Beach bags

There are two main criteria for choosing a beach bag: practicality and style. But there are many other criteria for choosing a beach bag that take advantage of the current trend towards versatility:

1. A beach bag should be spacious and light, as its main function is to carry beach or lounging gear.
   
2. A beach bag should be practical, i.e. it should have storage compartments, a shoulder strap or comfortable handles. It can have zips or press stud fastenings, and external pockets for storing small items. A must is a beach bag with an insulated compartment for drinks or fresh food.
   
3. The design of a beach bag is important, because it represents you and shouldn't look like a shopping bag. It can be colorful or more discreet, and its aesthetics should benefit from the use of high-quality, durable materials.

A practical beach bag should be easy to store when not in use...

How do I choose a beach bag?

When choosing a beach bag, it's important to take several criteria into account to find the one that best suits your needs:

1. Size and capacity: Make sure the bag is big enough to hold everything you need to take to the beach.
   
2. Lightweight: Choose a lightweight bag to make it easier to carry, especially if you're walking to the beach.
   
3. Easy to clean: Choose a bag that's easy to clean, preferably hand-washable to avoid material deformation.
   
4. Storage compartments: opt for a bag with storage compartments to organize your belongings. For transporting cold drinks or victuals, which need to be protected from the heat and sun, think of the isothermal compartment.
   
5. Comfort: Make sure the beach bag has an adjustable shoulder strap or comfortable handles for convenient carrying.
   
6. Design: The look of a beach bag is a matter of personal taste but be aware that the trend is towards a return to raw materials, which evoke authenticity and respect for the environment.

The perfect beach bag exists, and we've found it...

If you think a beach bag should look like... a beach bag, then the Riviera is a winner - and not just because of its looks.

The Riviera beach bag combines a traditional design with lots of other benefits:

1. Made from woven raffia for lightness
   
2. An insulated compartment to keep your food and drinks cool
   
3. A pouch containing bamboo cutlery and plates for 4 people, as well as lightweight, unbreakable polypropylene glasses.
   
4. Long fabric handles for effortless carrying over the shoulder.