It is because I am a Bag Snob that I do not use nice bags at the beach. Uuhh, I don't want to get sand and god forbid, suntan oil on them!! Well, as you know, loving bags does not mean you have to use ultra expensive bags. You just have to find ones that fit your style and budget (and be snob worthy, of course!). For me, I cannot justify using a $2000 bag at the beach but I am going on 3 beach vacations this summer so I need something appropriate. Gustto actually has some pretty decent bags this season and this linen beach bag is among the top few picks (but please do not look at the metallic crackled version of this bag, it is so beyond awful!!!). I love the fun and bold embellishments, perfect for the kitchy beach look. I don't see why this bag couldn't leave the beach and go into the city for casual afternoons, it is way cute enough for any snob. It is big but light and can actually close which most beach bags do not. The deep shoulder strap drop is essential so you can keep things together as you hobble your way through the sand. Gustto 'Estiva' Linen Beach Bag at Nordstrom for $385. That, I can totally justify for sandy, snacky, oily messes. Which also make this our Cheap Thrills choice of the week.
I actually need a cute bag to take to the park. This is perfect. I won't be upset if sand or dirt gets all over it.
I would not buy this one,but it is very affordable,so if you hang a lot on the beach,why not.