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Beach Days Aren't Complete Without These Fun Dresses, Sandals and Bags

6 July 2025 at 02:15

Sunscreen? Check. Sunglasses? Check. A main character-energy outfit? With these Amazon pieces, it’s a definite check. Whether you’re heading to the shore for a weekend getaway or planning to post up by the pool, the right outfit takes your beach day from basic to “bring on the photo ops!”

We found nine under-$50 Amazon gems that deliver major style without the splurge. Think flirty dresses, on-trend sandals and beach-ready bags that’ll have strangers asking, “Where’d you get that?” Each pick brings just the right mix of fun, flattering and functional . . . because looking cute and feeling comfy in the heat? That’s the dream.

Amazon Beach-Inspired Dresses, Sandals and Bags

Dresses

1. Cover-Up Cutie: This crocheted cutie gives just enough “peekaboo” to show off your swimsuit while still offering sun coverage. The oversized fit and airy knit design make it a throw on-and-go dream.

2. Sunset Swing: Nothing says “summer’s here” like a mini halter dress. This one features delicate embroidery and feels trip-ready, even if you’re just brunching beachside with your besties.

3. Tropical Punch: The bold palm print, one-shoulder moment and breezy silhouette are three details that make this dress your beach trip MVP. Add gold hoops and a straw clutch, and you’re giving resort glam on a budget.

4. Floral and Flowy: While technically not really a dress, if you ask Us, this matching two-piece set totally counts. It’s giving Mamma Mia vibes with a blue and white color scheme and airy silhouette. The smocked, puff-sleeve top and tiered maxi skirt are equal parts comfy and pic-ready — just add sun-kissed waves and a fruity drink.

Sandals

5. Floral Flips: Looking for easy-to-wear sandals that feel unique enough for vacay? These flower-style sandals are just the thing. With a soft padded insole, adjustable back strap and a cute detail, they’re comfy enough for seaside strolls and stylish enough for evening cocktails.

6. Golden-Hour Glow: These gold metallic sandals add just the right amount of shine to any beach outfit. The strappy design keeps them feeling dainty and feminine, while the flat sole makes them ideal for sand-to-sidewalk transitions. Bonus? They’re under $30.

7. Chill Chic: These minimalist sandals give off major vacation energy with zero effort. The woven details give the shoes a nice texture and the gold hardware elevates the entire thing. Plus, the slip-on style means you’ll actually want to wear them everywhere.

Bags

8. Raffia Realness: Woven bags are having a moment — and this structured little number makes it easy to hop on the trend. The gold chain strap adds polish while the roomy interior fits your sunnies, SPF and a mini lip gloss stash.

9. Coastal Cool: If beach bags had a stylish older sister, this would be her. With a warm cognac hue and chunky gold chain, this sleek shoulder bag instantly elevates your swimwear look — no towel tote required.

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This Rich-Looking Lounge Set on Amazon Is a Compliment Magnet

6 July 2025 at 01:15

Trust me, we all have those days. Nothing fits right, colors are clashing, pieces are wrinkled and we’re (usually) running late. I’m a major proponent of planning outfits ahead; while a good ‘ol jeans and top duo never fails, it’s not the most comfortable getup.

If you’re a comfort connoisseur like me, comfortable means loose! I found a two-piece outfit on Amazon that gives me a Pilates mom aesthetic, all without squeezing, poking or highlighting insecurities. It’s the ideal outfit for when you don’t know what to wear, but still want to look effortlessly chic, put together and — depending on the occasion — expensive.

This set is as comfy as it gets, made of a skin-soft, light-as-air polyester, spandex and rayon blend.. The material is four-way stretchy and wrinkle-free, too! A kangaroo pocket, half-zip design and relaxed fit are just a few highlights of the top, as are breezy sleeves and a trendy lapel collar. The bottoms are just as swoon-worthy, featuring a jogger-style cuffs, a high elastic waist and roomy pockets for all your essentials.

While the pieces look stunning worn together, they can also be mixed and matched with others in your wardrobe. I wear the bottoms with a tank top and sneakers to the gym, but you can also pair them with a half-tucked white tee and sandals for a casual out-to-dinner outfit. The top layers beautifully with just about anything, so don’t be afraid to play around with it. You’re guaranteed to look like a celebrity mom!

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There are 17 different colors to choose from and trust me, you’ll want them all. I snagged the taupe hue for a versatile, all-year-round style, but another color is in my cart. Reviewers are with me!

“Somehow, I look tall and slim,” one writes. “Not what I expected. It’s even better. I am 5’4, carrying about 10 pounds too much, with a bubble butt, curvy hips and medium size legs. This drapes on me beautifully. It flatters my butt, even if it does have a couple of dimples. I will order another suit or two in other colors . . .”

Same, girlfriend!

Get the Pinspark Two-Piece Matching Tracksuit for $50 on Amazon! Please note, prices are accurate at the date of publication but are subject to change.

Not what you’re looking for? Shop other tracksuits on Amazon and don’t forget to check out Amazon’s Daily Deals here!

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Brooks Nader and More Stars Who Normalized Discussing Their Periods

5 July 2025 at 23:53

Demi Lovato, Jennifer Lawrence, Brooks Nader and more stars have inspired others to speak candidly about their periods.

For far too long, reproductive health issues were treated as taboo subjects, but public health experts and celebrities have helped make huge strides in normalizing discussions around the menstrual cycle.

