Are you spending time on the beach, out at the lake or even just relaxing by the pool this summer?
Are you planning on taking your cell phone, MP3 player or even just a book with you?
Let’s think about what happens when sensitive electronics (or even just paper) get exposed to water, sand or even sunscreen.
Not a very pretty picture, right?
Luckily, there are options!
Packing your sensitive gear into a waterproof bag allows you to still enjoy it, but keep all those pricey goodies safe.  And there are some really cute options too.

This small tote is actually designed for stashing your wet …read more

Do you need a break from the intense colors of summer?  Too much bold yellow and bright turquoise?  How about trying some summer whites?  Soft, elegant and very wearable when the mercury starts to climb…
The Love Dove pendant from Rimistyle:

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The “Charis” woven leather high heeled mule from Sofft:

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Cooler evenings or need a beach cover-up?  Cover your shoulders with this ivory silk wrap from Amen:

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The “Rosarita – Gwen“  embroidered leather tote from Lockheart has a relaxed, boho feel – perfect for sultry summer days:

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The Beauty & Style channel is having a cancer-awareness month so I thought I really should join in! After all, you can protect yourself and shop for accessories – it’s the perfect combination
Sun hats are a great way to keep the sensitive skin around your face protected (and reduce wrinkles too!). The “Squishee” sun hat from Eric Javits is a breathable mix of cotton, rayon, vicose and nylon and is made in the USA!

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Sunglasses are another must-have – they’ll help prevent premature aging, skin cancer and even cataracts. Make sure that your …read more

Doesn’t this white patent leather “St Tropez” bag by Furla look like the perfect bag to toss a book & some sunscreen in and head to the beach?
Okay,  so patent leather isn’t always beach-happy – but I’m going to be stuck inside all day and I need something to wish for
And besides, it’s 40% off at Bluefly!

I can’t go anywhere without my cellphone… or camera… or iPod   Which is why I think this handy little totebag is so cool!

It’s a beach tote from Reware with a flexible solar panel built right into it!  The solar panel is enough to charge small electronics & even comes with the plug

Did you know that Amazon.com has some amazing deals on great designer names?

This Prada handbag is on sale for 90% off!

How about a Burberry “Heath” hobo bag for $259.00 – 33% off.

This is a limited edition “Bubble Fish” tote from Coach!

Did you know that the only truly proven anti-aging trick is to avoid too much sunlight?  Sunburns can wreak havoc with your skin and can even cause skin cancer.  Isn’t it worthwhile to avoid the burn, especially if you can do it in something cute like this?

This is a natural straw hat from Hat Attack.  I love the detailing on the brim

I just finished writing about winter hats to keep us warm, but I have to admit, I would rather be shopping for sunglasses. Well, in a couple of months I will be heading south for Christmas and it had better be warm!!
And these are one cool pair of sunglasses. No, lets say that they are one hot pair of sunglasses. I like the word hot a whole lot better!
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I have to admit that I never really thought of a novel as an accessory until I stopped by The Fashionable Kiffen and noticed that Jacqueline had included it on her blog… after pointing out that the cover could quite easily match whatever you are wearing on the beach. Makes sense to me especially after reading that the book is “romantic comedy peppered with fashionable tidbits and the heroine wears tons of fabulous vintage.”
A few hours on a beach with something light and fluffy is just what I need on a regular basis!