The date your beach vacation officially starts is fast approaching and you’re still confused about what to pack. We’ve all been there. While there are numerous guides to decode what exactly your beach kit should include, it can get overwhelming at times. We asked two ‘It’ girls to spill on their summer essentials and here’s everything we learned.
Liza Golden-Bhojwani, model
ELLE: Describe your summer style.
Liza Golden-Bhojwani: Anything that is cropped, high-waisted and in earthy tones.
ELLE: Your holiday essentials?
LGB: Bikinis, lip balm, sunblock and Havaianas flip-flops.
ELLE: Your all-time favourite holiday destination?
LGB: Bora Bora.
ELLE: Your current favourite swimwear trend?
LGB: I am obsessed with crochet bikinis right now.
ELLE: What do you keep in mind while buying a swimsuit?
LGB: I always make sure I refer to the size charts. I also tend to stay away from string bikini bottoms, as I don’t find them as flattering as other cuts on my body.
ELLE: Where do you shop for swimwear online?
LGB: Andi Bagus and Elsa & Rose.
ELLE: Beaches or pools?
LGB: Beaches.
Paloma Monnappa, Model/DJ/Actor
ELLE: Describe your summer style.
Paloma Monnappa: Sneakers, high-waisted shorts and crop tops.
ELLE: Your holiday essentials?
PM: Sunscreen, portable speakers and bikinis.
ELLE: Your all-time favourite holiday destination?
PM: Sri Lanka.
ELLE: Your current favourite swimwear trend?
PM: Retro swimsuits, crop top bikinis, one pieces and high-waisted bottoms.
ELLE: What do you keep in mind while buying a swimsuit?
PM: I always buy swimsuits or bikinis that are functional so I can surf in them.
ELLE: Where do you shop for swimwear online?
PM: Triangl and Kittbae.
ELLE: Beaches or pools?
PM: Beaches.
Everything you need to carry with you on your beach vacation
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Summer reading essentials
Sorted your wardrobe and booked your surf lessons? Congratulations. Now make the most of your downtime with the coolest books of the summer.
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