Must Haves: Beach Basics and Summer Fashion
Summer is my favorite season to shop for, especially when you can shop on Seven Mile Beach. Our stores have the best stuff that is perfect for your summer wardrobe or your summer home. We searched each store (and thoroughly enjoyed doing it) for the best products you need this summer. Happy shopping!
1. Avalon Lifeboat Decor
If you’re heading to the beach, you'll need a lifeguard boat. However, this one makes for a better decoration than a lifesaver. The boats come in two sizes with all of the town names from Cape May to Ocean City. They make a perfect addition to your beach house, or to someone else’s as a hostess gift.
Coastal Designer Outlet
556 Sea Isle Boulevard, Ocean View
2. Nautical Trays and Accessories Boxes
Part of the Jenson Collection, these nautical serving trays and accessory boxes are great pieces to have poolside. Let your guest store their valuables in one of these boxes before they jump into the pool. Then serve them snacks on these matching trays. The navy anchors give the nautical feel your beach house needs!
Complete Interiors
2320 Dune Drive, Avalon
3. Surfer Dude
The Outdoor Toy of the Year when it hit the market, the Surfer Dude is a totally cool, completely fun toy that every child must have. Throw it into the ocean and it rights itself and rides the waves back to you just like a real surfer. Guaranteed all-day enjoyment! Comes in six colors so you can pick up one for everyone on your list.
Hoy’s 5 & 10
219 96th Street, Stone Harbor
2800 Dune Drive, Avalon
4. Trucker Hats
You can never have too many hats, especially when you are spending your summer at the beach. These have a mesh back so your head won’t get hot, either. Ocean hair? No problem. Throw on one of these trucker hats for a quick fix. They come in a variety of colors to match every suit!
Fred’s Tavern & Liquor Store
314 96th Street, Stone Harbor
2258 Dune Drive, Avalon
5. Versatile Skirts
Not too long, not too short, the Nixie skirt is an easy-to-wear, high-waisted straight skirt. Perfect for wearing over your bathing suit so you can head to happy hour right after the beach! The combination of 82% nylon and 18% spandex helps it keep its shape while staying easy to take care of.
Gingy’s Boutique
9718 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
6. Children’s Bathing Suits & Cover-ups
If you want to get the kids beach-ready fast, just pop into Nesting for a huge selection of suits, cover-ups and T-shirts perfect for the beach. This boys’ suit made by Feather 4 Arrow and matching T-shirt have the shark theme that is super popular and your little boy will love. The little girls’ suit and cover-up are made by Snapper Rock with UPF 50, so she can stay protected from the sun while she plays!
Nesting
9504 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
7. T-Shirt Skirts
The name of the game these days is to reuse and recycle whatever you can. Designed by Sardine Clothing Company, these one-of-a-kind skirts are made out of upcycled T-shirts. There are three different designs and sizes run from XS-XL.
Small Crafts Advisory
9506 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
8. Tumbler Set
We love the idea of having tumblers that don’t break for your poolside meals or after-dinner drinks. Made by Stinson Studios, these handmade oak tumblers are flame roasted on the inside with heat sealing the wood grain, and replicating the slightly smoky, oak cask aging conditions of your favorite cocktail. Each Oak Tumbler is hand-turned from a single block of white oak. They are sure to be a talking piece!
Ocean Galleries
2199 Ocean Drive, Avalon
9618 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
9. Seashell Necklace
This 18k gold shell necklace with aquamarine stones is designed by Sara Beltran and is the ultimate accessory to any summer outfit. Perfect for when you want to add some sparkle with a beach vibe.
Trendz
209 96th Street, Stone Harbor
10. Cooler Bags
When packing a big, heavy cooler isn’t an option, these cooler bags by Sunnylife are the perfect alternative! They come in various sizes and designs and keep your stuff cool for up to 4 hours.
