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Some summer afternoons deserve their own dress code. A swimsuit under an open shirt, a table booked for much later and a bag packed for a few hours by the water. You might only be heading to the local pool or maybe the beach, but you can still dress for the occasion.
Strand's woven shoppers and striped beach totes bring that holiday feeling to the everyday. Take your cue from the sunny leisure of Slim Aarons' photographs, then choose a bag that works for what you are actually taking along.
The photographer's world of resort pools and holiday gatherings is the perfect starting point for summer dressing. Think about the colours you would want beside a blue pool: natural raffia against white cotton, or a cheerful striped tote with a plain swimsuit.
A cotton shirt dress and sandals leave room for a woven bag to stand out. If you prefer colour, repeat one shade from your tote in a scarf or swimsuit. Start with clothes you already enjoy, and let your bag bring something playful.
Good pool & beach bags start with a little planning. Lay out what you will take before you choose a size, especially if a towel needs to come along.
Space: Allow room for a towel and your everyday essentials without stretching the bag
Small items: Look for pockets or add a pouch so keys are easy to find
Carry comfort: Check the handles and strap options against your usual load
Keep swimwear in a separate wet pouch before it goes back into your bag. A zip closure can help keep belongings together, but check a product's care details before treating it as water resistant.
Choose a larger tote when your towel is coming too, or a compact shopper when you are heading out for lunch after a swim. These five Strand styles give you a choice of woven texture and summer stripes.
Handwoven raffia in Natural gives the Camile an easy place beside a white shirt dress. Its medium shopper shape has internal organiser pockets for small essentials, while a removable crossbody strap gives you another way to carry it. Make it your choice for a slow afternoon with a book, then take it to an early dinner.
The Solene's Burgundy/Multi colourway brings depth to pale summer clothes. Wear it with cream linen trousers and a simple tank for lunch near the water. This small tote has internal zip storage and a magnetic closure, making it an option for lighter essentials when your towel is staying at the hotel or in a larger beach bag.
The Kirsten's Natural/Black colourway works particularly well with a black swimsuit and an open white shirt. Its small shopper format suits the things you want close to hand on a resort afternoon. Use the detachable crossbody strap for a walk to the café, or carry it by the handles when you head out for lunch.
Give your day outfit a little colour with the Beach Club tote in Watermelon. The polyester and cotton canvas blend adds a different texture to the woven styles in this edit. Its larger shape is the option to compare when you are packing a towel too. Pair the stripes with a plain swimsuit and let the bag have its moment.
Navy Multi stripes give the Stori a familiar seaside feel, with a knit texture that looks at home beside relaxed holiday clothes. This soft polyester tote has a zip fastening to keep your belongings together. Try it with a cotton cover-up and sandals for a pool afternoon that turns into a walk along the foreshore.
An afternoon by the water can easily turn into dinner nearby. Keep a shirt dress or a pair of linen trousers ready to pull on, then let the same bag come with you. A smaller shopper makes sense when you can leave the towel behind.
At home, give a favourite tote a place in your weekend routine. Take it to the market before a picnic, or pack it for an afternoon at a friend's pool. Choose the size around your plans and keep the styling as relaxed as the day itself.
Explore our tote bags collection to find your summer favourite. For more outfit ideas, read our guide to spring and summer textures and patterns.
What makes a good pool bag?
A good pool bag has room for what you bring, comfortable handles and somewhere to keep small essentials together. Choose a closure that suits you, and carry wet swimwear separately. A beach-inspired finish alone does not make a bag waterproof.
What size beach bag do I need?
Choose a beach bag tote around what you carry. A towel usually calls for more space than a phone and a small pouch. Compare the listed dimensions with your own belongings, and allow enough room to reach things without emptying the whole bag.
Are straw bags good for the beach?
A straw or raffia style can suit a beach outing, especially when you are carrying light essentials. Check the material and care instructions for the individual bag. Keep woven finishes away from wet sand and splashes, and use a separate pouch for damp swimwear.
How do I style a beach tote?
Pair a beach tote with an open cotton shirt over swimwear, or carry it with a simple summer dress. Natural textures work with white and cream. For a striped tote, pick up one of its colours elsewhere in your outfit or keep the rest plain.
Can a mini shopper work as a beach bag?
A mini shopper can work for a short visit or lunch beside the water when you only need a few essentials. The Kirsten is a smaller option in this edit. Choose a larger tote when you are bringing your own towel or packing for more people.
How do I care for beach bags?
Follow the care instructions for the specific material. Empty sand and crumbs after an outing, and clean marks only as directed. Keep wet items separate and let the bag dry before storing it. Avoid assuming that canvas, knit or straw-look bags are machine washable.
