My Bachelorette Party Weekend Scrapbook

Flashy Flip-Flops

I love these flip-flops because they're perfect for wearing to the airport (easy to slip off at the security checkpoint!), and then I can slip them on for the beach. They could even work for dinner or going out if needed, since South Beach is pretty casual dress-code-wise.

SHOP NOW: J. Crew flip-flops, $30

The Perfect Pack

This bag makes a great weekend carry-on: I don't like to check a bag if I don't have to, and a backpack can fit a couple outfits and all my essentials. Plus, I've found that backpacks come in handy while traveling, especially if I happen to procrastinate getting to the airport for the flight home (sigh!) and have to run to my gate. (Not that that's ever happened before. ...)

SHOP NOW: J. Crew Backpack, $138

A Good Suit

I instantly hate all of my bathing suits right when summer comes, and simply cannot resist the urge to buy a new one. This suit is irresistible because it's tie-dye — I'm an admitted sucker for trends — and, since I don't yet own a tie-dye (not to mention teal) bikini, I therefore need this one. Works, right?

SHOP NOW: French Connection Bikini Top, $58, and Bottom, $48

Shade Chic

A good pair of sunglasses is a beach weekend essential for many reasons, including: They complete any outfit, keep me from squinting (i.e. getting wrinkles) and just generally make me look cool, which I am most certainly not.

SHOP NOW: Ray-Ban, $139

Wear Whenever Dress

Wear it to the beach, wear it to lunch, wear it to happy hour — this softly-printed dress is as versatile for a weekend in South Beach as it is cute.

SHOP NOW: Tucker Dress, $200

Going Out Gown

When it's time to hit the town (hey, maybe even paint it red), I'll want to wear a dress worthy of my location. Bright prints are a must for South Beach, but I want to keep my "club attire" classy, too — making this number an ideal choice.

SHOP NOW: Diane Von Furstenberg Dress, $345

Hit The Hay

After a long night of fun with the girls, I'll want some pjs that are both comfy and cool to combat that muggy Florida weather.

SHOP NOW: Steven Alan Pajama Top, $138 and Shorts, $78

Skin Saver

The most essential beauty product for a beach weekend is sunscreen. And these wipes will not only protect my skin — I can easily toss them in my purse and reapply on the go.

SHOP NOW: Tocca SPF 30 Sunscreen Towelettes, $28

Mane Tamer

I have straight hair, but humidity still makes mine frizz. I'll be putting some of this double-duty product in one of those handy three-ounce bottles to have on hand when I need to keep those tresses in check — and protect my hair from the elements.

SHOP NOW: Redken Blown Away, $16

Spray It On

Before embarking on my trip, you best believe I will be fake-and-baking the healthy way with a little help from an at-home spray tanner. (Best to not shock fellow beach-goers with my milky white hue.)

SHOP NOW: Neutrogena Micro-Mist Sunless Tanning Spray, $10

ON ELLE: Summer Road Trip Style

Party Favors

You can't have a bachelorette party without some sex-related, somewhat x-rated loot. (I'm the Relationships Editor, I know these things.) These animal-shaped vibrators make perfect favors ... and it doesn't hurt that, as funny as they are, they measure up in the pleasure department, too.

SHOP NOW: Bullet Buddies by Screaming O, $13

Required Reading

This how-to guide to everything — really, everything — sex-related would make a great gift for the bride-to-be. Hey, this is just what being a good bridesmaid looks like, folks.

SHOP NOW: Moregasm, $22.50

Now It's Your Turn!

I used my Glo Scrapbook to plan out all my South Beach-essentials — that way I could see everything I needed to pack and/or purchase. What will you use yours for?

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