Buying for someone who spends every summer weekend on the sand is easier than most gift lists, because they already know what they like. The trick is choosing something they will use on the first hot Saturday rather than shove in a cupboard. Here are four ideas, from $85 to $185, each from the New Summer 2026/27 Collection.
Prices below were checked against our store at the time of writing, so confirm on the product page before you order.
1. A towel they will actually want to lie on ($85)
A good towel is the safest beach gift going, as long as it is a step up from the one already at the bottom of the car. Our Swim Shady Luxury Beach Towel is 500gsm cotton with a soft velour face and an absorbent terry reverse, finished with a scalloped edge and a woven Swim Shady logo. It measures 162 x 90 cm, which is long enough for a proper stretch-out, and it comes in Pistachio, Limoncello and Azure.
Shop the Azure Luxury Beach Towel
2. Swim shorts that do more than swim ($99)
For the bloke who lives in his boardies from October to April, swim shorts are a gift he will wear weekly. Ours are 100% polyester, quick drying and mesh lined, with a mid-thigh length. There are two side pockets, an internal key pocket, and a back pocket with a magnetic closure that converts into a compact bag, so the shorts can come home with a wet towel and nothing else. Sizes run S to 2XL, in Island Navy, Island Maroon, Coastal Blue and Coastal Green, plus many more colourways in our Original Collection range.
If you are unsure on size, the shorts are the one item here where a gift receipt earns its keep. Browse the swim shorts or go straight to Island Navy.
3. A reversible beach bag, our Swim Bag ($109)
Most people carry their beach gear in whatever bag was closest to the door. A reversible beach bag, which we call a Swim Bag, gives them something better. Each Swim Bag is made from durable, lightweight Tyvek®, is water-resistant and can hold up to 20kg. Because the fabric is solid, sand does not sift in through the sides the way it can with open mesh. There is a magnetic closure, two zip pockets for keys and phone, and it folds down compactly when the day is done.
See the Pistachio Fresh Swim Bag.
4. The big one: a shade of their own ($185)
For the person who has everything, or the one who always ends up squinting at midday, the main event is the Azure Soothe Swim Shady solo beach shade. It is designed for one person, so it makes a personal gift rather than a shared one. If you are shopping for a couple or a family, each person can have their own.
The canopy is UPF 50+, made from recycled material (RPET), on an aluminium frame, and the whole thing weighs 1.8kg and folds to 58cm with a carry bag included. Setup is where it differs from the usual umbrella battle: an integrated sand screw with a folding handle anchors it, with no ropes, pegs or sandbags. A rotating hinge lets you change the canopy direction and angle as the sun moves, and the pole sits at one end so the view stays clear. It is engineered to withstand coastal wind, and it carries a 1-year warranty.
Shade is one layer of sun protection, not a replacement for sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses or covering up. It also comes in Pistachio Fresh and Limoncello Tranquil. View all the solo beach shades.
Which one suits who
| Gift | Price (AUD) | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Luxury Beach Towel | $85 | Anyone who lies on the sand rather than just swims |
| Swim Shorts | $99 | Blokes who live in boardies all summer |
| Swim Bag | $109 | The one who always carries too much to the beach |
| Solo beach shade | $185 | The reader, napper or early-morning swimmer |
Putting a set together
The towel and the Swim Bag in matching colours make a tidy pair, and the colour names carry across the range, so Pistachio, Limoncello and Azure line up in towels, bags and shades. If you want to see everything at once, the New Summer 2026/27 Collection has it in one place.
Questions we get about gifting
Can I buy the solo beach shade for two people to share?
The Swim Shady solo beach shade is designed for one person. For a couple, we suggest one each.
What size is the Luxury Beach Towel?
It is 162 x 90 cm, in 500gsm cotton with a velour face and a terry reverse.
What sizes do your swim shorts come in?
Sizes S to 2XL, in Island Navy, Island Maroon, Coastal Blue and Coastal Green.