Fashion Friday: Beach Chic

Like it or not, summer is around the corner. In fact, Memorial Day weekend is a mere 29 days away. GASP!

This week I'm joining in on Fashion Friday with some recommendations for looking your chicest the moment your toes hit the sand.

Don't let all that time spent at the gym getting bikini-ready be overshadowed by bland accessories. Every bathing suit should be accompanied by knock-out accessories.

The Cover Up

Crocheted Cover Up - $88 www.garnethill.com

Drawstring Cotton Tunic Cover Up - $88 www.jcrew.com

Sandals
You need a great pair of beach friendly sandals to complement that fresh pedicure! Find a waterproof pair so that sand easily washes off.

Plastic Thong Sandal from Call It Spring, $20

Rubber Sandal from French Connection, $60. Available here.

Tote Bags
What's a trip to the beach without a little baggage? Stow your beach gear in style with one of these bags.

Straw Market Tote Bag, $150 from Lands' End.

These colorful beach totes (designed for kids) can be used by adults as well, $50 Pottery Barn Kids.

HATS
Face protection is an absolute must! Plus, no one likes a sunburned scalp. :(

Jeanne Simmons Tan Wide Brimmed Straw Beach Hat, $27. Sears. GREAT DEAL!

Floppy Striped Hat from San Diego Hat Company. $58. Available in yellow, black, and coral. Available here.

SUNGLASSES
Don't forget to protect your eyes, too!  Be sure to choose a pair that provides protection from ultraviolet radiation.

Channel Jackie O in these chic specs from Ray-Ban. $145.

Aviators are insanely popular right now, and these interchangeable sunglasses from Ray-Ban are a great deal at $155. Available here.

Hit the beach this summer by putting your best perfectly pedicured feet forward! 

Be sure to stop by the other Fashion Friday participants especially All Things Chic which is featuring some fun shoes by Sorel.