Holiday edit – beach

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We all know the stress of finding the perfect beach holiday items that don’t break the bank. Hours can be spent trawling the internet and I often find myself wondering if I’ll ever find everything I’m looking for. Luckily for you, we have gathered our top 10 beach holiday essentials and where to find them.

The key to feeling gorgeous on the beach? A bikini that makes you feel amazing. In a fiery red, with a flattering cross over design, feel amazing in this two piece.Screen Shot 2016-08-11 at 13.58.01                                                                                                                        Missguided – £25

Get your crochet fix with this bikini. In white which accentuates your tan coupled with gorgeous detailing, this one will have you feeling amazing without a hefty price tag.Screen Shot 2016-08-11 at 14.00.32                                                                                                                               Boohoo – £20

Don’t fancy a barely-there bikini? One pieces are hot right now with many sophisticated styles. Turn heads in this metallic cut out one-piece. Figure flattering and bold. This one makes a statement. Screen Shot 2016-08-11 at 15.35.29                                                                                                                        Missguided – £35

With a Grecian feel, this sunshine yellow one-piece is sure to make you feel gorgeous.Screen Shot 2016-08-11 at 15.38.09                                                                                                                              ASOS – £20

For when you want to just throw something over your swimwear, a cover up is the perfect companion to a lazy beach holiday. A sheer beach shirt is the perfect beach cover up. In a versatile white (which also shows off your tan!), this will look effortlessly beautiful over any swimwear. Screen Shot 2016-08-11 at 14.13.07                                                                                                                             New Look – £9

It’s easy enough to find flip-flops to take you to and from the beach. But for those of you who want a more stylish alternative, sliders are a great choice to take you from the beach to the bar. Screen Shot 2016-08-11 at 14.14.43                                                                                                                                ASOS – £20

It is a truth universally acknowledged that your sunglasses must make a statement. With so many styles at so many prices it can be hard to find a pair you love without spending a fortune. These cat- eye sunglasses scream sophistication.Screen Shot 2016-08-11 at 14.47.10                                                                                                              QUAY at TKMAXX – £12.99

Alternatively, go all ‘Top Gun’ with a classic pair of aviators. Effortlessly cool.

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Would a beach holiday really be complete without a big floppy hat? Ooze sophistication in this monochrome, oversized hat.Screen Shot 2016-08-11 at 14.54.10                                                                                                                              ASOS – £18.50

What will you carry all these beautiful items in? This straw beach bag with cool suede tassels will make the perfect beach companion.Screen Shot 2016-08-11 at 14.55.31                                                                                                                       Pimkie at ASOS – £29.99

And, of course, how could we forget the guys. It’s important to get the trunks right, basically what you guys live in on holiday. Go all Baywatch in these red shorties.

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It’s easy to forget your feet, but why should the rest of you have all the fun? Keep your feet happy in these slick sliders.Screen Shot 2016-08-11 at 14.59.08                                                                                                                                   NIKE – £19

Finally, a pair of aviators will never date. A simple and suave look for the beach.

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Beatrice Rae

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