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Whether you’re going away for Labor Day or sneaking in a late summer vacation, hit the beach with our favorite essentials! Take a look at our beach trip checklist and add these fun finds to your list!

Beach-Ready Vacation Checklist

Start by reading these general tips on packing for summer travel:

Here’s our ultimate beach trip checklist:

One Piece | Two Piece Plus

Flattering Swimwear

If you love to make heads turn with swimwear, take a moment to find the right style for your shape. From one-pieces, bikinis, tankinis, skirts, or bandeaus, there’s a style perfect for everybody!

Here are few more guides to help you choose you swimwear:

Bikinis that give the illusion of a larger bust will have a triangular shape to accentuate cleavage. One-piece bikinis are ideal for those who want to bring out an hourglass shape if you’re not too keen on string bottoms. Tankinis and skirts can offer more coverage.

The right style will flatter your figure without drawing attention to areas you’d rather keep covered.

Face Sunscreen | Foldable Hat

Sun Protection

We aren’t just talking about slathering on SPF here! To save your skin from damage, it’s imperative to take a large sun hat, UV-coated sunglasses, and an umbrella.

These essentials will keep your skin protected if your sunscreen has worn off. Large floppy hats are a great way to prevent sun damage on your face and neck, where aging occurs rapidly.

UV-coated sunglasses that cover your entire eyes will prevent squinting, which can cause crow’s feet.

Find out the benefits of polarized sunglasses for women plus my top picks!

Anker Lipstick-Sized Portable Charger I Veho Pebble Verto

Backup Phone Charger

There’s nothing worse than taking a slew of selfies and finding out your battery is running low. If your phone is prone to dying after an Insta-story marathon, then a portable battery charger is easy to bring along to keep your phone alive.

Not only do these external chargers offer lightening speed charging, but with the USB port it can charge pretty much any device!

Find out the best portable power bank chargers for travel!

Wedge | Flip-flop

Comfy Footwear

Keep your feet free from blisters with a comfortable pair of sandals that can be worn from day to night. Either the classic flip-flop or cushioned flats with a little something extra like beading or tassels can add flair to your outfit.

Consider sandals made with water-resistant materials if you might get them wet near the beach!

These are our favorite beach sandals for hot weather travel!

Minimergency® Kit For Her | Criss Cross Shemergency kit

Mini Emergency Kit

Broke a nail or ripped your bikini? A mini emergency kit comes with beauty, skin, and hair essentials as well as little things to fix your shoe or outfit.

This Minimergency 17-piece kit is packed in a tiny carrying case that can be thrown into any purse or bag. From mini hairspray to tame your hair or double-sided tape to fix a hem, the kit is especially handy for fast fixes on the go.

Here’s a list of our essential travel beauty products to bring with you on a trip!

Tunic ( Plus Size ) | Convertible Romper

Cover Up

Slip into something more lunch appropriate with a cover-up. From a flowy bohemian slip dress to a classic caftan tunic, these cover-ups are quintessential part of any summer attire. Made from lightweight and wrinkle-free material, these can conveniently be stored in your beach bag to carry with your throughout the day.

Depending on your bikini, go for a cover-up that compliments your figure while adding an extra flair to your summer look.

These are the best swimsuit coverups of the season!

Akumal Beach Towel | Turkish Towel

Beach Towel

Whether you’re sitting poolside or enjoying the sandy beach, a travel or beach towel is a must to keep you water and sand-free. A colorful towel will come in handy and can be used to drape yourself stylishly, available in various designs from nautical themed to broad stripped patterns.

Travel towels are made from microfiber that allow for quicker absorption and is extra absorbent for easily drying your hair.

Take a look at the best beach towels for travel!

iThrough Paperwhite Waterproof Case | Universal eReader Waterproof Case

Kindle

Relax by the beach and catch up on a good read by taking your Kindle with you. Take your e-books, newspapers and magazines stored conveniently in your Kindle to de-stress and lounge under the sun.

Make sure to keep your device free from sand damage or exposed to moisture by protecting it with the iThrough Paperwhite Waterproof case. The shockproof and dustproof case protects it from any tiny drops of water or sand so you can enjoy your e-book with ease.

S’well Water Bottle | Hydrapak Flexible Bottle

Re-Useable Water Bottle

Stay hydrated and refreshed with your favorite drink stored in a colorful stainless steel bottle. A great way to store your drink is with a re-useable water bottle that can keep it chilled all day.

The S’well Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle keeps liquids chilled long after you’ve spent time on the beach. This way you can prevent excess trash by leaving behind plastic bottles and keeps your drinks cold for 24 hours and hot for 12.

Alternatively, we love the Hydrapak packable bottle!

Tote Bag | Shoulder Bag

Foldable Beach Bag

When you have kids, chances are you need to carry around plenty of snacks, sun screen and back up clothes or flip flops. A lightweight packable beach bag can easily fit everything and then some to keep your beach day organized and hassle-free!

Store everything you need for the beach or use it as a shopping tote to carry around the beach.

Here are the best beach bags and totes for a pool or seaside trip!

What’s on your beach trip checklist? Share your tips in the comments!

Finish the look with these other essentials:

Headed to the Beach for Labor Day? These are Our Essentials