Remember when deciding to head to the beach for the day required little more than a blanket, some sunscreen, and some good music? Once there's a baby in the mix, an afternoon at the shore is still an option, it just requires a bit more planning! Before nixing the idea altogether, check out our nine baby beach bag essentials — blankets, towels, and umbrellas are still part of the plan, but here Read more

Where Spring-to-Summer bag statements are concerned, dull is not an option. Thus, we've rounded up the season's brightest technicolor options for your shoulder candy perusal. These bold bags are nothing short of eye-catching accessories, sure to punch up everything from your beach-going attire to your sophisticated LWD ensembles a few color notches. We couldn't resist Prada's limited edition Read more

Summer's just around the corner! Before you hit the beach with your kiddie clan, it's important that you know the ins and outs of sunscreen — from the oft-confusing terminology (even the FDA is having a tough time coming to an agreement on the language) to what brands to buy. Here, a guide to decoding the lingo and what bottles, tubes, and sprays are worthy of your beach bag. Sunscreen 101 Sun Read more

Gwen Stefani's making good on her plans to continue creating fun and kid-friendly designs for kids (at affordable prices). The designing mama is launching her Summer Harajuku Mini collection for Target today (all priced between $12 - $20), and the bright, island-inspired designs are pure Gwen. Girls pieces feature bright colors, ruffles, and Summer-clad characters, while the boys' designs are Read more

Looking good on the beach or by the pool isn't just about your bikini and shades — you're going to need a chic towel to sprawl out on and a cute, new tote bag to stash everything in. Now that you've been outfitted with the perfect Summer swimwear, it's time to shop the best towels and tote bags of the season. Click through to see and shop each beach-perfect piece. Read more

Warm weather calls for a spring in your step and lighter, brighter colors, so why not bring that attitude to the bag you carry every day. It's time to ditch the dark, inconspicuous diaper bag and attach a bold new one to your stroller. I'm drooling over Burberry's pricey new leather bag, but there are several other fun Spring bags that will carry you through Summer. Check out my favorite finds Read more

Beyoncé Knowles and baby Blue coordinated outfits in matching shades of yellow yesterday to visit a friend in Manhattan. Beyoncé showed off her legs in a pair of black shorts while Blue kept cool in jeans. Also, Beyoncé toted Blue's $559 Roberto Cavalli baby bag. The mother-daughter duo are back at home following their Easter weekend getaway to St. Barts. Shirtless Jay-Z joined Beyoncé on the Read more

Sick of recommendations for travel apps you're unlikely to use? I mean . . . how many Kayak-like apps do you need right? There are only so many apps your phone can hold, so each one should only be downloaded after some strict filtering. From the Caribbean beaches to the glitzy Big Apple, these carefully picked apps will come in handy wherever you choose to pack your bags off to. Source: Flickr Read more

Planning to take a trip sometime soon? Purchase a trendy, practical tote that can multitask as a carry-on, a beach bag, or a stylish handbag throughout your travels. Whether you prefer a bright, fashion-forward pick or something classic and more subdued, we've got you covered from affordable to splurge-worthy. Get ready to jet-set with one of these functional, stylish travel totes. Read more

AnnaLynne McCord packed her beach bag and found a quiet spot of sand along the shore in Santa Monica yesterday. The 90210 actress took a break from filming and relaxed under the sun on a warm Winter day. AnnaLynne wore a one-piece on the set recently, but for her latest outing, she chose a floral top and high-waisted navy bottoms. Later in the day, AnnaLynne slipped into a cocktail dress to join Read more