Need a new beach bag

[Marylou2]

After many years of carrying the entire family's stuff with me in a back pack I've now upgraded my holiday wardrobe but I need a new beach bag. Any recommendations as I have no idea what's in style. Preferably no pompoms or Boden patterns....would like to look chic/ expensive in my dreams.Thanks

Look for one that has a zip across the top.
Narrow and tall is better rather than too wide.
It should have a wide enough bottom that it doesn't fall over when you place it on the floor.
One thatt won't show the dirt.
It shouldn't look too 'girly,' so your oh won't mind carrying it at times.
One with a shoulder strap.
One that is lightweight.

not a beach bag

I'm keeping an eye on LINEN HAMPTONS TOTE to get by end of the month. I like its plain color and looks chic too. Hope you'd like to check on it too.

IME you can get nicer ones abroad? Could you wait until you are there?

Kimber2 that's lovely. Also like the look of the JCREW tote on that page. I did try JCREW but couldn't see any bags I liked for summer. Trying not to get distracted by their Autumn Winter stuff.
Read your post to DH lmstyledilemma he is in complete agreement about the girliness. He's had 10 years of carrying Pink/peppapig/ my little pony so I think he deserves a break.

strong, roomy, not sure about chic...