This post will show you the best beach must haves under $50 that are fashionable and functional.

Your swimsuit isn’t the only thing that can make a statement at the beach or pool: everything from your towel to your beach bag is an opportunity to show off your personal style. These practical items can be stylish, too!

I’ve found the best beach must haves under $50 that are fashionable, fun, and functional. Read on for my top beach accessories that are sure to upgrade your beach days!

Related reading: What’s In My Beach Bag: 10 Summer Essentials

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Beach Bags

First thing’s first: you need a cute yet functional tote bag to carry all of your items to the beach or pool. The roomier, the better, IMO!

Stitching Tote Bag

CLICK TO BUY AT AERIE

This oversized woven tote bag is perfect for stashing all of your beach must-haves. Its contrasting pink stitching gives the bag a pop of color, along with its matching tassel detail.

Graphic Print Tote Bag

CLICK TO BUY AT TILLY’S

There’s nothing like an ocean breeze to put you in a “Salty State of Mind,” and this graphic print tote bag totally invokes summer beach days. Its funky font gives this beach must have a retro vibe.

Mesh Tote Handbag

CLICK TO BUY AT TARGET

As functional as it is fun, this mesh tote bag has a tie-dye print and a built-in lunch box at the bottom where you can store drinks and snacks. Its mesh upper breaks up the print and allows you to easily find your belongings, too.