Summer essentials for less than 15 bucks!

Can you hear it?
The beach is calling!
It’s time to get geared up for a beach playdate or summer barbecue with friends.
Here are my favorite seasonal picks (the best part is they are all under $15!):


Border Print Scarf — $12.50 at Old Navy
Dress up your bathing suit tunic for dinner at the Tikki Bar and Grill on Crystal Beach with this fun, flirty accessory.

Enamel Rings — 99 cents at Aeropostale
Wear them single or stack them high for a little beach bling.


Xhilaration Hobo Beach Bag — 11.99 at Target
Make a “grape” impression with this purple Hobo tote, which is great for carrying anything from bottles of water to magazines.


Printed String Bikini — $15 for each piece at Old Navy
Make a splash in this sexy two-piece. No one will guess you got it at a near steal.




Plaid Printed Shooter Flip Flops — $7.99 at Aeropostale
Cross preppy with sporty and these flip-flops make a great summer style for guys.


Coppertone Sunblock — $7.44 at Target
Everyone knows the best summer accessory is smooth, healthy skin. Skip the lobster look and slather on lots of sunscreen this summer. You’ll thank yourself in 20 years.


Knit Tube Dress — $15 at Old Navy
Cover up! This hot pink tunic is a girl’s best friend before and after hitting the beach. You can pull it on when you feel like you’ve had too much sun or you can sport around in the dress while shopping along Galveston’s Strand. For those of you with problem areas, the dress’s free flowing form helps cover up all the places you want to hide and accent those you don’t!


Men’s Board Shorts — $15 at Old Navy
Guys, spice up your summer suit with a bold print and scorching colors. As an added bonus, bright colors make tans seem deeper.

Floppy Beach Hat — $12.99 at Target
Look sassy and sexy in this fun summer hat while keeping harmful rays off your face.


Xhilaration Sunglasses for Women — $12.99 at Target
Let your fun personality shine through with these colorful sunglasses.

Merona Sunglasses for Men — $14.99 at Target
Protect your eyes and channel your inner aviator with these cool specs.

Photos by Enterprise photographer Dave Ryan