Summer is finally, finally, finally here. It's time to pack your beach essentials like sunscreens, swimsuits, and more for your much-awaited trips. If you still don’t have that one true tote to accompany you, we round up stylish and spacious carriers for you to choose from and use even beyond the sunny season. Some of them are completely waterproof, too, perfect for your island-hopping adventures.
SHOP: 10 Stylish and Roomy Beach Bags
Classic Standard Tote (P3,500) from Viajecito
If you like adding form to function just like we do, get this beach tote bag from Viajecito for your next trip to the beach. Made with a thick EVA foam rubber body with interchangeable inner linings and braided straps, it has a wide opening and a bayong-like construction—spacious and deep enough to fit your whole house inside, kidding. Peep the bag in this brighter-than-the-sun yellow color, perfect for the summer season.
Available online.
Dry Bag (starts at P133) from Ocean Pack
Chances are you've seen local merchants and guides sell and use these bags in fun colors and different sizes before you go island-hopping. They do an excellent job of keeping your essentials secured and dry inside. They're cheaper, too, so they're perfect if you want a no-frills bag that's waterproof and durable without breaking the bank.
Available on Shopee.
Everyday Elegant Mesh Bag (P1,224.99) from Funfit
This everyday bag from Funfit won't weigh you down at the beach. Aside from the fact that it's made of polyester, which is both lightweight and durable, the see-through mesh design lets you find and grab specific items hassle-free—though some of them may get splashed with water through the holes, as small as they are. For the essentials you don't want getting wet, like your phones or money, you can put them in a removable inner pouch that comes with the bag.
Available on Zalora.
DVL Ventiola (P999) from Straightforward
Whether you're in the city or at the beach, local brand Straightforward's DVL Ventiola is a guaranteed head-turner. It sports a half-moon silhouette with a round bottom and a wide, unique opening for your essentials. Heck, even your laptop can easily fit inside—perfect if you're working from the beach. It's made of cruelty-free, durable, and water-resistant Daily Vegan Leather and is available in a wide range of colors; Black, Tan, Chestnut, Primrose, Green Tea, and Sand.
Available online.
Waterproof Tote Beach Bag (P3,879.35) from Orca
No more packing extra plastic or bags for wet clothes when you have this larger-than-life bag with you on beach trips. Its spacious interior is divided into two sections that allow you to separate the wet and dry—one section has a waterproof zippered pocket if you want the important things to stay dry without worries. If you love pockets, you'd be glad to know that this carrier has loads of them, including elastic mesh ones and another watertight zip pocket on the outside.
Available online.
Oversized Beach Bag (P2,500) from Maison Love Marie
As a big bag carrier, it doesn't matter what you're doing or where you're going—you're still going to bring your entire house in one bag. True to its name, this oversized beach bag from Maison Love Marie can carry all your travel essentials and so much more in its spacious, multi-colored body made from abaca.
Available online.
Natalia Petite Macrame Bag (P599) from Inne Studios
From the silhouette to the materials used, this bag from Inne Studios is a definite must-have on beach trips. The Natalia features handwoven abaca fiber, aka the "strongest of all natural fibers," ropes twisted together in looped weaving reminiscent of a net with a braided handle and reinforced bottom. Abaca is said to be highly durable, flexible, and, most importantly, resistant to saltwater damage. The large holes might not be able to hold nifty items, however, this is perfect for your cover-ups or towels. You can easily roll it up and squeeze it into your luggage. And they don't even need cleaning!
Available online.
Dumpling Bags (starts at P2,822.88) from Beyond the Vines
You might be wondering, "what's all the hype about with Beyond the Vines' dumpling bags?" And once you get one for yourself, you'll understand why they're our all-time fave. You can bring it everywhere and on any occasion. In this case, even when you go for water-filled trips, courtesy of its textured, water-resistant nylon fabric. Depending on the size, though the Dumpling Bag in XS is the most practical pick, you can fit anything you'll need for the beach or every day (which makes up for a great investment piece) a la Mary Poppins-style.
Coquille Tote (P7,000) from Aranaz PH
You'll find seashells not just on the seashore, but also on your tote when you grab one of these summer bags from Aranaz PH. The Coquille Tote features a modern seashell and floral embroidery on its wide-structured, durable canvas made with natural woven abaca. It comes with long braided leather handles-slash-straps you can easily sling around your body in striking colors apt for summer fun.
Available online.
Beach Bag DNA (P1,999) from Havaianas
Aside from their flip-flops, Havaianas also has durable beach bags to accompany you on your beach trips or even everyday strolls in the city. Their Beach Bag DNA is lightweight and made of silicone, which is also resistant to water and spacious, so rest assured that your essentials are going to be safe, comfortable, and dry inside. It comes with a long and double-top handle for the usual hand carry or over-the-shoulder sling.
Available on Zalora.
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