Pool/Beach Day Necessities

Summer is the time to relax, enjoy the sunshine, and stay cool. To make sure you don't forget anything crucial (We've all kicked ourselves for forgetting sunscreen here are a few pool or beach day essentials 

A good beach bag to hold everything (This one I just bought from TJ Maxx, and I sadly couldn't find it online)
  • A hat to protect you from the sun and to turn some heads
  • Cute sunglasses that match whatever style you choose
  • Obviously a cute swim suit (This one from Modcloth is one of my favorites and is currently on sale!)
  • Sunscreen (I use Neutrogena Ultra Sheer SPF 100 which really helps protect my very fair skin without clogging my pores or leaving behind a residue)
  • Waterproof Makeup (I don't like to wear a lot of makeup if I know I am going swimming, so a light BB cream and some waterproof mascara is all I need (Katy Kat Mascara is my new fave and Maybelline Pure BB Cream is a tried and true must have!) 
  • Also a light dusting of bronzer can't hurt. The new Benefit Hula Lite Matte Bronzer is a perfect color that gives me a nice natural color.

  • A good book (I take my kindle everywhere I go so I don't have to worry about ruining any of my paper books)
  • A beach towel 
  • Water bottle to stay hydrated
  • And lastly, Good Vibes and Good Times, because Summer will end before you know it so be sure to take some time to enjoy it!
What are some of your beach or pool essentials? Do you have any recommended beach reads? Let me know in the comments?

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