It seems as though the weather on the East Coast will not be cooperating this weekend, so kicking off summer may mean less beach, more movie-going. You can still be prepared for the sun's arrival with beachy basics that have you covered all season long.
From picnics in the park to sunsets in the sand, here are some summery designs you will want close at hand.
Serena and Lily just launched the most amazing Shop at the Beach in Wainscott, LI where I spotted this heavenly perch. Spend lazy days swinging away in their woven Double Hanging Rattan Chair. Throw some of their festive printed pillows into the mix, a cool lemonade and a good book, and you are all set.
Photo courtesy of Crate and Barrel
A summer classic, the Adirondack Chair gets a modern spin with
Crate and Barrel's Vista Chair. Strong lines give their teak version an entirely new look.
Photo courtesy of C. Wonder
Carry meals to and fro the garden or set up bar on this Melamine Cane Tray from
C. Wonder in a classic navy and white color combo.
Photo courtesy of West Elm
Inventive and festive patterns can transform melamine plates into another realm. Fun plastic plates should never be boring, as with
West Elm's cheery Mexican-inspired Bright Shapes design, available in pink, yellow and orange salad and dinner sized versions.
Iced tea and lemonade quench thirst better when consumed from a chic glass, in this case,
C. Wonder's Cane Tumbler Plastic Glass.
Photo courtesy of World Market
Could this flatware be any chicer? Dipped-handle enamel and stainless steel flatware from
World Market is picnic ready and a major steal. The great color adds punch to a summer table.
Photo courtesy of Pomegranate
The new coral and shell Lyford print in aqua from
Pomegranate is one of my favorites. The two color hand-blocked pattern is casual and breezy.
Photo courtesy of Terrain
Have a bottle opener handy at all times, you never know when the party will start.
Terrain Just Hooked Fish bottle opener will ensure the ginger beer is flowing.
Photo courtesy of Target
Named after my favorite beach, Surfside, Nate Berkus's
Target Collection Towel with an interlocking woven pattern in navy and white is chic and crisp.
Photo courtesy of Jonathan Adler
Pillows that look nice both outdoors and in are tricky to find.
Jonathan Adler's Aegean Wave Pillow in cobalt with turquoise trim is a good summer find.
Photo courtesy of Matouk
Amazing graphic abstract patterns on plush beach towels from
Matouk, now available through their website.
Photo courtesy of C. Wonder
Perfect your swing with
C. Wonder's Paddle Set in lively stripes.
Photo courtesy of Turkish T
Stock up on soft cotton
Turkish-T Fouta towels in the skinny Candy Stripe, they double as a beach towel, sarong and scarf.
Photo courtesy of Iomoi
Stash jewelry, shoes and small stuff in
Iomoi's monogrammed canvas set of 3 Travel Bags. You will feel SO organized. Choose from a darling assortment of custom designs and motifs Irene has designed.
Photo courtesy of J. Crew
Pack beach balls and towels in a roomy tote, like this one designed by the talented graphic artist Virginia Johnson for
J. Crew with friendly sharks swimming in a blue sea.
