6.07.2010

BEACH WEEK! Outfit of the Week: Beach Ready


Welcome to BEACH WEEK 2010 on Elle Sees. Everyday I'll cover something beachy. Today, is the perfect outfit!

I consider myself something of a beach aficionado, since I grew up near it. As a Southerner, the beach is something that we take seriously (see here  and here), so I wanted to share what I bring with me to the beach.

  • I consider a black bikini to be a super sexy classic. It makes anyone look hot and you can get 'em so cheap! (I'll be wearing a tankini this year though!)

  • A durable beach bag is the ultimate must. Mine's been to several countries and has the sand to prove it!

  • Inside I pack my Ipod (stay tuned for my beach playlist)

  • a trashy summer book (the only place to read one!)

  • sunscreen (the one I use smells like orangesicle!) *note: this is used with caution

  • lip balm with sunscreen (coconut for me) *note: this is used with caution

  • a hat (straw or a ball cap)

  • sunnies (I have a pair that matches every suit. Weird, yes?)

  • black and white towel (to match the bikini ;)

  • hair oil (I love to use the sun and oil as a natual hot oil treatment.)

  • hair elastic (I can't stand my hair touching me when I'm hot)

  • Diet Coke (I drink water too during the day, but I love my DC)

  • a coverup (Mine's from American Eagle and was super cheap)

  • some gold earrings and bangles (if I wanna look super hot)

  • Flip flops (I have a pair just for the beach)

  • a beach chair (see below; it's the best one I've ever used. It holds a drink, has a pocket for a phone/keys, etc. and can lay flat or sit up)

  • a turkey sandwich, fruit, and chips

  • a camera (if there's no pictures, it didn't happen!)


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What are your beach essentials? Where are you going this summer?
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23 comments:

  1. UnknownJune 7, 2010 at 9:45 AM

    You pretty much covered it! I love black bikinis...I have a hard time straying. I'm going to Italy and Paris this summer and definitely plan on hitting up the French/Italian Riviera.

    xx.
    Anna Jane

    http://seejaneworkplaylive.blogspot.com/

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  2. Barbara von EngerJune 7, 2010 at 10:29 AM

    This summer it's Barbados, The Italian Riviera, Mougin, France and Germany's North Sea. I wear a white bikini at the beach. Black is not too good with heat (Sun).
    For my hair I use a leave in conditioner and let the sun do the rest. I hardly ever wear jewellery beachside, but I love wearing jewellery poolside;-)

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  3. jeminaJune 7, 2010 at 10:38 AM

    Hi Elle, thanks for the feedback that you gave me on my blog, I love your post, you have articulately listed all my summer essentials, xoxo

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  4. LauraJune 7, 2010 at 11:07 AM

    Hi Elle,

    Hair oil - thats a great tip, I would never think to do that!

    I'm going to Italy this year and a few London trips. Although I won't be wearing a bikini in London :)

    Great post,

    Laura xx

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  5. iliketweetJune 7, 2010 at 11:24 AM

    This makes me want to go back to the beach...

    tweet tweet tweet

    x

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  6. Closet FashionistaJune 7, 2010 at 11:26 AM

    Great post!! all the essentials! :D
    I'm going to a beach in Rhode Island for a week at the end of the month (I hope...might not be able to because I got a new job)
    http://aclosetfashionista.blogspot.com/

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  7. ChelseaJune 7, 2010 at 11:30 AM

    great post- sounds like you included most of the essentials! i usually bring a fav fashion or gossip magazine with me incase i'm my concentration level is low. i also throw in a thick lulu headband to keep my bangs of my face and my hair out of the way!
    i'm definitely in need of shopping for a new bathing suit. great post!

    http://maritimeshopaholic.blogspot.com

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  8. chic&delightfulJune 7, 2010 at 11:36 AM

    All the things are a must-have!
    In my summer days, I also drink DC almost one par day! :)

    fashionmixtures.blogspot.com

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  9. Diana MieczanJune 7, 2010 at 1:36 PM

    Uhhhh I am making note my darling....What a perfect list!!! Great job:) Kisses and Happy Monday!

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  10. The Neo-TraditionalistJune 7, 2010 at 1:39 PM

    SO cute! I need that straw bag and the dress---so cute yet comfy. You have such an eye!

    XX Katie

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  11. The Neo-TraditionalistJune 7, 2010 at 1:39 PM

    SO cute! I need that straw bag and the dress---so cute yet comfy. You have such an eye!

    XX Katie

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  12. ValerieJune 7, 2010 at 2:42 PM

    I love your beach week idea! You really have all the things I bring to the beach and then some. I always bring magazines, a book, sunscreen, lip balm, water, a towel and hand sanitizer.

    xo
    Valerie

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  13. Lisa GriffinJune 7, 2010 at 2:55 PM

    I have never thought of the oil hair and sun combo, very smart!
    www.indramaticfashion.com

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  14. UnknownJune 7, 2010 at 4:26 PM

    Great job you covered everything I lovvvvvvvve LOVE the beach thanks for this post I so looking forward to the rest of the week :)

    http://iwouldsorockthis.blogspot.com/

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  15. LexyJune 7, 2010 at 8:40 PM

    Can't wait for the beach! Good suggestions!

    xoxo

    Lexy

    FashionNative.com

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  16. JessicaJune 7, 2010 at 8:42 PM

    The black and white towel is fab!

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  17. AnonymousJune 8, 2010 at 12:30 AM

    Black bikinis = classic, definitely. And I love your inclusion of earrings/bangles. I always wear the biggest, brightest, flashiest earrings possible (without venturing into the absurd), and the beach isn't going to stop me ;)

    http://closethound.blogspot.com/

    Sharon

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  18. AnonymousJune 8, 2010 at 1:16 AM

    Love everything on your list!

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  19. JanineJune 8, 2010 at 3:33 AM

    Dude, a hair oil treatment using the sun is GENIUS!

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  20. Chelsea and KorinaJune 8, 2010 at 3:50 AM

    I guess great minds think alike. Out beach essentials are almost identical!

    http://dailycupoffashion.blogspot.com

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  21. TJune 8, 2010 at 3:50 AM

    great suggestions! I just started doing the hair treatment thing this year (I do it with leave in conditioner) it also protects my hair from the salt water. At least I think it does. : )

    I am so with you about finding a grea beach bag. Mine is actually a gardening bag but it works great!

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  22. Michal KurtisJune 8, 2010 at 5:00 AM

    haha if theres no pictures it didnt happen. Love it!

    rawhem.com

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  23. kJune 24, 2010 at 8:12 PM

    I LOVE these beach essentials! Now I just need to go!

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