42 Summer Must-Haves You'll Want to Use All Season Long
Consider this a Top 42 list of summer accessories you'll want to play on repeat all season long.
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Allow us to introduce you to summer's greatest hits, including warm-weather picks from country star Darius Rucker and his "Good for a Good Time" summer tour mates Michael Ray and Dan + Shay.
Ceramic Grill
A (medium) rare find: this small-but-mighty multitasker that can also sear, roast, or smoke.
$399 (shipping included); overstock.com
Ice Pop Pool Float
This 6-foot-long melt-proof confection offers the ultimate refreshment.
$35; alwaysfits.com
Drink Sleeve
Sip, sip, hooray! Harness the power of positive drinking, no matter what clouds roll your way.
$5; bando.com
Panama Hat
Cheer up your summer wardrobe with this pom-pom-adorned pick.
$110; everythingbutwater.com
Party Cups
Available in seven fun colors, these reusable cups will be your new summer staple. (See ya, stemware.)
$15 for 4; mricebucket.com
Bamboo Speaker
This 6-inch-long Bluetooth blaster is essentially a portable party.
$139; otisandeleanor.com
Wood Sunglasses
Made of Brazilian pear wood, these white-dipped cat-eye shades are equally rustic and refined.
$100; woodzee.com
Darius Rucker's Summer Must Have: Camping Chairs
"In the summer, we treat backstage like a tailgate," Darius says. "You never know who will be out on the road with us each weekend, so we always have camping chairs on the tour bus so people can sit and stay awhile. The bus also has TVs that swing out and a retractable shade, so at any given time we can have a tailgate party!"
Editor's Pick: Outdoor-Safe Striped Chair, $99 for 2; onekingslane.com
Boat Tote
Can't spring for a vintage Chris-Craft? Load your cargo in this canvas carryall.
$48; crabandcleek.com
Picnic Blanket
Because while nature is nice, you don't have time to deal with grass stains.
$45; katespade.com
Speedboat Planter
Hang this 22-inch-long ceramic piece on a sleeping porch—aka your "no-wake zone."
$169; atwestend.com
Cornhole Game
Add custom flair to this parking lot pastime.
$200 (includes two boards and eight beanbags); denydesigns.com
Colorful Docksides
Yacht or not, these candy-hued kicks evoke a wind-at-your-back vibe.
$95; sebago.com
Personalized Fire Pit
Log quality family time around it once a week for a year and you'll get s'more for your money (just $16 per use!).
$848; shopterrain.com
Gingham Mason Jar Set
Plant this happy drink caddy on a table, and it'll double as a centerpiece.
$120; jcpenney.com
Soda
Made in Akron, Ohio (Norka = Akron spelled backwards), this cane sugar-based beverage is a sparkly standout in the craft fizz biz.
$24 for a 12-pack; norkabeverage.com
Beach Tent
Shade-seekers will love this cotton canvas refuge. Bonus: The whole haul (carrying bag included) weighs just 9 pounds.
$169; lovinsummer.com
Wine Pouch
This less-clunky twist on a growler holds 64 ounces of your favorite concoction.
$17; simplybaked.us
Dan Smyer's Summer Must Have: My Dogs
"I spend a lot of time with my rescue dogs all year round," says the "Dan" half of Dan + Shay. "But it's especially fun to take them to the park in the summertime after they've been cooped up inside all winter."
Editor's Pick: USA Pet Bed, $129; urbanoutfitters.com
Roadside Sign Apron
Strut your stuff in this ode to retro diners and greasy spoons.
$28 (3 styles available); bobsyouruncle.com
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