Mother’s Day Gift Guide: The Coolest Beachwear Essentials

Hardworking women, gearing up for a much deserved vacation, would appreciate a Mother’s Day gift that they could really use. If she’s headed to the seashore for sunshine, sunsets, and sand she’ll need to pack a few leisurewear essentials. From swimsuits to sunglasses to easy-breezy attire, here are the coolest beachwear basics to bring along on an upcoming holiday.

Enviable Sunnies

Made with premium materials and finishes, Quay sunglasses are not only fashionable, but also, functional. Choose the polarized After Hours style, which comes in two different sizes colors—black or tortoise. These frames will sit securely on your face, protecting your eyes from harmful rays so you can enjoy being outside as long as you please. A case and cloth are included as well so you can properly care for your shades.

Comfiest Sweatpants for Travel

Ideal for lounging around a beach house, or for getting from point A to point B, the white Warm Up Jogger from Tuckernuck is a wise and stylish choice. Whether you’re having a down day, or you want a comfortable pair of sweatpants for travel, these soft cotton fleece pants, with a convenient zipper at the hems, will be soon be a favorite winner in your vacation outfit rotation.

Catch the Light

For a swimsuit that’s comfortable and sparkly at the same time, get the best-selling Marilyn bikini top and bottom from Venus. The molded cup with underwire helps everything stay in place, no matter how active you are on the beach. Choose from two different vibrant colors for the Classic Scoop Front Bottom or Strappy Mid-Rise Bottom styles. Pair with the lightweight and flowy Linen Crochet Side Pants and you’ll be good to go. For chillier evenings, bring along the Oversized Utility Shacket, perfect for layering a bit of added warmth.

Gym On-the-Go

For folks who enjoy their workout routine and don’t want to skip a day just because they’re on vacation, pack the versatile Women’s Blended Merino Wool Jogger from NOBULL. These hardwearing pants will keep you cool through your workouts, regulating temperature and resisting odor. The moisture-wicking fabric is cut with a regular fit and a tapered leg. These will be the best pants in your gym wear lineup.

Travel Light

Traveling these days can be done simply and with only a carry-on, limiting stress and making it easier to zip through crowded and busy airports. For a versatile dress that can be worn and transformed multiple different ways, check out the Capsule Dress from Morph Clothing. This innovative frock can work as a beach coverup, a dress that works for a nice night out or dinner, or even a casual skirt or cocktail dress. Made from eco-friendly soft and stretchy fabric, the dress is long-lasting and fits most body shapes and sizes. Choose from a variety of colors and patterns and you’ll be on your way, ready for a stylish beach vacation.

A Do-it-All Handbag

If you’re the type of traveler that likes to easily flow from an airport to a hotel to a charming shopping district full of restaurants and nightlife, then you’ll want a bag that will match most outfits and hold all your travel essentials. The Rachel Leather Handbag, from Parker Clay, comes in black or olive hues. A zipper will keep all your items safe and secure, and the slight slouch of the purse gives it a fun look. Bring this gem as a carry-on while flying to and from your destination, or to dinner, a night out on the town, or while floating from activity to activity on your travel itinerary.

An Active Lifestyle

Prepare for a casual competition with protective eyewear from Tifosi, whether that’s a family-friendly game of sand volleyball or ultimate frisbee, or a raucous game of beach football with your best pals. The affordable Seek 2.0 shades have shatterproof polycarbonate lenses and rubber ear and nose pieces that will keep your shades in place no matter how much you’re sweating. Choose from a variety of colors and you’ll be all set for a fun game on the beach.

A Swimsuit for All Occasions

For a versatile swimsuit that goes with everything and looks great too, choose the comfortable-to-wear Ginger Bikini from Infamous Swim, an Australian label that puts women’s empowerment at the forefront of their designs. Choose from nearly 60 different patterns, in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit your needs. These suits work well under a coverup or dress and will hold their shape all day long. Just remember to apply sunscreen and you’re good to go.

Keep Yourself Busy

To reflect and keep yourself busy under the sunshade or beach cabana, bring along a journal to write down your thoughts or what you’re grateful for. Journals from Inside Then Out encourage users to delve deeper into life’s meaning and beauty through the Better Every Day or Dig Deeper Journals. With helpful prompts, you’ll have a guided writing meditation that you can make a part of your daily practice, even while on vacation. Use this as an opportunity for self care—you’ll return home refreshed and with a renewed perspective.

Beachwear Essentials

For a one-stop-shop for all your beachwear essentials, look no further than Carve Designs, clothing perfect for exploring nature’s playgrounds. From shorts to swimsuits to easy-breezy loungewear, you’ll certainly find everything that you’re looking for here. Best-sellers from the New Spring Arrivals lineup, made with eco-friendly materials, include the Blake Pant and the Avery Beach Pant, both of which come in three different fun hues. These styles are comfortable and stylish and look great over a swimsuit or paired with a flowy top for exploring on or off the beach.

Iconic Shades for Women

With an iconic round shape that looks fantastic with a variety of outfits, The Quinn handcrafted frames from Vincero, designed in California, will be your go-to shades for your entire vacation, whether you’re visiting the Amalfi Coast or Miami Beach. Choose from three different color patterns for these sunglasses, which are designed with flat nylon lenses for a fun and unique construction.

Beach Travel Fun for Families

If you’re traveling with kids in tow, you’ll want to bring along something to keep them not only busy, but also, engaged and inspired. The versatile Buddha Board is perfect for budding artists who not only want an activity that will help minimize stress, but also, an outlet that doesn’t involve digital screens and technology. This mess-free, slim and easy-to-transport board is great for all ages and can be packed in your carry-on luggage. Bring to the hotel, vacation rental, or pool cabana and simply dip your brush in water and paint. You could even bring the Buddha Board out to a restaurant, encouraging your child to do something productive during dinner.