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It’s finally Summer. OK, not officially but at least today it feels like it is.
I, for one, can’t wait to bury my freshly polished toes in the warm sand, sit back and listen to the waves dance in and out.
Before any of that daydreaming can turn into day-doing I suppose that I need to get that pedi among other beach essentials.
Now let’s see, what would a day at the beach be without a cute bathing suit, flip flops and a hat? First day hitting the sand is the perfect time to sport that new suit you’ve been dying to wear all year. You know, the one you bought mid-winter only to hold off on accessorizing until your skin was that perfect shade of golden? I’m all about my new Kiini bikini these days! Havaiana flip flops preferably in metallic and flat, not wedge, and a lightweight hat to complete the look and keep you safe from the summer rays. I love a straw fedora or cowboy hat depending on my suit style and mood.
Now that you look like you’ve stepped out of a I ❤ Summer magazine, make sure that your skin is equally as stunning and ready for sunning.
A tinted shimmer SPF is both gorgeous on the skin and will keep you from getting fried. Plus, the subtle color will make you look like you’ve been vacationing all year long!

You look fabulous on the outside, now you need to feel just as good on the inside. Whether you plan to sit back and read, schmooze the crowd or splash in the water, you need your energy. I never leave for the beach with 5 food essentials; water (preferably coconut), pretzels, fruits, carrots and hummus. Ok, maybe the H2O is the only real essential here but for me, there is nothing yummier and healthier than cold, crisp baby carrots dipped in hummus. The combo is filling and low fat. Just don’t forget the breath mints!
Alright, you look great, you feel great, you smell great so what are you waiting for?
Set your iPod to your favorite tunes and go, the beach beckons!