Beach bags: 15 fashion editor's picks to shop

2022-05-14 13:21:18 By : Mr. Michael Yue

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Summer's (basically) here, and that means one joyous thing: it's beach bag season, baby. Whether you're about to pack for a trip abroad, or you're heading down the UK coastline, you'll need a carryall for all the essentials.

You've got your bikini, you've got your new summer dress, the walking sandals are packed - now you just need the perfect tote.

From straw styles to sturdy canvas bags and relaxed woven totes, we've found something for every style and budget. Scroll down to shop. Heatwave, here we come...

The "it" beach bag of summer. We don't make the rules.

H&M's woven beach bag is utterly chic, especially when worn with sleek leather sandals. So no one will know it cost less than your Friday night Deliveroo.

When only a slogan will do, bring on Boutique Bonita's tongue-in-cheek tote.

The White Company's classic basket shape is one to buy now and wear forever.

Snap up Boden's preppy canvas tote before it sells out. Psst, it's on sale right now too. Win.

Chic, chic, chic. Make like the #MangoGirls with this easygoing tote.

We're carrying the gingham trend straight on through to summer with this affordable pastel bag. Love.

If you're an "everything but the kitchen sink" kind of packer for your beach day, this roomy Stories tote will fit everything you need - and then some.

This already has me feeling like I'm in a tropical locale. All I need now is a coconut with a (paper) straw in it.

Abbott Lyon, the accessories brand popular with your fave reality stars, does a majorly glam beach bag. I mean, it's called the resort bag. Fancy.

The frayed fringe detailing makes this tote look far more spenny than its high street price tag suggests. Get it while it's on sale - but hurry.

This designer carry-all by Off-White will fit your towel, your SPF, and all those extra souvenirs you picked up, too.

OB's soft, quilted floral tote is a cute alternative to straw bags. Plus, it will fold up easily in your suitcase.

This smart woven tote works for the office in summertime, or a dressed up beach tote. See you on the Amalfi Coast.

For the minimalists, or those who don't enjoy a rough straw texture, consider Everlane's soft canvas bucket bag for your essentials. We love the handy White Claw err, water bottle pockets, too.