6 chic summer essentials

From the Côte d'Azur to the coast of Capri, here's everything you need to hit the beach.

Tom Ford Whitney Sunglasses
Tom Ford Whitney Sunglasses
$320

Every summer there's a new pair of "It" sunglasses, and this year's must-have is the Whitney, designed by Tom Ford, the celebrated former creative director for Gucci and Yves Saint Laurent.

These UV-protected shades have been flying off the shelves according to Jill Paget, marketing director at the L.A. boutique Intuition, and they're turning up on A-list faces including Angelina Jolie, Kate Hudson, Christina Aguilera and Gwen Stefani. "They are everywhere," Paget said.

Sunglasses

Swimsuits

Beach Towel

iPhone

Sunblock

Beach Tote
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