It’s time for another instalment of ‘The Edit’ – my regular series sharing considered buys to help you enjoy simple, relaxed moments at home and beyond. And with summer here, my focus this month is everything you need for a day at the beach.
As always, I’ve focused on timeless, versatile pieces that you can keep and use for years to come, so you’ll find elegant accessories, classic go-with-everything sandals, and minimalist swimwear made from recycled plastic and recovered fishing nets. I’ve also included a portable deckchair, lamp and parasol, a beautiful picnic set, and my favourite tried-and-tested sunscreen. And for dips in the sea or lounging on the sand, there’s a quick-drying towel from sustainable linen brand Lapuan Kankurit that barely takes up any space in your luggage and doubles as a handy travel blanket.
- Cotton voile sarong, £55, ARKET [AD – affiliate link]
- ‘Makala’ floppy beach hat, £59, Hush
- Finlay ‘Henrietta’ sunglasses, £150, Trouva [AD – affiliate link]
- Sunnylife picnic cooler basket with cutlery, plates, cups, a bottle opener and a wooden cutting board, £111, Amara [AD – affiliate link]
- Acacia-wood folding beach chair, £80, Dear Sam
- New Works ‘Sphere’ portable lamp, available in grey (shown), bronze and green, £133.90, Nordic Nest [AD – affiliate link]
- Handwoven jute tote bag, £49 for a small one or £59 for a large one, The Future Kept
- Lapuan Kankurit ‘Nyytti’ giant linen towel, £69.75, Finnish Design Shop [AD – affiliate link]
- Protective SPF30 lip balm, £13, Aesop [AD – affiliate link]
- Ferm Living parasol with carry bag, available in beige (shown) or khaki, £395, Made in Design [AD – affiliate link]
- Beach tennis set, £135, Skagerak
- SPF50 body sunscreen, £21.90, Typology
- Recycled plastic ‘Re-swim’ bikini, available in black (shown), ochre, navy and violet (the top and bottoms can also be purchased separately if you want to mix and match), £62, Organic Basics [AD – affiliate link]
- ‘Gemma’ leather sandals, available in numerous colours (shown is ‘Cocobutter’), £46, TKEES [AD – affiliate link]
- Ferm Living organic wool and cotton picnic blanket, £105, Trouva [AD – affiliate link]
- V-neck swimsuit made from recycled nylon and recovered fishing nets, £55, ARKET [AD – affiliate link]
- Organic bikini wash (travel size), £6, EG Damgaard
If you’re journeying far to reach the beach, you might also like my ‘stress-free travel’ edit from April, which you can find here.
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Collage images via the respective brands and retailers; all other photography by Abi Dare
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