Tula calls this wide brimmed beauty a Gardener Hat, but I imagine it'd be just as useful away from the flower bed, don't you? After all, the Gardener Hat's wide brim would keep off sun no matter where you are, including your local break. Its styling is simple but classic, with a tightly woven finish, distinctive wide brim, and unisex feel. I'm not so sure about the leather strap though.…

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Jetpilot reminds us that rash guards aren't just for tiny tote with this MVP surf shirt. I appreciate that the MVP was crafted especially for women. Jetpilot appreciates the differences between the genders, so it doesn't take the one style suits all approach of many surf labels. Its made from flexible lycra which hugs the figure and moves as you do. That makes it ideal for surfers, vo…

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Under Armour makes sun protection simple with this Eazy Breezy Cover-Up. The styling reminds me a lot of those cute shift dresses tennis playing women wear. The V-neck and empire waist certainly give the Eazy Breezy a sporty feel that's perfect for busy beachgoers. However I'm not sure any tennis dresses are made from French terry cloth. While that fabric's not appropriate for the…

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Olukai puts comfort first with its Kumu flip flops. That's not to say that the Kumus are ugly; they're just a bit ordinary. The pearlesque straps on this particular color combination make them feel a little more dressed up than the other Kumus, but they're still pretty simple. They're inoffensive enough, but I can't imagine anyone will buy them for their looks. The Kumus really come…

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Mud Pie takes inspiration from the ocean with its Coral Charm Flip Flops. But are they perfect for the beach? These are a really good looking pair of flip flops, with a bold coral design on a round medallion at the toes. The golden charm is complemented by the matching straps. The metallic finish makes them seem more sophisticated than your average pair of flip flops, so you could get aw…

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Juicy Couture offers us two cute looks for one low price with this Live for Love beach bag. The canvas side features the bold Live for Love slogan emblazoned across the gentle pink colored front. The interior is cleverly lined with velour, which should soak up some of the moisture from damp beach towels and swimming costumes. There's plenty of space for these items and other seaside e…

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Grand Trunk creates a towel that's as green as it looks with this bamboo towel. I concede that this towel looks pretty boring. It's plain, and not even a particularly fetching shade of green. But what it lacks in looks it makes up for with smarts. This towel is crafted from a unique blend of cotton and organic bamboo viscose. The material feels silky soft against the skin, and is quick to…

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Miraclesuit fakes us out with this clever Fantastic Faux Swimsuit. It appears like a tankini with a matching pair of briefs, but it’s actually a one-piece! The Fantastic Faux is really a swimsuit for girls that want to cover up. If you're self-conscious about carrying some extra weight you might appreciate the loose-fitting tankini style top. It skims problem areas rather than…

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Miraclesuit adds a splash of Spanish flair to a classic bandeau swimsuit with the Flamenco. Soft rows of ruffles criss-cross across the top of this swimsuit, highlighting its familiar sweetheart neckline. The frills make the Flamenco feel very feminine, as well as enhancing the bust. If you're petite the ruffles will add volume, and if you're curvy they'll draw attention to thos…

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Bikini | Blue Beaded Halter Neck Swim Top"> Bikini | Blue Beaded Halter Neck Swim Top"> Despi looks to Moroccan bazaars for inspiration with its Casablanca bikini. At its heart this is a classic triangle string bikini, nice enough but ultimately overwhelming. It's saved from the doldrums by the intricate beading at the straps. The tiny earth toned beads create a chunky figure eight underneath the halter-neck tie. I'm not sure the gentle hues are the best match for th…

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