It’s that time of year when we slowly say goodbye to bathing and visits to the beach. I hope you had a beautiful and carefree summer that will stay in your memories forever!
The beach bag needs to be emptied and all those summer items need to be stored properly so you can find them intact again in a few months. The correct storage of the swimwear, of your summer clothes and items will prevent wear and tear and thus extend their life span over time. Let’s check out the top 10 tips that will make this process a breeze!
Extra Tip: Before you organize all the swimwear you have, make a quick inventory of the ones you want to keep and the ones you might have to part with. Start by focusing on what you love and what you tend to go towards. If you haven’t worn a swimsuit in a few seasons, consider donating it. And if something doesn’t fit you properly or is worn out, put it in the pile of things that will …go!
Swimsuit care and storage
- Before you even think about storing them, you need to remove salt or chlorine from your swimsuits because they are their number one enemy.
- Get a basin of lukewarm water and a mild detergent and wash all the swimwear you used this summer.
- You can check for residue and stick a soft sponge on the clasps and accessories that your swimsuit may have (e.g. chains, Also, untie any knots if you have if you have a tied swimsuit, triangle or briefs.
- If you spot any sunscreen stains, scrub lightly with a little extra soap.
- Avoid ironing your swimsuits because this will destroy the microfibres of the fabric. Drain slightly and lay them out to dry thoroughly in the shade and not directly in the sun.
Choose a suitable case for storing clothes and place your swimwear in it after making sure it’s completely dry. If your swimsuit has cups, enhance or is push – up you can try to “fill” the cups with a ball of paper so it doesn’t lose its shape. Also, if you get drawer dividers it can stop digging through drawers, frantically trying to find the bottom that matches your favorite top.
Beach clothes storage
If they are used together you can store them together. Dresses, company, shirts or whatever you choose for your summer beach looks.
Extra Tip: Follow the instructions for washing your clothes to prevent them from wearing out.
Caution may be their fabrics are usually delicate and may need hand washing or low temperature or light machine washing. Similarly, you can wash and store together the towels you use at the beach.
Storage of accessories
Certainly in addition to the swimsuit, clothes and the towelsyourbeach bag will contain many other items useful for your summer dives. Nothing is worse than forgotten items you find at the beginning of summer that you may no longer be able to use.
Extra Tip: Empty the various . Clear out all the different containers you use and do a good clearance of what you need and what you throw away.
Certainly an empty sunscreen pack is not useful but a half-full pack still has a shelf life. Anyway, you know that you need to apply sunscreen for protection every day and not only when you go to the sea! Right?
The "beach paraphernalia"
As well as your personal belongings, all the tools and toys you use on the beach need to be cared for. If you’re the type to take your umbrella and chairs to the sea, remember to rinse them with water and let them dry thoroughly before putting them in storage. You don’t want to let rust ruin you!
If you have young children then you will definitely be carrying an army of toys, baskets, spades, inflatables and so on (hang in there!). Don’t forget to wash them in water so you can use them next year!
This period can hide that melancholy about the summer you are leaving behind. However, think that proper organization and storage will reward you and give you double the pleasure next summer when you’re looking for the essentials for your first dive!
With Love,
Eva
