Spring is almost here! Now is the time to search for the perfect beach bag so that you can get it packed and ready to go for vacations and warmer months. Whether you're going to the beach with some friends or you're going with your family and need to pack for everyone, we have a personalized beach bag for you! Our monogrammed beach bag options range from smaller sizes to extra large sizes with tons of pockets. We even have a waterproof beach bag that is easy to spray down and clean!

1) Sunglasses

The first must-have item to pack in your beach bag is a pair of sunglasses. We recommend leaving your name-brand sunglasses at home so that they don't get dirty. Be sure to bring a pair that filters out UVA and UVB light to protect your eyes from the sun.

2) Visor or Hat

Whether it's a visor, wide brim hat, or baseball hat, a hat for the beach is a must! This will help keep the sun out of your face, as well as protect your scalp. We have so many monogrammed visors, baseball hats, and sun hats to choose from at Marleylilly.

3) Flip Flops

You can't head out for a day in the sun without a pair of flip-flops. You'll want to make sure you have a comfortable pair since you will likely be wearing these to and from the beach.

4) Sunscreen

When packing your beach bag, you must not forget the sunscreen! It's important to use a sunscreen with broad-spectrum protection to fight against UVA and UVB rays. We recommend using sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher and applying it at least every two hours. If swimming or sweating, you should apply it every hour.

5) SPF Lip Balm

Not only does your skin need protection from the sun, but so do your lips! Toss some sunscreen lip balm in your bag to keep your lips protected from harmful sun rays.

6) Beach Towel

No matter if you're taking a beach chair or not, a beach towel is a necessity for a beach day. We have multiple options to choose from at Marleylilly, including Monogrammed Chair Covers, Monogrammed Beach Towels, and Monogrammed Round Towels. We even have a new Monogrammed Microfiber Towel coming soon that is sand resistant, folds up in a small packable size, and dries quickly.

7) Sand Buddy

Keep your drink, phone, and/or snacks from getting sandy with our handy Monogrammed Sand Buddy. Once you start using one of these, you'll never know how you went without one!

8) Phone Pouch

When you are at the beach, there is nothing worse than your phone getting wet and sandy. This water-resistant pouch is perfect for holding your phone, keys, and anything else you want to protect!

9) Bluetooth Speaker

Everyone knows a good time at the beach is always accompanied by some good music. Be sure to pack a small Bluetooth speaker so that you can all relax to your favorite tunes.

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Now that we've shared some tips, what are your favorite things to pack in your beach bag? Let us know in the comments!

Finally! You've booked yourself a vacation! Before you take off for your adventure, you'll have to pack everything you need (no overpacking!). Luckily, Marleylilly is here to help you pack for your travels no matter how long the trip is.

Monogrammed Chambray Weekender & Monogrammed Vintage Carry-On Suitcase

1. Pick your bag

Before you can do anything else, pick a bag! Choose your bag based on the type of travel you're booked for and the length of your trip. Use a weekender for a short trip; if you're flying, consider travel restrictions on bag sizes before you decide on a suitcase or carry-on. Check out the rest of our monogrammed travel bags to decide what fits your trip the best! 

Monogrammed Travel Shoe Bag & Monogrammed Packing Bag Set

How you organize your clothes is so important when filling up your bag. Using Monogrammed Packing Bag Sets is a great way to keep everything organized and separated. Packing bags also keep your shoes off of your clean clothes and give you the option to separate different items for easy unpacking. If that's not your style you can also opt for a Monogrammed Travel Shoe Bag. Lastly, be mindful of what you're packing, we've all found ourselves packing twice the amount of clothes than we needed! Here are a few good rules for packing to help with overpacking: pack versatile shoes that will work for all of your activities, pack essential clothes and less "just in case" clothes, and pack clothes that fall within neutral color palettes so that you can maximize your outfits!

Monogrammed Clear Train Case & Monogrammed Clear Ditty Bag

3. Add in accessories and toiletries 

You'll definitely need accessories and toiletries when traveling, and the best thing to do is keep them in designated bags to prevent any spillage and to make things easier to find! Keep your jewelry in a Confetti Travel Case or Monogrammed Classic Jewelry Folio so that everything stays together and nothing ends up lost, floating around in your bag. If you're traveling somewhere that makes it difficult to fully unpack, try our clear cosmetic case, ditty bag, or train case to make finding what you need easier. Or, choose from many other cosmetic and toiletry bags to keep everything in one place!

Monogrammed Basic Tote Bag

4. Pack an essential bag

No matter how you are traveling, you're going to need to keep your essentials close by. The best way to do this is by packing a carry-on or tote bag, like our Monogrammed Basic Tote Bag. This way, your items are secure but within reach! Items like passports, IDs, money, keys, and snacks should be top priorities in your bag. Consider also packing a change of clothes and some essential accessories in case of emergency or for a refreshing outfit change when you've landed! 

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Hopefully, packing feels a little less daunting after reading these tips! Let us know in the comments below what your next travel destination is!