Dakota Johnson got very real in 2019 when discussing the ways in which she struggled physically and emotionally during her cycle.

“If I’m honest, my hormonal changes during my menstrual cycle are ruining my life,” she told InStyle at the time. “Every month. It’s unbelievable. It’s really f****** amazing. I can’t get a grip on it. I’m like, what? Every time, I’m totally scandalized about what happens to my body and my brain. My boobs are like eight times the size they normally are. It’s really a traumatic thing, and it happens every month.”

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The Materialists actress added that her experiences inspired her to partner with the charitable group Global Citizen to promote reproductive health education for the developing world.

“I really would like to understand and be able to manage things a little better, know what’s happening in my body, and know what I’m putting into it,” she noted.

Keep scrolling for more stories of celebrities speaking candidly about their periods.

Brooks Nader

Nader revealed in July 2025 that her period unexpectedly started while she was watching a tennis match at Wimbledon. In a TikTok video, the model spun around in her cap-sleeve black blouse with a long white skirt to reveal a small bloodstain on the skirt.

“Tries to be chic. Starts 🩸 at Wimbledon,” she joked.

Demi Lovato

The “Cool for the Summer” singer told People that her mom and sister celebrated when she revealed that she’d gotten her period for the first time.

“I told my mom and my sister [when I got my first period] … and they actually embarrassed me so bad,” she joked in 2015. “My sister folded a poster board in half and made a card out of it and drew pictures, and it said, ‘Happy Period Day!’”

Lovato went on: “[My sister] drew stick figures and kisses, and she used red markers … I have a pretty good sense of humor, so on one hand, I was totally embarrassed, and on the other, I thought it was awesome.”

Jennifer Lawrence

The Hunger Games actress explained to Harper’s Bazaar that her period has presented fashion challenges since it tends to occur right at the peak of awards season. Lawrence famously went with a “Plan B” dress for the 2016 Golden Globes to avoid discomfort.

“Plan A was a dress that I couldn’t wear because awards season is synced with my menstrual cycle, and it has been for years,” she said. “It was loose at the front. And I didn’t have to worry about sucking anything in. The other dress was really tight, and I’m not going to suck in my uterus. I don’t have to do that.”

Kate Winslet

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Kate Winslet in January 2025. Matt Winkelmeyer/WireImage

In a 1998 Rolling Stone interview, Winslet remembered what it was like to shoot Titanic in a massive water tank at the same time as she was going through her period.

“I’m not saying it was all happy-clappy,” the Oscar winner said. “There were days when you’d just think, ‘Oh, my God, I’ve got my period and I can’t get in that freezing-cold water today.’ I remember standing up and saying to everyone, ‘Listen, if it suddenly looks like Jaws, the movie, it’s my fault.’”

Gigi Hadid

The supermodel spoke earnestly with friend Kendall Jenner for Vogue about the way her body changed throughout her cycle.

“My boobs are small right now. They get really big when it’s that time of the month,” Gigi explained.

Jenner nodded along and even joined in saying “that time of the month” with Hadid, indicating that she may have had similar experiences.

Lena Dunham

Dunham has spoken about undergoing a hysterectomy in 2017 following her endometriosis diagnosis. (According to the Mayo Clinic, endometriosis is a condition that results from the “inner lining of the uterus [growing] outside the uterus.” It can cause severe pain during menstrual cycles.)

The Girls creator told The Times U.K. that the medical procedure presented its own challenges for her viability to carry a child, since her uterus, cervix and one of her ovaries were removed.

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“It was a grief but it was also a relief,” she said in June 2025. “I thought I would have the opportunity to experience my fertility and my cycle waning and it never was. Instead it was a very quick, sharp cut-off … I will say we’re in the process of expanding our family in new ways.”

Brooklyn Decker

Decker revealed in 2020 that she used Depends branded underwear — which help control leakage for those suffering from incontinence.— after giving birth to her second child. (Decker and husband Andy Roddick share son Hank and daughter Stevie.)

“If you don’t want to talk about periods, keep scrolling,” she joked via Instagram. “I don’t know why I’m putting this out there publicly, but wtf happens post-children that makes … well … let’s just say I am now in the depends-wearing stage of my period.”

The model received lots of love for speaking so frankly, with many of her famous followers sharing similar experiences. Life in Pieces star Angelique Cabral agreed that it’s “a war zone down there” after having kids, while Teresa Palmer said she was “still waiting for [my period] to return so I can’t have more babies.”

Amy Schumer

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Amy Schumer in June 2025. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for Tribeca Festival

Schumer fronted a PSA in 2020, in partnership with tampon brand Tampax, to encourage others to “take control over their periods.” The humorous clip followed Schumer as she chatted with real people about their most vulnerable period stories.

“It made my heart hurt to hear about the discomfort people are putting up with because they don’t understand periods or even how to use a tampon properly,” she said at the time. “I want to do everything I can to change that. My hope is that through this partnership, we’ll educate ourselves and each other and take the senseless shame out of getting your period.”

Miley Cyrus

Cyrus revealed to Marie Claire in 2015 that she enlisted her mom Tish Cyrus’ help in a moment of dire need when she got her period on the Hannah Montana set. Unfortunately, the singer was wearing white pants at the time!

“It was so embarrassing, but I couldn’t leave,” she recalled. “And I was crying, begging my mom, ‘You’re going to have to put the tampon in. I have to be on set.”

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