5 great beach bags to use all summer
Stylish carry-alls for fun in the sand
1. L.L. Bean Boat and Tote ($30)
Bean's classic Maine-made canvas tote "will last a lifetime" and is the go-to choice for lugging all your stuff to and from the beach, says The Wirecutter. It's available in a range of 15 accent colors and with either an open top or a zipper. Buy it at Amazon.
2. Billabong Sea Ya Tote Bag ($35)
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Billabong's canvas tote brings more personality to the party in either pastel stripes or a floral print. A big pocket helps keep sandy items separate from the rest, and "the rope handles add to the beachy vibe." Buy it at Amazon.
3. Bando Super Chill Cooler Bag ($32)
There are sturdier, better-insulated cooler bags out there, but none are as fun as Bando's eye-catcher. The water-resistant leatherette cooler holds up to 20 cans and comes as a wedge of grapefruit, orange, or watermelon. Buy it at Amazon.
4. Colorful Mesh Seashell Bags ($14)
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Tuck these lightweight but durable mesh bags in a beach tote and pull them out when it's time for collecting seashells. Kids will love that you can adjust the shoulder strap to their height, and "parents will be spared carrying duties," says New York Magazine. Buy it at Amazon.
5. Mar Y Sol Ibiza Handmade Raffia Tote ($145)
Handwoven in Madagascar from raffia a palm leaves, this stylish carry-all riffs on last year's pom-pom trend with its raffia tassels. The handles are leather, there's a pocket for small items, and the bag comes in six colors. Buy it at Amazon.
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