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TORTOISESHELL KENNEDY SUNGLASSES, £30 Stylish sunglasses incorporating on-trend frames, natural sustainable bamboo arms and polarised lenses, complete with sunglasses case. From Moko, 17 Gandy Street, Exeter; www.mokoexeter.co.uk From Moko, 17 Gandy Street, Exeter; www.mokoexeter.co.uk SUN DRESS IN GRENADINE MIX, £59.99 This number will keep you cool on the beach with its loose, fl owy shape. Looks great layered with a white t-shirt or just over your bathers. Great for twirling in. From Caramel Clothing, 17-18 The Strand, Exmouth; www.caramelclothing.co.uk

SEAS THE DAY THE DAY

All you need for a day trip to the beach this summer

CROSS-BACK SWIMSUIT, £95 This eco-friendly swimsuit is made from 82 per cent recycled polyamide, has UV protection and is built to last season after season. From Sancho’s, 117 Fore Street, Exeter, www.sanchosshop.com

BUG OFF, £10.95 A citronella-based spray to keep pesky insects away from your skin. From Apothespa Exeter, 4 Cathedral Close, Exeter; www.apothespa.co.uk

SASS AND BELLE PRESSED FLOWERS LARGE GLASS STORAGE BOX, £15.95 Pop your strawberries and raspberries into this practical, cutesy glass box for sunny days out. From Hyde and Seek, Unit 1 Harlequins, 1 Paul Street, Exeter; www.hydeseek.co.uk

PANAMA HAT, £20 Always in style, this classic headgear comes with a black ribbon band for ultimate protection from the sun’s rays. From Snob, Tiverton or Budleigh Salterton Store; www.ilovesnob.co.uk HARMONICA SANDALS, £39 These leopard-patterned cork footbed sandals have underfoot cushioning to keep your tootsies comfy, and dimpled curves for extra grip to help you stroll with ease through the sand. From Mushulu; www.moshulu.co.uk

SUZIE TOTE BAG, £75

Simple and chic, this crisp white cotton bag is ideal for

Devon beach trips.

From Busby & Fox, 21 Cathedral Yard, Exeter, www.busbyandfox.com

BANTHAM DECKCHAIR, £57.50 These miniature children’s deckchairs have been crafted from sustainably sourced timber and are the perfect size for the little ones. You can choose your own fabric pattern and they also do adult – and giant sized – deckchairs. From Giant Deckchairs: www.giantdeckchairs.com