Rachel Zoe's Summer Essentials

Editor’s note: The following is a guest post written by Rachel Zoe, stylist, fashion designer, and creator of The Zoe Report.

With July just around the corner, the best of summer has yet to come—poolside barbeques, outdoor fêtes and, of course, excursions to the beach! To ensure your fun under the sun is as stylish as possible, I have put together my fave surfside essentials to throw in your bag...after all, you never want to be ill-equipped for a day on the sand.

First and foremost on my list? Sun protection! Never leave home without an a-mah-zing pair of oversized shades, a woven sunhat and sunscreen stick. Next, I recommend shutting it down in a printed sarong and espadrille sandals for a seriously chic and breezy look. Of course, you can't forget to bring along some key accessories too—an iPad for entertainment, blotting papers to keep fresh and a bold beach towel for high-fashion lounging. Way fun! Now, go soak up the beautiful summer sunshine while it lasts! xoRZ