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How to Look Dashing Next to Saltwater

Hey, look at that. The first day of summer fell on a Friday this year. Guess that means you’ll be planning a summer’s-officially-here trip to the Georgia coast. Herewith: a little handsome inspiration to put some wind in your sails. Vaya con Buffett.

FOR GETTING THERE

These Canvas Bags from Miller Brothers

What: Four brightly colored weekend duffels from Miller Brothers. One of them has a lining with anchors on it. We assume that means it’s legit.
Why: You’ll need a natty-boardshorts-carrying mechanism. Any of these should do. Multiple pockets: check. Rust-free zippers: check. Ability to make you care about rust-free zippers: not check.

FOR BECOMING ONE WITH THE SEA

This Oyster Shell Belt Buckle from Sid

What: A brass replica of an oyster shell that lives on your belt.
Why: Because you love oysters. And when you find yourself eating oysters on some be-barnacled dock on St. Simons, it’ll be nice to look down and see another oyster. No one said this was complicated.

FOR THE SUNSET STROLL

These Blue Espadrilles from Suitsupply

What: Blue Spanish-suede espadrilles with cork soles.
Why: Beach or not, you can’t always go barefoot. You could get a splinter on the boardwalk. Or step on a crab in the sand. Or not wear blue Spanish-suede espadrilles and risk looking less incredible than everyone else.

FOR TRIMMING THE MAINSAIL

This Nautical Tee from Steven Alan

What: Just a casually dapper navy-and-cream-striped crew T-shirt.
Why: Initially, we were going to say sailing. Then we thought about it and... actually, no, we’re sticking with sailing. It’s perfect for that. You’ll look like you’re in a movie or something. A fragrance ad, at the very least.

FOR STOKING THE BONFIRE

These Loud Pants from H. Stockton

What: The reddish-pink pants Gilligan would’ve worn after he got off the island. Or something. Doesn’t matter, they’re soft and great.
Why: The beach rental comes with a fire pit. And lovely neighbors who love fire pits. These are what you’ll wear when you’re entertaining them. Reddish pink pants = entertaining gold.