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What to bring on a trip to the seaside: the must-haves to pack
The sun's rays on your skin, the wind in your hair, the scent of salt: can you already imagine yourself on a deck chair overlooking the sea? Before immersing yourself in the magical atmosphere of summer, make sure you bring everything you need and enjoy every moment of your holidays.
The first thing to pack in your luggage is definitely a swimsuit. One-pieces and bikinis are absolute must-haves. And the good news is that you will find a wide choice of models in the new Beachwear Collection, available in an infinite number of bright colors and prints, which will certainly meet your tastes.
Classic colors, romantic prints, bolder patterns: combine comfort and style even on the beach with the new women's arrivals from the Beachwear Collection.
What else should you always keep ready when needed? Among the must-haves to pack, there are also sarongs and swimsuit cover-ups: ideal for walks on the shore, but also for happy hours at sunset.
And don't forget accessories, such as bags, flip-flops and beach towels: your best allies to give every beach look a twist.
Clothing for the Beach and for the Evening
To make the most of your summer holidays, carefully choosing clothing for the beach and for the evening, to always have with you, is certainly an excellent idea.
The smartest thing you can do is focus on key garments, even better if made with fresh and airy fabrics. As a matter of fact, there is nothing better for enjoying even the hottest days without sacrificing lightness and style.
In the morning you can wear a dress with colorful prints and combine it with very simple leather sandals. Or, if your style is decidedly more whimsical, you can show it off with colored flip-flops.
Together with a large bag and a beach towel coordinated with the swimsuit, they are the right pieces for those who dream of a comfortable and trendy beach look.
When the sun goes down, however, focus on the practicality of a printed maxi dress. Paired with flat sandals, raffia accessories and tutti-fruit jewels, which add an extra dose of glamor to the look.
Swimsuits
To express your personality even on holiday, you should not underestimate the choice of swimsuits. You'll find a wide selection of models the new Benetton Beachwear Collection.
Designed for every type of woman and to enhance any silhouette, the one-piece swimsuits and two-pieces that you find in our virtual shop windows are capable of satisfying all style needs.
For a sophisticated and chic look even on the beach, one-piece swimsuits are the most suitable choice. If, however, you want to give a little sparkle to your summer wardrobe, opt for a two-piece
Bikinis, triangles, bandeau swimsuits: get inspired by the new color block models or colorful prints, made with the best quality fabrics or in ECONYL®, a 100% regenerated nylon fiber that is infinitely recyclable.
From the most essential to the most daring: discover all the new arrivals in the collection to take on holiday with you.
Sandals, slippers and shoes
What footwear should you absolutely pack in your suitcase for a beach holiday? This summer too you will be spoiled for choice between sandals, slippers and espadrilles.
For your days on the beach, you can opt for a pair of rubber flip-flops. Accessories symbolizing summer, they can give your beach looks a twist, but they can also come in handy on weekends at the lake or poolside.
Lightweight, resistant and washable, they come in a wide variety of bright colors and sparkling fruit patterns.
For a look that nods to the latest trends, you can also choose a pair of slippers with a band and strap or you can give the finishing touch to your looks with colorful sandals with crossed bands.
If you dream of an even more chic beach outfit, raffia slippers are the perfect model for you. Otherwise, to make your combinations even more feminine and slim your figure a little, opt for the new espadrilles with wedges and laces to tie around the ankle.
Accessories: ideal for traveling in style
If you are wondering which accessories are ideal for traveling in style, discover the key pieces from the new Benetton Collection: you will soon discover that you too will no longer be able to do without them.
In view of a new beach holiday, a pair of sunglasses and a wide-brimmed hat are the first to deserve a place in your suitcase. Must-haves for protecting the eyes from the sun's rays and keeping the head protected from the sun, they are that small style detail capable of ensuring an always fresh and fashionable look.
To round off your beach outfits, choose a pair of sunglasses with colored frames or go all-in on the hat: the bell-shaped or bucket-style models are the ideal choice to give your combinations a summer touch. And don't underestimate colored belts and enamelled jewellery: they are your best allies for adding an extra dose of style to your every look.
Finally, try to pack a light or colorful scarf. You can wear them all summer and combine them in a thousand different ways: around the neck, as a beach cover-up or in place of the traditional hair band. Check out all the new models in the collection.
Bags and Beach Towel
Bags and beach towels are also included in the list of must-have accessories that absolutely cannot be missing from your suitcase for the seaside.
To add a dose of color and originality to your holiday looks, update your shopping list now and start with a new beach bag.
The models proposed for the new season are very spacious and perfect for carrying with you everything you need to spend even an entire day by the sea. Plus they are also very trendy and prove to be the ideal accessory to give your outfits a summer touch.
Alternatively, you can give your beach kit a boost of energy with the new cotton bags with colorful prints.
And, before closing your bags, don't forget to leave some space in your suitcase for a beach towel.
Solid color, with jacquard motifs, stripes, with tutti-fruit prints: there are variations for all tastes in the new Beachwear Collection. It's up to you to decide whether to wear it in contrast with your swimsuit or whether to opt for a matching look. Check out all the models now available online.
And what if it's cold in the evening? Opt for Linen or Denim!
How should you dress after sunset, when temperatures start dropping? In this case, all you have to do is bring at least a couple of linen and denim looks with you.
A natural, light and breathable fabric, linen is the ideal choice during your summer evenings. And just mix it with some more thoughtful denim items to add an extra layer of protection.
Whether it's for a walk on the seafront or for a romantic dinner on the beach, you can show off a simple and at the same time super refined outfit with a linen dress. All you have to do is choose a model that fits you perfectly and combine it with a pair of raffia espadrilles, a colorful clutch bag and a denim jacket.
Do you prefer an even easier and more relaxed outfit? In this case you can choose a pair of linen trousers in soft colors: white, beige, powder pink. These models are very versatile and together with a denim shirt and your favorite sandals, they guarantee successful look.
Get ready to face even the cooler evenings in style with the linen and denim garments from the new Women's Collection by United Colors of Benetton.
Beach clothing for a weekend: be careful not to forget anything!
Before leaving for your next destination, make sure you don't forget anything at home. Having the right clothing available for a weekend at the seaside is essential for enjoying a summer of relaxation and fun.
Just follow a few small style tips and prepare your suitcase well in advance to put everything you need in your luggage and be ready to face your weekend on the beach with complete peace of mind.
A good place to start is the swimsuit. Ideally, bring at least two with you: a two-piece swimsuit to show off during the day and a one-piece which as an excellent alternative to tops and t-shirts in the afternoon, for drinks by the beach.
Then you can add a couple of beach towels. Whether you opt for matching them with your look or not, what matters is that you always have at least two ready: one to lay out on the bed and one that's always dry to use after the shower.
After that, comfortable sandals, hats and sunglasses come into play to protect your eyes from the sun's rays, as well as a colorful and roomy beach bag.
As for getting to the beach, go for tops, shorts, sarongs and kaftans. As for nighttime, with a linen dress, colorful shirt dress, lightweight shirt and some denim pieces, you can build a holiday look brimming in style.
Discover all of the new Women's Collection by United Colors of Benetton.