StyleFile: What's Inside My Beach Bag

StyleFile: 

What's Inside My Beach Bag

Remember the days where the only problem about going to

the beach was finding a ride? I vividly remember

the calls back and fourth with my girlfriends in the mornings of

summer as we scrambled to find an adult to give us a ride...

A parent, older friend or that one person in your group of friends

who got their license before everyone else even though they weren't

suppose to drive anyone but family for 6 months.. Those were the days..

As I've gotten older I've for sure seen my beach bag change..

At first all you needed was a towel and you'd be happy (sunblock? No

Thanks Mom I want to be tan when I go back to school in September!!)

Now I have a handful of items I will never go to the beach or pool without.

From a chic beach towel, the perfect sunnies, healthy snacks and skincare 

products, these are my go-to items that you'll find snuggled inside my 

beach bag..

A.  Natori Beach Towel $35 - You always need a cute towel but 
nothing too busy.  If yours still has a dolphin or Elvis on it, I say it's 
time to go shopping.

B. Michael Kors Large Straw Shopper Bag $114  - When it comes to

finding the perfect beach bag I like to choose something neutral and

on the larger side. You can take this to the beach and afterwards to lunch, 

and the quality is great so you won't be having to replace it next year

if you take good care of it. 

C. COOLA Sunscreen $36 - It wasn't until a couple
of years ago I really started paying close attention to sunscreen
and how important its use is. All brands definitely aren't the same
and finding the best one for you will make you want to wear it more.
I was introduced to this brand, COOLA, 3 months ago and fell in love.
It smells amazing, is organic and alcohol free and is even
antioxidant infused. Being in the California sun can do a toll on your skin
so I always make sure I lather this stuff on when I'm going for a jog,
out and about or just driving around. 

D. KIND BAR $1.99 - It wouldn't be my blog if I didn't mention

food in one capacity or another. Laying in the sun can definitely be draining

so making sure you have a healthy snack that you can keep in your bag is 
important. My favorite snackeroo are KIND BARS because they are packed with 

protein and good carbs and are so yummy! The Almond and Apricot

one is my absolute fave!

E. Bottega Veneta Sunglasses $465 - While some girls are "shoe" or "purse"
girls, my guilty splurge is sunglasses. I could never have enough and anytime
I see a pair I really love I must have them!! Over sized is definitely the way
I go but my favorite shape Is the cat-eye (a slight cat-eye with a more round
shape). Protecting your eyes from the sun is so important so investing in a 
great pair of sunnies is key. Not a day goes by I don't wear my sunnies
(shine, rain, snow, you name it) so I always have enough pairs to
last me a while.

F. EOS Lip Blam $5.99  -  I never used to carry lip balm on me
(only lip gloss) until I moved to LA. The air is different out here and
it is ALWAYS sunny (not complaining) so I am always re-applying
this stuff. It's the perfect size, smells delish and easy to apply.

G. Smart Water, Liter $2.99 -  No matter what I always like to have

at least a liter of water with me when I hit the beach or pool. Staying hydrated while 
your in the sun is key and it doesn't hurt that it does wonders for your skin.

H. PACIFICA Indian Coconut Nectar Body Butter $15 - One of my
best girlfriends wears this all the time and it wasn't long before I got
addicted as well. Imagine the beach and sunny weather with a hint
of coconut and that's what it smells like...Heaven!

Hope you enjoyed reading!
xoxo Sarah