Must Haves: Summer Fashion and Beach Basics
Memorial Day is upon us and that means it’s time to spruce up that summer wardrobe and get yourself beach-ready. From bathing suits and cover-ups to hats, flip-flops and sundresses, everything you need, you’ll find right here on the island. There are plenty of new stores to check out, along with all of your old favorites, so get ready to shop until you drop!
1. EVERYDAY LEGGINGS
The Everyday Legging is the only legging you’ll be in this summer. Designed by Addison Bay, this sweat-wicking, high-waisted legging can be worn for high-intensity workouts or a morning stroll for coffee. The simple yet stylish colored stripes around the left leg add the perfect detail to make these leggings pop.
Addison Bay
2619 Dune Drive #2, Avalon
addisonbay.com
2. SUMMER PANTS
Ease away from your sweats and look effortlessly chic, with this wide-leg, high-waisted Nautical Pant from Ellor. The lightweight pinstripe pant is fitted in the hips with coconut shell side buttons for a super-flattering profile. This must-have pant pairs nicely with your favorite tee, crop top or summer sweater.
Annabelle
2174 Dune Drive, Avalon
annabelle-avalon.com
3. LUXURY TOWELS
Hand-made with 100% super-absorbent cotton, these towels are great on the beach, by the pool or in the bath. Generously sized at 38-by-70 inches, they come in a bunch of great fun colors!
Armadillo Ltd.
2761 Dune Drive, Avalon
4. SERVING BOARDS
Serving boards have been a big hit recently. Whether you create a simple spread with crackers and cheese or like to spice it up with fruit and meats, you will want it to look nice for your guests. These Austin Blue serving boards from Blue Pheasant come in two sizes and are ideal for your beach house table.
Blufish Designs
2021 Dune Drive, Avalon
Outlet store: Route 9 & 83, Clermont
blufishdesigns.com
5. SEAL SCULPTURE
When decorating your beach house, it can be tricky trying to bring the outside in. Sometimes just small accents are enough to help you embrace the island life. This polyresin sculpture of a mother and baby seal is playful yet sophisticated. Perfect for any room where your guests will be able to see it!
Coastal Designer Outlet
556 Sea Isle Boulevard, Ocean View
coastaldesigner.com
6. COVER-UP
This Pomtastic cover-up will look totally chic over any bathing suit. The material is lightweight enough to not make you hot but still provides complete coverage. Ideal for a beach day with friends, a trip on the boat or sitting poolside. It comes in pink and navy.
Coco Blu Boutique
9510 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
7. BASEBALL HATS
Everyone knows that wearing a hat is important to protect your face and eyes from the sun. We love these mesh hats that are part of the Pacific Headwear Vintage Collection. The mesh allows your head to breathe when the temperatures are getting hot! These hats come in many colors, so you can grab one to match each bathing suit!
Fred’s Tavern and Liquor Store
314 96th Street, Stone Harbor
2258 Dune Drive, Avalon
fredstavern.net
8. TEVA SANDALS
When you live at the beach, a great pair of sandals is a must. Teva makes a variety of sandals that have Velcro straps to give you that extra support and to ensure you won’t lose a shoe in the water. Great for hikes and beach walks, these sandals will provide support anywhere you want to go. They come in a variety of styles and colors for everyone in your family.
Global Pursuit
262 96th Street, Stone Harbor
9. ONE-PIECE BATHING SUIT
Bikinis are a beach staple, but when you are chasing little ones or want to cover up just a bit more, a one-piece is the way to go. This tiger-print suit from WeWoreWhat will have you standing out on the beach for all of the right reasons!
Here Comes the Sun
2101 Ocean Drive, Avalon
herecomesthesunavalon.com
10. PICKLEBALL SET
Time to have some outside fun! This Pro Kadima Pickle Pro Set comes complete with two wood racquets with marine-grade lacquer and protective edge, a ball, and mesh carrying bag. It’s everything you need and easy to carry.
Hoy’s 5 & 10
2800 Dune Drive, Avalon
219 96th Street, Stone Harbor
hoys510.com
11. BEACH PHOTO SESSIONS
Ready for a different type of photography session? A session that is easy, laid-back and fun? The Beach Day Session is all about enjoying time with your family at the beach ... playing in the sand, looking for shells, jumping the waves, boogie boarding and so much more. For more information, contact Nancy Elizabeth Photography through her website and check out her Instagram for more photos.
Nancy Elizabeth Photography
nancyelizabethphotography.com
instagram.com/nancyelizabethphotography/
12. COOL CLOTHING
It’s all in the detail! These embroidered cotton and linen dresses and tops are made in Greece. They are a perfect fit for our laid-back island lifestyle!
Olive Tree
211 96th Street, Stone Harbor
13. ICE CREAM ART
I scream, you scream! Ice cream meets the beach in this gorgeous artwork that will be a highlight to any room in the house. Created by The Bisaillon Brothers, it is a poured resin/mixed media piece of art. The size is 48-by-32 inches.
Ocean Galleries
9618 Third Avenue, Stone Harbor
297 22nd Street, Avalon
oceangalleries.com
14. FLIRTY DRESS
When you live at the beach, you want to have outfits to choose from that work as a beach cover-up and are perfect to go right to happy hour in. After all, who wants to waste time running home to change? This Oliphant cinched dress is the ideal go-to all summer long.
The Preppy Palm
2533 Dune Drive, Avalon
preppypalm.com
15. CUSTOM DRINKWARE
Keep summer cocktails and beach refreshments cool with limited-edition custom drinkware from YETI. These custom Stone Harbor and Avalon-themed designs have just been released in spring fashion colors for a limited time only!
Seashore Ace Home & Outdoor Living
260 96th Street, Stone Harbor
seashoreace.com
16. BRAMI TOPS
Brami tops are a big hit with this summer’s fashion scene. They come in a variety of styles and colors and are easy to pair up with shorts, jeans and even a cute skirt. Pictured are several options from Free People.
She Be Surfin’
2516 Dune Drive, Avalon
225 96th Street, Stone Harbor
shebesurfin.com
17. PORTABLE SMART SPEAKER
Meet Sonos Roam, the ultra-portable smart speaker that allows you to bring the Sonos experience everywhere you go. Sonos’ smartest and most versatile speaker sounds incredible for its size, is effortless to set up and control, and packs new innovation into a premium, lightweight and durable design.
Sound Advice & Video
336 96th Street, Stone Harbor
visitsoundadvice.com
18. COMFORTABLE SANDALS
Cacatoes sandals are designed in France, made in Brazil and the perfect upgrade to your flip-flops! Wear all day while running errands and throw them back on when you head out at night. The best part is that they come in a variety of styles and colors and smell like candy!
Tiger Lily
268 21st Street, Avalon
19. LUCKY CHARM
A gold Lucky Charm to wear wherever you may go! Available in French or Italian with various gemstones and enamel colors, each delicately engraved with a star on the reverse as a powerful symbol of guidance and good fortune…which will you choose?
Trendz
209 96th Street, Stone Harbor
trendzstoneharbor.com
20. BED LINENS
Love where you live! Luxury at your fingertips … sink into fresh, new bed linens for a rejuvenating night’s sleep. Available both as quilted coverlets and duvets with coordinating sheeting.
Trendz Home
215 96th Street, Stone Harbor
