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Summer beach bag must-haves

Chicago Parent Editorial Team
By Chicago Parent Editorial Team

When it’s time to head to the beach or local pool, make sure you’ve got all the essentials in the bag. Deanna Ramsey of Darien models the latest fashions for a day in the water.

Tote bag by Gymboree
.75, www.gymboree.com.

Bathing suit by LuvGear with built in SunAlert
, available at JCPenney,
3 Orland Square Drive,
Orland Park, (708) 349-7300.

Metallic gem sandals by Gymboree
.75,e.cwww.gymboree.com.

Peter Lamas’ Conditioning Detangling Mist
. Use with Detangling Comb, .99, by Goody. Available at
Walgreens.

Sunglasses by Gymboree.75, www.gymboree.com.

 

PABA-free sunscreen by KINeSYS.99, www.kinesys.com.

BugBand towelette
.79, www.bugband.net.

 

Taggoggles customizable goggle tags for kids
.99-.99 per tag, www.taggoggles.com or Kiefer stores.

 

BugBand insect repellent
.89, www.bugband.net.

 

Chicago Parent Editorial Team
Chicago Parent Editorial Team
Since 1984, the Chicago Parent editorial team is trained to be the go-to source for Chicagoland families, offering a rich blend of expert advice, compelling stories, and the top local activities for kids. Renowned for their award-winning content, the team of editors and writers are dedicated to enriching family life by connecting parents with the finest resources and experiences our community has to offer.
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