Sea Island Life Magazine Spring/Summer 2014 | Page 14

southern style

OPEN AIR, OPEN BAG

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TRENDY BEACH TOTES ARE READY TO MAKE
A SEASIDE SPLASH THIS SEASON.

pending the day at the beach or
relaxing poolside requires more
than just a beautiful bathing suit—
a chic carryall is a necessity to
accompany you to the Georgia coast. Fun
and functional, designer beach bags are
swelling with style this season in a burst of
colors such as orange and lemon yellow, and
handy features like durable materials and
convenient openings that let sand escape.
The lavish availability of such bags guarindividual’s lifestyle. A playful Tory Burch

BY OLIVIA J. EPPLEY
water-resistant tote covered in parakeets
with the family. Or set off for a fruitful day
exploring with Kate Spade’s woven market
straw standout.
For another option that provides a breezy,
artistic accent to any swimsuit, head to the
shore with a Tibi tote bag in hand. Inspire
envy from other beachgoers with this accessory designed by the brand’s founder, Amy
Smilovic, who grew up locally and returns
frequently to enjoy the sun and waves. The
lightweight cotton tote features a sketch

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of Tibi-inspired fashionistas along with the
brand’s logo, and transitions easily from a
morning of running errands to an afternoon
of stretching out on the sand.
Some trendsetting beach accouterments
help give back to Mother Nature as well. In
true maritime fashion, the Ogunquit tote
from Sea Bags is created from recycled
sails and features an escape port for the
batches of sand grains that might end up in
the nautical-inspired item—perfect for totrelaxing day on Sea Island.

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