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The Summer’s Best Beachwear
Embracing the simplicity of summer days at the beach or afternoons lazing by the lake doesn’t mean that your style has to take a hitch. From bright rompers to effortlessly chic wide-brimmed hats, we’ve rounded up 12 of the hottest summer beachwear and accessories so that you can spend less time in your closet and more time soaking up the sunshine.
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Fruit Punch
A drapey romper in a juicy shade has fun in the sun practically built-in.
Gap Romper, $70 at gapcanada.ca
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Basket Case
You’ll like the roomy size (enough for long weekend essentials), and love the thin leather straps in back (hands-free is the only way to travel).
Michael Michael Kors Backpack, $328 at Michael Kors
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Big Red
Leave it to a vibrant colour to a make a wide brim hat seem even more glamorous.
Hat, $17 at Winners
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Band Together
Bright ribbons elevate sporty-looking sandals to score go-with-everything status.
Hunter Sandals, $155 at hunterboots.com
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A Step Above
Simple yet chic, a navy hue and suede straps update a timeless footwear style.
J.Crew Sandals, $99 at JCrew.com
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Blush Hour
A sleek design helps pastel pink sandals achieve a grown-up vibe.
Aldo Sandals, $55 at Aldo
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Star Team
Fancy footwork all around: a sneaky Velcro closure in back makes these glimmering flats easy to throw on in a flash
Stella McCartney Sandals, $640 at Holt Renfrew
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Boho Bangles
Appropriate for sand and surf locales, metallic chain link bands encased in translucent Lucite qualify as a genius combo of pretty and practical.
Bangles, $45 and $59 at Banana Republic
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Shirt Tales
Slip on a gauzy tunic adorned with oversized embroidery and pompoms to kick-start an unplugged attitude.
Tunic, $25 at Winners
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Chic Shades
Summertime insta-style requires dazzling sunglasses. Say yes to a pair with mirrored lenses.
TOMS Sunglasses, $95 at toms.ca
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Into The Blue
Delightfully wide legged, perfectly cropped and seriously lightweight – this is summer denim at its best.
Michael Michael Kors Pants, $175 at Michael Kors
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Sheer Delight
Breezy and beautiful, look for pretty textures like crochet and pleats to amp up the appeal of a sheer dress.
Dress, $178 at French Connection
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