Beach or Bust! Shop These 10 Spring Break Essentials

We're Already Thinking About Our Top Spring Break Essentials
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You heard us right…we’re already making our spring break wish list.  We may be jumping the gun on spring break talk, but we’ve decided that dreaming about any sort of beachy getaway is an instant way to perk up on a dreary winter day. From finding the perfect sunnies, to deciding on a colorful coverup, to settling on a pair of statement sandals, the hunt for all of the necessary beach vacation essentials is—dare I say—as exciting as the vacay itself?!

Click through the slideshow above to find our top 10 spring break essentials that any beach bum won’t be caught without.  After you flip through, tell us what else you’ll be packing on your next beach vacay in the comments below!  Cheers, Kat

P.S. Check out our beach bag essentials while you’re at it, and read our tips for traveling like a pro if you’re going abroad soon. xo 

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SWIMSUIT

SWIMSUIT

Pack your favorite new swimsuit (we've been favoriting so many chic one-pieces lately!), because you'll be living in it.

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HAT

HAT

Don't be caught on the beach without a hat, one of the most stylish (and smart!) accessories.

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BEACH TOTE

BEACH TOTE

Don't forget a large beach tote to carry all of your necessities during your long day in the sun.

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SUNNIES

SUNNIES

A great pair of sunnies will not only shield the sun, they'll complete your super-easy beach style.

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COVER UP

COVER UP

Throw on a comfortable cover up to get you from sand to hammock to beach and back again.

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BEACH TOWEL

BEACH TOWEL

A chic beach towel for lounging is a MUST, and it can easily double as a colorful outfit accessory while you're on the way to the shore.

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SANDALS

SANDALS

Pack a pair that's easy to flip off at the sound of a hat, and comfortable for strolling the boardwalk at night.

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TASSELS

TASSELS

Tassel everything, please! These playful and (generally so affordable) pieces are the perfect sunny statement to your vacay look. Try stacking a few tassel necklaces!

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SPF

SPF

We can talk all day about beach vacation essentials, but wouldn't be anywhere without proper SPF.

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DRINK IN-HAND

DRINK IN-HAND

Lastly (and maybe most importantly?!), a mouth-watering tropical cocktail is a must. Bonus points if you enjoy it in one of our bestselling pineapple tumblers!

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