insulated water bottle that'll assure you won't get dehydrated while people watching in the sand.
19. Stylish Jack Rogers' jellies, a must-have for anyone wanting to bring an extra touch of style to their swimwear.
20. Or regular ol' flip flops, in case your priority is simply to protect your toes from the scalding sand.
21. Quick-drying swim trunks from Patagonia made of 100% recycled nylon you'll want in every color (and there's A LOT of options).
22. Glasses with colored lenses that'll take a boring outfit and transform it into an Insta-worthy look.
23. Cabana-striped pool towels to make you feel like you're truly on vacation — even if you're just lounging at your local beach.
24. Quirky clips you can attach to your beach chair to secure your towel so you NEVER have to fret about it blowing in the wind again.
25. A lunch bag that'll store your sandwich, chips, fruit, and a drink for a day at the beach without sacrificing an ounce of style.
26. Or an insulated bag with a shoulder strap, capable of holding up to six cans. You're welcome.
27. A waterproof portable bluetooth speaker, so you'll never have to fumble with headphone wires at the beach again.
28. A tropical cami with a ruffled hem that'll make you want to order a piña colada to take selfies with for Instagram.
29. A waterproof Kindle Paperwhite, excellent for getting lost in a steamy romance novel without the entire beach noticing.
30. Or a subscription to Book of the Month, in case you prefer to get lost in a physical book.
31. A mesh beach bag with SO many pockets it'll make your organization-loving heart want to burst.
32. A sand- and waterproof mat, perfect for your pal who DETESTS the feeling of sand on their skin but you refuse to let sit home all summer.
33. A non-greasy sunscreen stick you can apply in a snap to make sure your skin is perfectly protected.
34. Underarm deodorant wipes infused with coconut milk and essential oils as well as witch hazel and shea butter, great for when you've been sweating in the sun ALL day.
35. Sporty slides you can slip into quickly to go grab an ice cream cone for you and your beach buddy.
36. An advanced sand castle building kit so you and your friends can attempt to recreate all the Seven Kingdoms from Game of Thrones.
37. And a magic carpet towel that'll take your beach trip to ~a whole new world~.
All that's left to do now is pack a bag and head out for some fun in the sun!☀️
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