Happy Thursday, friends!
We are back home after a SUPER AMAZING birthday trip for Erika in Turks and Caicos! We got home late last night and guess what? Now, I’m hosting our annual Cinco de Mayo party (well, Cuatro de Mayo if we’re being accurate).
Now don’t forget, if you haven’t entered SHAY’S BEACH BAG HAPPY MAY GIVEAWAY, you need to do that ASAP! The winner will be randomly selected later today and announced on tomorrow’s blog post. You enter HERE!
This year, I thought I’d help you get your yard, beach bag and warm weather-lovin’ family ready for the season early instead of later on by sharing my TOP WARM WEATHER AMAZON FINDS. From goggles to pool noodles and so much more, these are the warm weather finds we depend on each summer.
This one photo has several of our favorite finds. We LOVE our BOSE SPEAKER year around, and because it’s water-resistant, it’s perfect for the beach and pool. We also love our YETI TUMBLERS and our little BEACH TABLE.
THESE POOL NOODLES are the most amazing. They’re pricier than normal noodles but LAST FOREVER and are basically INDESTRUCTIBLE. Other, less expensive noodles we’ve purchased have all broken, gone ‘weak’, cracked and fell a part after a few months (for sure by the end of the season), but these are over two years old and still going very strong. My kids are not gentle with them either…and yet, they’re as good as new. Plus, I love them because they carry some weight. Instead of needing multiple noodles to keep you afloat, these allow for just one per person. We love them!
I’ve bought a gazillion goggles over the years, but my kids told me this year that without a doubt, THESE GOGGLES ARE THEIR FAVE. I love them because they’re easy to adjust from one kid to another.
We are dedicated to THESE STRIPED BEACH TOWELS. They’re absorbent, they’re classic, they wash and dry well. Our fave.
THIS BEACH BLANKET. Yes, yes, yes! Where have we taken this gem? Nantucket multiple times, Martha’s Vineyard, Mexico, Hawaii…it’s such a great way to create a nice big sort of sand-free space for eating, resting, lounging, etc. After each use, we shake it out, fold it up (it folds up nice and small) and use it again another day.
THESE BIG GIANT POOL FLOATS are like members of our family. We love them. When pool season is over, we deflate them and pack them up for the next year.
This VISOR is pure gold. I bought it in May 2020 and wear it ALL THE TIME! It comes in so many other colors too and is adjustable. I love it!
Any sort of YETI (or Yeti-style) BACKPACK is a must for my family. I cannot remember the last vacation we took where we didn’t bring it along. Not just trips either…it’s at our side at sporting events too! A busy sports weekend? No worries! Our Yeti backpack makes hauling food and drinks super simple and keeps everything nice and cold. They don’t make our version any longer, but there are many others that are very similar.
I don’t even now how many times I’ve purchased THIS SET OF BEACH TOYS HERE. No matter how old my kids get, this set is still their very favorite and has been for YEARS! Sometimes, at the end of the trip, instead of bringing back the sandy set, we give them to a family just arriving at the beach for their vacation and then grab another set for another vacation. Always the same set because it’s our fave.
Of course, you guys know MY FAVORITE BEACH BAG. You’ll be so surprised at the quality after you check out the price. It comes in so many great colors, has a variety of pockets, washes off, packs easily and carries a load. It is my very favorite Amazon summer find which is why…
…I’m giving it away plus everything inside 🙂 .
And if you’re looking for a few new tanks and tees to put you in the summer mood…
I’m a big fan of SUNSHINE VIBES…
…SUNSHINE, SUNSHINE, SUNSHINE…
…and SUNSHINE AND COFFEE (of course). See? That VISOR is pure summer gold!
That wraps up my favorite summer finds! I’m off to host our Cinco de Mayo party 🙂 . Make sure you check out…
…our EASY MARGARITA recipe plus…
…my 25 Keys to Outdoor Summer Entertaining too!
