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    Hot In The Hive: SurfMonk's Perfect Beach Blanket!

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    Ida Hsiang on Aug 3, 2009 6:20 AM PDT
    Summer has been speeding by, but it's not quite time to pack up the BBQ grills and sundresses just yet! You've found the perfect swimsuit, learned how to do minimal make-up to avoid melting in the sun, found products to use for "beachy" hair, and don't have to worry about getting sun-burned because, by now, you are a bronzed goddess. So I'm going to throw one more tip on summer fun at the beach or poolside your way! Lather up the SPF, adjust that bikini, order yourself a refreshing drink and relax and lay back on ... the sand?! The hot, plastic lounge-chair that's been sitting in the sun all day? No thanks. But no worries, because we may have just found the perfect beach blanket for you! SurfMonk is a company that specializes in all things surf and swim. They happen to have an awesome beach blanket, and here's why. First, it's huge. It's long enough to cover the entire lounge chair so none of your body has to get burned on the hot vinyl, and it can fit two people comfortably laying down! Second, it feels amazing! SurfMonk uses a special blend of bamboo (the new "it" fabric) and cotton to make their terry cloth, leaving the blanket super-soft and plush to the touch-- plus, they include built in straps to help tie your blanket to a chair or post in case of wind. Then, as if that wasn't reason enough to by this ultra-comfy, eco-friendly beach blanket, the thing even has pockets! Now you can store your keys, cell-phone or wallet right inside your beach blanket and not have to worry about it being stolen or buried under the sand.


    Price: $99.00
    Who Found It: idabone was first to add the SurfMonk: Beach Blanket to the Hive.

    Pool-Friendly Gadgets & Waterproof Gizmos For The Beach Bum ...

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    Alex Gambardella on Jul 10, 2009 2:20 PM PDT
    A true techie is firmly attached to her PDA, music player, digital camera, and other can't-live-without gadgets at all times -- rain or shine, land or sea. Sure, it might be the perfect day to hit the beach, but are those afternoon hours of relaxing on the sand really worth the withdrawal symptoms you suffer from having to leave your electronics behind? Fret not, tech-fiends. The summer months, in cahoots with the ever-evolving gadget industry, bring forth a slew of water-safe, portable versions of your plug-ins so you can stay connected even while in the pool. Chat it up while you float on your blow-up raft with a waterproof bluetooth headset, take underwater video with a Sanyo digital camcorder, and lug all your e-loot in a solar charging tote! Take a look at the slideshow and see how your beach days can get a major upgrade.

    8 Beach Totes That'll Keep You Equipped In Style

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    Alex Gambardella on Jul 2, 2009 2:18 PM PDT
    If you're lucky enough to live within driving distance of a beach (or a lake... or even a pool or sprinkler system, for that matter), chances are you're water-bound or bust whenever the temperatures creep up past a comfortable level. But even the most impromptu of beach trips aren't as breezy as your spontaneous "plans" aim to be -- before you hop into the back of your friend's coast-bound convertible, you have to dash back to your room for your wallet, your sunscreen, your sunglasses, your towel... not to mention a cute beachy bag to throw it in all into! We may not know where you misplaced your swimsuit, but we can help you pick out a posh and practical tote to lug all your pool-lounging loot in once you find it all! Whether your taste is expensive or bargain-hunting, you're bound to grow attached to at least one of these beachy bags that'll keep your stuff dry and organized, no matter how wet and wild the summer adventure (as if you really need another reason to go bag shopping)! Check the slideshow for my 8 beach-friendly favorites!

    Summer Scents You Can Spritz On The Go!

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    Ida Hsiang on Jun 30, 2009 10:18 AM PDT
    Summer can be the busiest time of year for many of us. Three months of vacation, travel, weekend excursions, surprise visits and spontaneous road trips! All those days at the beach, evening concerts and other balmy night activities sure are fun, but keep us busy and running all around! What is the best way to stay looking and smelling so fresh and so clean (clean) if there's no time to stop by the house in between things? There's travel size cosmetics, blotting papers, compact mirrors, mini hair brushes and even dry shampoo! But what about perfume? The last thing you want to do is stuff your already bulging tote with the Nordstrom's fragrance department! Some mini perfume solids and oils have become my favorites, but at times, I just want to smell like my favorite perfume... the one that only comes in a spray-on version. The latest trend in perfumes and scents is the travel size tube! These are glass vials that hold about 0.3 oz of your favorite scent, so you can grab a familiar favorite and slip it easily into a purse or pocket and smell like your freshest you anytime and anywhere. More and more stores are providing this simple and sweet solution in scents so check out your favorite beauty store! Still not sure if you'll be able to find your specific favorite? Check out the slideshow for some classic favorites.

    The Summer "It" Accessory: An Everything-Proof iPod Speaker Case

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    Alex Gambardella on May 26, 2009 3:25 PM PDT
    Hanging out by the beach/lake/pool sans tune-age is no fun, but neither is accidentally drowning your hapless iPod. Sure, there are protective iPod cases, and there are hardly waterproof portable speaker systems, but going with just one or the other is bound to leave your tunes either safely covered but too quiet to liven up a pool party, or a disaster waiting to happen once the splashes start up. Instead, pack this clever water-/spill-/shatter-proof "Ego Ice" iPod Sound Case which also floats! This handy contraption fits the iPod Classic, iPod Photo, iPod Video & all iPod Nanos. Grab one for yourself in preparation for summer at Otterbox.com. For more fashionably techie finds, make sure to click on over to Fashiontribes!
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