Life’s a beach: 12 summer-ready items to wear to the beach and beyond

19 December 2024
By Fashion Quarterly

Dial up the temperature and make a splash in these editor-approved summer staples.

With the summer holidays mere heartbeats away, it’s time to decide on the pieces we’ll be living in this season. Whether you’re lounging by the shore or strolling the boardwalk, our editor-approved lineup of summer staples that will ensure you’re making waves in all the right ways.

This summer, it’s all about effortless elegance with a touch of playful charm. A one-piece swimsuit by Bondi Born offers timeless sophistication, while a bikini set from SIR is perfect for those wanting to embrace bold cuts and contemporary styling. Stepping away from the beach? Pair your swimwear with versatile cover-ups and accessorise with beach-side essentials like a classic bucket hat from Marle and effortless Birkenstock sandals. Don’t forget the finishing touches: the Meadowlark crab charm necklace adds whimsical elegance, while Raaie’s Sun Milk Drops SPF50 will keep your skin glowing and protected. 

12 items to make a splash in this summer

Bondi Born ‘Hana’ one-piece swimsuit, $304.
Bondi Born ‘Hana’ one-piece swimsuit, $304.
SIR. ‘Stevie’ halter balconette, $135, SIR. ‘Stevie’ ruched brief, $135.
SIR. ‘Stevie’ halter balconette, $135, SIR. ‘Stevie’ ruched brief, $135.
Meadowlark crab charm necklace, $299.
Meadowlark crab charm necklace, $299.
Hunza G ‘Domino’ swimsuit, $419, from Superette.
Hunza G ‘Domino’ swimsuit, $419, from Superette.
Raaie Sun Milk drops tinted SPF50, $100.
Raaie Sun Milk drops tinted SPF50, $100.
Bondi Born ‘Leiden’ relaxed pant, $415.
Bondi Born ‘Leiden’ relaxed pant, $415.
Birkenstock ‘Mayari’ Birko-Flor sandals, $240.
Birkenstock ‘Mayari’ Birko-Flor sandals, $240.
Marle ‘Kuia’ hat, $180.
Marle ‘Kuia’ hat, $180.
Baina ‘Roman’ beach towel, $130.
Baina ‘Roman’ beach towel, $130.
Fella Swim ‘Pareo’ sarong, $134.
Fella Swim ‘Pareo’ sarong, $134.
SIR. ‘Toni’ halter dress, $584.
SIR. ‘Toni’ halter dress, $584.

This article was originally published in Fashion Quarterly’s Summer 2024 issue

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