The summer heat of August is fast and fleeting, so now’s the time to dive in and cool off—be it ocean, pool, pond, or bay.
Partial to lolling about for hours? Drift away on this colorful inflatable inner tube, inspired by the waves off the Izu peninsula in Japan. $68, at Sylvester & Co. Modern General, 103 Main St., Sag Harbor, 631-725-5012.
Prepare to dazzle with this swell pair of injected-nylon sunglasses from the Spanish fashion house Loewe. $380 (shown: coral pink), at Ryland Life Equipment, 155 Main St., Sag Harbor, 631-808-3221.
Themis Zouganeli, a designer for Dior Maison and Atelier Swarovski, has launched her own lifestyle brand based on her Grecian heritage. The Athenee maxi shirtdress looks great not only at poolside cocktails, but also out on the town. $506, at Via Coquina, 26 Madison St., Sag Harbor, 631-500-5920.
Something wicker this way comes: Make this classic Joyce picnic tote, constructed from rattan, wood, and leather, your newest summer staple. Available in Vachetta (shown) and navy, $298, at J. McLaughlin, 2442 Montauk Hwy., Bridgehampton, 631-537-1962.
Montauk-based designer Cynthia Rowley has teamed up with Timex to re-envision the company’s best-selling dive watch, the Navi 38mm, which is water resistant up to 100 meters and features a soft silicone rubber strap. Available in blue (shown) and black, $150, 696 Montauk Hwy., Montauk, 631-668-8077.
Easy to carry, set up, and break down, this beach tent provides six feet of sun coverage and lots of chic coastal vibes. $299, at Brass & Burl, 404 Montauk Hwy., East Hampton, 888-406- 4002.
Bilbo to go! Through Labor Day weekend, let Sag Harbor favorite Le Bilboquet provide the feast for your day on the water. The restaurant’s reusable boat basket features summer staples such as Niçoise salad and lobster rolls. From $200, order in advance through hellobilbo.com.
Stop monkeying around! Grab a foldable beach chair in Roller Rabbit’s classic water-resistant print and let the fun begin. $159, 53D Jobs Ln., Southampton, 631-259-2566.
Featuring a seat of recycled sailcloth, this foldable oak deck chair makes a summery, nautical perch. $420, at Loaves & Fishes Cookshop, 2266 Montauk Hwy., Bridgehampton, 631-537- 6066.
Book a beach lesson or boat excursion through Hamptons Lift Foils, then fly above the water at speeds of up to 35 miles per hour on a cutting-edge eFoil board. Lessons from $500 per person; for more information, call 561-348-4531.
Totally stoked! Montauk surf queen Quincy Davis has put her stamp of approval on this two-tone heavyweight cotton beach towel. $78, at Quincy MTK, 805 Montauk Hwy., Montauk, 631-702-5355.
Springs-based decorator Sasha Bikoff has partnered with pool float company Oliver James to create five playful, vibrantly colored water loungers that will nudge your inflatable swan out of competition. Approx. $1,070 (shown: Kiwi).
No need to fret about broken glass. Juliska’s pretty acrylic stemware allows you to sip your poolside rosé without worry. $24 a glass, at Kathy Kuo Home, 30 Jobs Ln., Southampton, 631-377-3213.