It’s good to be home! I’ll see you all here tomorrow. xx
Elspeth Mizner says
So many fun favorites!! Thank you for sharing!! I can’t wait for summer!
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Katie says
Jalapeño limeade from Trader Joe’s and tequila – the perfect, easy spicy margarita. Stock up on the limeade though because it’s seasonal.
Melissa Terry says
Just bought the sunshine and coffee tee-so cute for summer! Thanks for sharing xo
Susan Jeffries says
I am so ready for hot weather! It has been 30 degrees here in Ohio- and raining constantly. Yuck. I love your slippers! I have turned into a slippers girl and love the summer styles!
Sheaffer says
COME! ON! SUMMER!!!!!!
Whitney Collins says
Can you share the details (length, width and depth) of your pool?
Mix and Match Mama says
Oh gosh, I have no idea of the dimensions now, but at it’s deepest part, it’s 5 feet.
Beth Valenta says
This just gets me ready! I just got the visor in green and can’t wait to wear it.
Mix and Match Mama says
I love it in green!
Ashley says
Love these kinds of posts! Question: do you have any recommendations on beach umbrellas? I live by south padre island and have gone through SO MANY over the years. I just cant find any that last more than two summers!
Mix and Match Mama says
You know, that’s one thing we haven’t purchased. I bet another blog reader might have a rec for you here today though!
Jenny N says
We buy our umbrella’s from Sam’s Club. They are Sunbrella fabric and we have had them for several years and they don’t fade. We buy the heavy bases that Sams carries also so they don’t blow over if it gets windy. We live south of Houston and we have had ours for at least 5 years and they still look new.
Heather says
It’s pricey but highly recommend the Shibumi Shade!!
Sara Wolf says
Love this time of year with my whole summer-lovin’ heart! ❤️ Great recommendations (the Amazon visor is gold and probably my most worn summer accessory). Can you share a link to your yellow shorts you have on in the “Ocean Air & Salty Hair” pic? My daughter would LOVE those. Thanks Shay!
Mix and Match Mama says
Those are oldies but goodies from the brand Zella at Nordstrom
Ann says
Any chance you remember where you purchased the ruffle-sleeve tank top you’re wearing in the pic with the Visor? Thank you!
Mix and Match Mama says
It was from the brand Gibson but many years ago. It’s so cute, right?!
Alisha says
We recently grabbed some of those pool noodles (maybe not the exact brand, but look exactly the same!) for $20 at Costco! I’m so excited for them!
Erika Slaughter says
We’re READY for you, SUMMER!!
Stephanie Stafford says
Love the navy top with cute ruffle in the visor picture. Where is it from?
Mix and Match Mama says
That was one of Cassie’s Gibson collection tops from many moons ago.
Jess says
Can you share link to blanket? Sorry it is going to an error page-thanks for all the suggestions!
Mix and Match Mama says
I just corrected it! I’m so sorry about that!
Jillian Vansickle says
Happy cico de mayo shay and family! enjoy your party 🎉
Jill says
The beach mat/blanket link does not work. Can you replace the link?
Mix and Match Mama says
I just did! I’m so sorry about that!
Nicole Hand says
I’m having troubles with the beach blanket link.. anyone else…. What brand is it?
Mix and Match Mama says
That is so weird! It’s this one: POPCHOSE-Sandfree-Blanket-Sandproof-Waterproof
Angela says
Hi Shay! Can you share how you pack your Yeti cooler when going on trips? Is the Yeti Andrew’s “personal item” that he just Carrie’s on instead of a backpack? Or do you pack it inside a suitcase and fill up the inside of the cooler? We always seem to be stuffed full when packing for a trip and don’t have room for a cooler. I’d love tips on how you pack this and bring the Yeti cooler along on your vacations, thanks!
Mix and Match Mama says
We do it one of two ways. Either Andrew brings it on the plane as his personal item or we pack it in our suitcase but filled with things (to make sure of the space). It really depends on what else we’re packing.