10 Sizzling Swim Shopping Tips!

Overwhelmed by shopping for suits? Don't know what to put in your beach bag? Check out our top must-haves before you hit the stores – or the beach! By Katherine Kluznik

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STOCK THESE BEACH BAG MUST-HAVES

Stash these five items in your favorite beach bag to make your day at the shore as glam as it is carefree.
1. Try out the latest trends with a pair of cheap but chic shades that you won't worry about getting scratched by sand.
2. Repurpose your brightest water-resistant makeup bag to stash and protect your camera, phone, keys and iPod.
3. Save your skin with a broad-spectrum sunscreen of at least 30 SPF.
4. Keep hydrated under the hot sun with Sigg's stylish new Hot and Cool water bottle.
5. Find the perfect beach read with Borders' Best Book List of the top editors' and readers' picks of the year.