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5 Beach Looks Inspired by the Hottest Destinations

Vacations may be for relaxing, but you still want to look good on your getaway. Here are my picks for the most sizzling beach looks, perfectly suited to the destinations that inspired them.
Destination: Montauk
The Look
Casual chic with easy, breezy gingham shirts and tortoiseshell accessories. Don't forget a cute (and eco-friendly) bike to get you where you need to go.

Tanning Towelettes, Kate Somerville, $48 for eight; Sephora.com
Swimsuit, $415; MaliaMills.com
Sunglasses, $78; CWonder.com
Shirt, Pip Squeak Chapeau, $215; WendyFoster.com
Bag, $245; MonseratDeLucca.com
Bike, $1,599; MosiBicycles.com

Photo: Richard Majchrzak/Studio D; Towelettes and Bike: Courtesy of companies
Photo: Richard Majchrzak/Studio D
Destination: Panama City, Panama
The Look
Laid-back neutrals get fashion-forward hits of neon and digital prints, fitting for this cosmopolitan Central American city.

Hat, San Diego Hat Company, $34; Zappos.com
Swimsuit, M Missoni, $295; 305-466-3939
Lounge Pants, Charlie by Matthew Zink, $158; CharlieByMZ.com
Bag, $329; ElliotMann.com
Sunblock Powder, $30; BrushOnBlock.com
Sandal, $70; BirkenstockUSA.com
Destination: Baja
The Look
Surf-inspired pieces—pullovers, slip-on sneakers—meet old-school textures like Turkish cotton and raffia. Bright accessories add modern pop.

Surfboard, CB2, $999; CB2.com
Watch, $50; Store.Swatch.com
Swimsuit, Tommy Hilfiger, $149; 212-223-1824
Pullover, $238; FrescoTowels.com
Bag, Mar y Sol, $115; ShopMarySol.com
Slip-On Sneaker, $58; BluKicks.com

Photo: Richard Majchrzak/Studio D; Watch and Surfboard: Courtesy of companies
Photo: Richard Majchrzak/Studio D
Destination: Palm Beach
The Look
Preppy pieces are oh-so-summery in sorbet shades and classic prints. Retro accessories pull everything together.

Bag, $215; Brahmin.com
Hat, $280; Kule.com
Swimsuit, $265; Miguelina.com
Sweater, Wildfox, $198; WildFoxCouture.com
Sunglasses, Fendi, $495; SolsticeSunglasses.com
Espadrille, $250; MaraAndMine.com
Photo: Richard Majchrzak/Studio D
Destination: Goa
The Look
Exotic and opulent, this style is all about intense colors and bejeweled accessories. Glam sunglasses add a Bollywood touch.

Sunglasses, $275; Lumete.com
Bracelets, $105 to $120 each; RosenaSammi.com Swimsuit, Gottex, $178; 800-225-7946
Cover-Up, $375; CalypsoStBarth.com
Sandal, $69; YellowBoxShoes.com
From the June 2014 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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