Get set for summer

You might not be ready to get into your bikini yet, but there are other ways to gear up for summer. These items are on our list of essentials.

1. Ray-Ban Cathy Clubmaster

Ray-Ban believes you should “never hide”, and with their Cathy Clubmaster sunnies shading your peepers, you won’t want to. They’re more edgy than the classic wayfarers but still simple enough to go with any get-up. www.ray-ban.com/southafrica

2. Blomus Fontana Water Dispenser

Trade in your ordinary water bottle for this contemporary must-have, which also reduces your carbon footprint. The wide, stainless-steel rim allows you to spruce up your day by adding a little flavour with fresh pieces of fruit. The lid of the glass dispenser is also available in black, red and blue. www.blomus.com

3. Alessi’s Juicy Salif by Phillipe Starck

Add a personal touch to summer sundowners with the Alessi Juicy Salif. The citrus squeezer is a statement piece for the design conscious and is made with functionality in mind. The cast aluminium exterior provides a sleek finish while the contemporary design will make sure you won’t want to miss your daily vitamin C intake. Available at Spilhaus. www.spilhaus.co.za

4. Diane F+ CMYK Edition

A perfect way to capture your summer memories while taking you back in time, the Diane F+ CMYK is an analogue camera which operates on 35 mm film giving it a retro flare dating back to the 1960s. The design uses refreshing splashes of colour including pink, yellow and turquoise. For a variety of different pinhole cameras and accessories check out: shop.lomography.com

5. Navy Stripe beach towel

Boasting a nautical edge, this towel offers stylish, understated comfort to your beach experience. Get your hands on one of these beauties at Woolworths or, for more styles and information, visit: www.woolworths.co.za

6. Mobelli Piazza sun loungers

Chill out in style with Mobelli’s latest loungers. With wheels and an adjustable back you can spend the day following the sun. Mobelli, www.mobelli.co.za