The 29 Best Beach Bags and Totes You'll Love Schlepping Through the Sand

This striped blue tote by Hat Attack is adorned with beachy fringe that captures carefree summer vibes. But more than cute, it's a cooler too (!), featuring insulated aluminum lining on the interior.

Take your beach bag to the next level with customization options from Poolside. The brand offers multi-colored yarn, shell, or rhinestone options, along with the custom text of your choice.

Junes' sustainable tote bags are as stylish as they are eco-friendly. They're crafted from Bio-Knit fabric made with recycled plastic bottles and come in tons of bright and neutral colors. Oh, and don't sleep on the cute coordinating pouches for snacks and small essentials.

No one will mistake your beach bag for theirs when it's a Paravel tote, monogrammed with your initials. You can customize yours to the size and colors you like best—it comes in small, medium, and large, and four different tones.

This darling tote from Business & Pleasure Co. is, in fact, a functional cooler made from canvas with custom printed waterproof vinyl lining. So consider yourself prepped for all the stylish beach picnics this summer.

Netted bags are the tote bag MVP—they're as handy at farmer's markets as they are on beach days. And the best part? Zero risk of sand riddled seams.

Kule's bright stripes always make a splash. This ultra-oversize eye-catching style will be the talk of the beach town, guaranteed.

Beachside tennis, anyone? This rattan tote is extraordinarily perfect for a day that takes you directly from the court to the sand.

This oversize patchwork bag from Arizona Love is so fun. The mix-and-match bandana print summons memories of being a kid at camp.

Loewe's large logo straw bag quickly became a cult classic. This season, we're eyeing the label's new raffia tote, designed to mimic a seashell's shape and texture.

An ultra-spacious bag is essential if you're in charge of bringing all the snacks and drinks. This roomy style, made from recycled nylon, can handle it all.

This Saint Laurent bag so clearly belongs on the French Riviera beaches alongside a large floppy hat and oversize sunnies.

This colorful knitted bag is oh-so-fun for beach days. The netting and bright hue options scream summer, while the leather handles lend a touch of city sophistication.

Cult Gaia's pieces were undoubtedly made for a beach vacation. Case in point: this uniquely structured rattan tote.

The spacious tote is made out of a fabric derived from post-consumer, recycled plastic bottles with webbed organic cotton handles. It's waxed for extra durability and features tons of pockets to keep you organized. The best part: your purchase will provide meals for children through No Kid Hungry.

Checkerboard print continues to be one of the trendiest prints, thanks to TikTok. So give your beach 'fit a 2022 twist with this lightweight marigold bag, handwoven by artisans in Chiapas, Mexico.

Sensi Studio has you covered with this woven midi bag if you're looking for something a little more structured. It's perfect for light travelers who only require a book and their phones on a beach day.

Afraid of the splish and splash? Then look no further than Zara's transparent waterproof tote bag.

This colorful striped woven tote is 100-percent made for Instagram. Load it up with all your essentials for an aesthetically pleasing day in the sun.

Shay Mitchell's founded her line, Béis, as a way to offer stylish and affordable luggage and carry-alls for all. Naturally, a beach bag is part of the collection—we love the sleek sheer mesh aesthetic of this one, which also comes in black.

This canvas tote is instantly recognizable, not to mention nostalgic, which is why we love it so much. This navy shade works year-round, though we adore it for holding warm-weather essentials seaside.

Your friends will never lose sight of you on the beach when toting this vibrant print bag. It's woven from neoprene—so beachy!—and comes with a zip pouch included.

We love the sun-soaked aesthetic of this striped tote for a day in the sun. It's made from softly structured canvas with tons of room for your beach day essentials.

If your beach day also involves a hike, put this water-repellant Lululemon tote on your must-buy list.

We love the artisanal feel of this jute tote. It's handwoven on wooden looms by skilled artisans who are part of a Fair Trade program in Bangladesh.

Watermelon cooler high. Yes—an adorably insulated bag to protect your seltzers and snacks (fresh watermelon?) from the heat. Pro tip: fill with ice packs rather than cubes to avoid a soppy mess.

You never know when a day at the beach will turn into a night out—this braided leather tote can effortlessly pull double duty, transitioning from sand to city.

This clear tote bag from Kelly Wynne comes with a removable zip-top pouch for all your essentials. No more digging through your bag when it comes time to pay for parking.

It doesn't get more luxurious than a Celine tote designed to hold your beach towel. Sure, it may seem a tad one-note, but at least it's built with an interior zip pocket for small essentials.