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A clever blanket that folds into a pocket-sized pouch made her list
My Mom’s Summer Must-Haves
- Folds Up Into a Pocket-Sized Pouch: Matador Pocket Blanket, $35
- Fits 4 Towels and 4 Outfits with Room to Spare: Original Bogg Bag, $63 (orig. $90)
- Throw It in Your Beach Bag: Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm, $4
I ask my mom, 61, for advice on just about everything, including what housewarming gifts to buy for my friends and where to find the best produce. So, it’s no surprise that at the start of the summer, I turned to my number one source to see what she was stocking up on for our favorite season.
My mom and I take this time of year seriously and fill our days with beach trips and pool dips so we can work on our tans and enjoy the Jersey Shore, where I was born and my mom has lived since the ‘80s. This year, she’s buying classy swimsuits, hats that shield her from the sun, and waterproof bags to hold everything while she’s on the go. Ahead, shop her REI picks starting at just $4.
Mom-Approved Summer Essentials
- Full-Coverage Bottoms: Andie The Tulum One-Piece Swimsuit, $112
- Sun Protection: Sunday Afternoons Havana Hat, $44
- Cute Cover-Up: Free Country Sunfree Dress, $50 (orig. $75)
- Waterproof: Birkenstock Arizona Essentials EVA Sandals, $50
- Pocket-Sized Beach Blanket: Matador Pocket Blanket, $35
- Lightweight and Flexible: Astral Loyak Water Shoes, $110
- Viral Tote: Original Bogg Bag, $63 (orig. $90)
- Lowest Price: Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm, $4
Birkenstock Arizona Essentials EVA Sandals
I recently snagged my first Birkenstocks and fell in love with their cushioned soles and easy slip-on design. When my mom spotted them on me, she started looking for her own and landed on this waterproof style. One shopper said they were surprised by how “comfortable and supportive” they are and praised the grippy sole, which will also help my mom navigate the slippery surfaces on her boat.
Original Bogg Bag
This viral tote fits an impressive amount of gear, so when I spotted it on sale, I immediately sent it to my mom. Since she usually lugs multiple bags wherever she goes, she loves that she can fit her snacks, water bottle, clothes, and shoes in one place. Plus, she was impressed that a fan said they packed four towels, four changes of clothes, two family-sized bags of chips, and still “had room at the top.”
Andie The Tulum One-Piece Swimsuit
With all the swimming she does, a solid suit is essential for my mom, so she’s buying this elegant one-piece. Its under-the-bust elastic provides a lift, while the full-coverage bottom — a surprisingly rare find lately — is not too revealing for family days. Plus, she can easily wear it with shorts and a button-down when she inevitably needs to run to the store mid-day.
Matador Pocket Blanket
While this impressive blanket is intended for hiking, my mom is eyeing it for the beach. Made of waterproof material, it measures 63 inches by 44 inches when expanded but folds up to fit in a pocket-sized pouch. She says it’ll be a serious upgrade over the bulky options she usually totes. Even better, it’s machine washable for easy cleaning.
Ahead, shop my mom’s summer essentials at REI. Prices start at $4.
Sun Bum Mineral SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm
Sunday Afternoons Havana Hat
Astral Loyak Water Shoes
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