All you need for a day at the beach
THE ULTIMATE BEACH GUIDE
THE ULTIMATE BEACH GUIDE
Get set for sunny, sandy days with our 2022 Beach Guide. Just a few handy accessories, and a checklist of absolute essentials, will make all the difference when you’re planning a full day at the beach. From what to wear to keep cool and comfortable, to simple sunshade solutions and the perfect picnic pieces – it’s the little extras that can make all the difference to family fun at your favorite beachy spot.
THE BASICS
Getting to the beach and setting up
SUNSHADE
Neso
An ample sunshade is a must for a family day at the beach. Everyone can cool down under this one by Neso, and it makes the ideal shelter for picnic lunchtimes.
HEAVY DUTY BEACH WAGON
MacSports
Forget weighty, overflowing bags and invest in a tough beach wagon to pull down to the beach. This foldable one by Macsports handles well on sand and is roomy enough to carry everyone’s towels, toys and refreshments.
SLING CHAIR
Society6
A classic folding sling chair in a mid-century modern design. This stylish reclining seat is super comfortable and durable with a solid wooden frame and spill/splash resistant fabric.
BEACH TOWEL
Anthropologie
You’ll never regret opting to take several extra-large beach towels - the bigger the better in our opinion. Anthropologie stocks this luxuriously soft option in a variety of shades. It’s perfect for wrapping up the kids after swims or just stretching out in style!
PICNIC BLANKET
Seabird Society
Set the scene for your beach picnic (or to ensure everyone in the group has a spot to sit) with this big, beautiful blanket. It has a water-resistant underside, as well as zipper pockets for valuables and 4 stakes to keep it tethered when the sea breeze comes in.
BEACH BAG
Tom & Teddy
Our natural jute beach bag will add a smart edge to your essential beach kit. It’s roomy enough to hold towels, books, toys and water bottles, and its wipeable lining makes for a swift clean-out at the end of the day.
WHAT TO WEAR
Your sun-safe look starts here.
SWIM SHORTS
Tom & Teddy
Team up the big and little guys in some Tom & Teddy matching swim trunks. These super-soft printed swimmers are made in a UPF50+ fabric and are quick to dry after all that splashing in the waves.
RASH GUARDS
Tom & Teddy
Top off everyone’s beach outfit with a Tom & Teddy t-shirt style rash vest. They’re resistant to both saltwater and chlorine, so these rashies will be in your essential beach kit for years to come! And the best bit? The no-cling fit, with a silky inner lining, makes them extra easy to pull on and off, even when wet.
CAPS
Tom & Teddy
A great-fitting hat is non-negotiable on hot, sunny days at the beach. Protect everyone’s heads, hair and faces with our beach caps in fresh shades of blue and green. A generous peak provides shade and the adjustable back strap will keep them all in place,
all day long.
A great-fitting hat is non-negotiable on hot, sunny days at the beach. Protect everyone’s heads, hair and faces with our beach caps in fresh shades of blue and green. A generous peak provides shade and the adjustable back strap will keep them all in place, all day long.
FLIP FLOPS
Tom & Teddy
The one and only beach shoe, Tom & Teddy style. Pick out a pair of soft, cushioned flip flops for all the family
to slip on and off.
DRY ROBE
Dry Robe
If the weather forecast is looking a little mixed, consider packing a Dry Robe in your beach kit. It’ll keep you extra snug after a swim.
PICNIC LUNCH
Our selection of brilliant bits and pieces to invest in for easy beach picnics.
COOL BAG
YETI
The can’t-do-without cool bag, Yetí’s Hopper BackFlip 24 is designed as an ultra-ergonomic backback. It’s tall and tough as well as leak proof.
UTENSIL SET
Zoku
These lovely pocket utensil sets will slot neatly into your picnic bag and they’re so easy to pack away after lunch.
These lovely pocket utensil sets will slot neatly into your picnic bag and they’re so easy to pack away after lunch.
FOOD CONTAINERS
Zoku
Fill these stackable containers with delicious picnic goodies. They’re color coded and watertight with latching lids.
CUPS AND PLATES
Rice by Rice
Cups and plates by Rice come in every color under the sun and are made from lightweight and durable melamine. They can be stacked for easy transportation.
PORTABLE SPEAKER
JBL
Gather your gang on the picnic blanket and stream some chilled-out tunes with JBL's Xtreme 2 Bluetooth speaker. It's waterproof, neatly packaged to keep out the sand and delivers high-quality stereo sound.
GAMES
When everyone's had time to swim and relax, the fun and games can begin!
BOCCE
L. L. Bean
Beach bocce is steadily becoming a firm family favorite for afternoons on the sand. Check out this colorful set from L. L. Bean – it has a handy carry bag that can be monogrammed – a great gift for a summer birthday!
ACTIV FLYER
ACTIV LIFE
The Activ Flyer will have the whole family on the move. It includes a set of two rings and is suitable for
3 years and over.
BEACH NECESSITIES
Don't forget to put together a beach survival pack. Ours always includes:
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If you and your family love swimming in the ocean, it’s worth knowing how to stay safe in the water. Watch our video guide on rip currents, read our Q&A with Paul Barry, from Royal Life Saving Society Queensland and read about our Surf Life Saving dad and son who love nothing more than a day at the beach, patrolling the shoreline together.
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SAFE SWIMS
If you and your family love swimming in the ocean, it’s worth knowing how to stay safe in the water. Watch our video guide on rip currents, read our Q&A with Paul Barry, from Royal Life Saving Society Queensland and read about our Surf Life Saving dad and son who love nothing more than a day at the beach, patrolling the shoreline together.
BEHIND THE SHOOT WITH
TOM & TEDDY
It’s that time of year when Team Tom & Teddy springs into photo-shoot action. Here, for the first time, we’ve documented exactly what it takes to bring together all this talent and end up with a set of wonderful photos and video footage that truly captures the Australian spirit of Tom & Teddy.
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