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15 Best Beach Bags for All of Your Summer Essentials
These trendy and stylish picks will go with anything.
When you're getting ready for the perfect day at the beach or that long anticipated summer vacation, make sure you have all the essentials with you: a fun new swimsuit, water bottle (hydration!), sunscreen, a fluffy beach towel and a beach bag to store everything. Whether you love the sand-filtering function of a technical beach bag, a classic canvas carryall or a straw bag we rounded up the absolute best beach bags for summer 2021. Oh, and yes, there are waterproof and water-resistant styles, too!
Before you head out, it's important to read the CDC guidelines about beaches and pools. You should also double check that your nearest beach/pool allows for you to maintain six feet from other guests while you're in and out of the water.
The eight pockets on this tote will come in handy when packing towels, water bottles, glasses, toys and sunblock. It's also water-proof with a price that can't be beat.
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With over 4,000 5-star reviews on Amazon, it'll be hard to find another beach bag that lives up to this hype. Many customers have said that it can hold all of the essentials and then some. They also noted how great it was that it's water-resistant.
The cheery colors of these beach bags scream summer fun. The lightweight vinyl fabric is durable, and even waterproof and tear resistant. It's ideal for days by the pool or packing groceries for a weekend road trip.
Everyone loves the feeling of sand between their toes, but not so much on the inside of their beach bag! The material on this roomy tote allows sand and water to be filtered through the bottom and the sides.
This spacious nylon bag is machine washable, and easily collapses into a pouch. It also has a detachable zip pocket, which can function as a clutch in a pinch.
We love that you can take this 100% premium linen tote to the beach, market, on a picnic — wherever! It's available in four beautiful colors, and reviewers note how incredibly functional it is.
Made in Maine since 1944, the Boat and Tote is a classic. These heavy-duty canvas totes come in a variety of sizes and the handles have been tested to hold up to 500 pounds.
Available in two sizes, this vegan leather bag is a chic way to step up your beach bag game. You can carry everything you need (including a laptop if you go with the medium one!).
We really like the nautical design here, but we love all the features of this bag, including the: waterproof interior lining, built-in keyholder and bottle opener, and a sand-and waterproof PVC CASE to hold all of your valuables.
This ones for all the parents who need to have their hands free to chase after little ones. The backpack is super light, but has so many compartments, including one for shoes. It's water- and dirt-resistant, and worth the splurge if you also use it as your work bag and diaper bag.
Michelle is the deputy director of the Hearst Lifestyle Group, where she helps oversee multiple brand's strategy efforts on digital. Previously, she was the deputy editor and managing digital editor for Good Housekeeping. She has over 10 years of experience writing and editing lifestyle content.