The Best Beach Bags and Totes for Summer

From towels and sunscreen to snacks, books and hats, this waterproof wonder can hold it all. The durable nylon design wipes clean inside and out and earns top marks for enduring comfortability. Creamy white shoulder stripes pop against the punchy tangerine tote, yielding a nostalgic design fitting for seaside summers.

Parents, this striped stunner is the beach bag you never knew you needed and won't be able to live without. The extra-large tote measures 24 inches wide, 19 inches high and 12 inches deep to provide ample stow-and-go space for your family's beach day essentials. Better still, the tote is made from durable, wipeable all-weather fabric that maintains its structured design no matter how many wet towels you throw its way. Oh, and it's collapsible and folds away for space-saving, stress-free storage between trips.

This playful carryall comes fully loaded with everything you need for baby beach days. Noteworthy features include an expansive front tech pocket, a zippered closure, three zippered interior pockets, two bottle side pouches and a water-resistant lining. Load this beauty with diapers, bottles, snacks and more, then continue to carry it when you come home from vacation.

Fact: Straw beach bags will never go out of style. This personalized take on the timeless bag design is an investment that you will relish using for summers to come. Each tote is handwoven from natural palm leaves to create a classic, basket-style silhouette and topped with cognac leather handles to provide a comfortable (and durable) grip. A hand-painted monogram and stripe motif rounds out the design with a custom touch in your choice of 11 eye-catching colorways.

Neoprene bags are popular for pool days and beach trips alike — and for good reason. The popular material is ultra-durable, washable and water, oil and UV-resistant. This sporty design features an orange perforated neoprene body. Each bag comes with a magnetic closure that opens to the interior and a detachable matching pouch that can be used for storage or worn solo as a clutch.

The days of struggling with a bulky cooler in the sand are behind us. This chic carryall cooler tote marries retro flair with modern functionality. The roomy tote bag boasts a timeless striped canvas exterior complete with two zip pockets: one to tote your tech essentials and one with a handy hidden bottle opener. A recycled PVC lining insulates the bag's interior, keeping your packed lunch and summery sips cool. Scoop up the cheerful marigold stripe design to add a touch of golden color to your vacay, or shop the same design in three additional (and equally charming) hues instead.

Looking for a (cute) cooler bag that won't break the bank? This contemporary design will not disappoint. The insulated tote comes with an exterior side pocket and boasts a generous interior that can hold up to 24 soda (read: hard seltzer) cans at one time. Choose between navy, black or a fresh sandy-white finish to best suit your summer style.

Spend less on your beach bag than you do on your Chipotle order and look good doing it. This beachy nylon tote earns the honor of our best multipurpose and budget pick because it's featherlight, water-resistant, machine-washable and long-wearing. Plus, it comes in 59 punchy hues and patterns to reflect your style on the cheap.

Never miss an opportunity to try out the latest fashion trends? Scoop up this dreamy bucket bag ASAP. The structured bucket bag is the unofficial "it" bag of the vacation season, and this textural, woven raffia design checks out. It features a canvas interior lining, a casual drawstring closure and a dimensional black netting for a splash of nautical appeal. Take your bucket bag from the beach to the bar by tying a summery scarf to the handle.

Keep your little one busy and collect meaningful memories with the help of this sweet seashell collection bag. The adorable mesh shoulder bag comes embroidered with your kiddo's name and features adjustable straps for comfortable wear. Choose between eight lively hues and nine thread colors to match their collection bag to their favorite swimsuit or beach towel.