This time of year, we like to have a beach bag ready to go at all times. We stock it with sunscreen, a towel, and magazines, and keep it near the door. You never know when someone will suggest a beach day, and when the call comes in, we want to be ready!
This red paisley printed beach tote is only $12.50 at Old Navy, and it's just about perfect. It's large enough to hold our necessities, but not oversized, meaning we could totally carry it around as a handbag while at the beach. It's very important to look stylish not only on the sand, but also when we're having brunch at a beachside restaurant or grabbing a frozen drink at a beach bar, and we certainly don't want to go all the way back to our car to switch out purses!

Plus, these beach totes come in tons of patterns and colors, and for only $12.50, you can get one to match every bathing suit!