The Preppy Palm
2533 Dune Drive, Avalon
11. Environmentally Safe Sunscreen
The It’s All Good line has everything you need to stay safe in the sun this summer, and more. We love the lip balm and the coconut-scented face stick. All of its products are organic with no animal testing, and safe for coral reefs. Protect your skin while you protect the environment: It’s a win-win!
It’s All Good
2307 Dune Drive, Avalon
12. Sundress
When you know you are hitting happy hour after the beach, this linen sundress by Rails makes a perfect cover-up and happy-hour outfit. Designed in Los Angeles, it’s where simple and chic collide to make the perfect summer go-to piece!
Closet Boutique
2509 Dune Drive, Avalon
13. Stylish Cover-Ups
Cover-ups don’t have to be big and bulky like your mom used to wear. Now you can stay stylish and cool in this cover-up by Flax. The linen material ensures it will dry quickly. They come in a variety of colors and designs, including a button-down version.
Olive Tree
211 96th Street, Stone Harbor
14. Beach Chairs
Telescope Casual beach chairs are made in the USA and have been a favorite of beachgoers for generations. Seashore Ace Home & Outdoor Living stocks a variety of colors and styles so you are guaranteed to find the perfect one for you!
Seashore Ace Home & Outdoor Living
260 96th Street, Stone Harbor
15. Mid-Length Dress
Everyone must have a simple, mid-length dress in their closet this summer. We chose this one from Bishop + Young, a brand known for its strong sense of style with a rich mix of texture and color. The dark navy pinstripe against the white background is eye-catching and slightly nautical. We love the tie front bodice that gives the dress a sophisticated feel and keeps you on trend for summer. This is sure to become a go-to dress in your summer wardrobe
Annabelle
2174 Dune Drive, Avalon
16. Luxurious Beach Towels
Where comfort meets practicality. These oversized towels are part of the Hamman Beach line by Sorema. Made from 100% cotton, one side is linen and the other is terry cloth so you can dry off quickly and your towel will dry out quickly, too. They come in a variety of designs and colors.
Trendz Home
215 96th Street, Stone Harbor
17. UPF 50+ Hats
Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation and made by the Walleroo Hat Company, you can protect your head and face from the sun all summer long in style. They come in different colors and are easy to just stuff in your bag as they won’t lose their shape.
Stephanie’s of Stone Harbor
9720 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
18. Bevanda Containers
Keep your drinks cool in these awesome containers made by Bevanda. From water bottles to tumblers and everything in between, they come in different sizes and colors. Made from stainless steel, they are super durable and BPA-free. The double-walled, vacuum insulation design will keep your drinks cold in the extremist of hot temperatures.
Blufish Designs
2021 Dune Drive, Avalon
237 96th Street, Stone Harbor
Outlet Store: 4 Clermont Drive, Clermont
19. Beach Pants
These beach pants, by Splendid, are super cute and super practical. The linen fabric will keep you covered yet cool, even on the hottest days. Throw on a cute top and head right to happy hour after the beach and you will be the most stylish one there.
Tiger Lily
268 21st Street, Avalon
20. Statement Necklaces
Pearls come straight from the ocean and will never go out of style. Pierre & Harry have come up with a variety of designs, colors, and lengths to make these perfect accent pieces for your summer wardrobe. Wear alone or wear a few together, any way you choose!
Armadillo, Ltd.
2761 Dune Drive, Avalon
21. Jersey Shore Pillow
This embroidered pillow by catstudio makes a great gift for someone’s beach house, and you'll want one for yourself. The pillow is embroidered on a light tea-color cotton that zips off for easy cleaning. Set it out on a lounge chair poolside and it’s guaranteed to be a talking piece. The original design celebrates the beloved Jersey Shore. From Sandy Hook to Cape May, it’s all there!
Gypsy Lane Home
300 96th Street, Stone Harbor
22. App to Control Your Home
Before you head home from the beach, use the Crestron Pyng app to turn up the AC, pull up (or put down) your shades, and get your home ready for your arrival. Now you can do it all with just a few moves on your iPad.
Sound Advice
336 96th Street, Stone Harbor
