Sunglasses aren't the only summer accessory you need — a fun beach towel that speaks to your summer 2021 vibe is a must. After all, it's time to stop sacrificing your soft bathroom towels at the beach. Investing in a trendy and cute beach towel is more than just a backdrop for your summer selfies and photoshoots. Beach towels can be used as picnic blankets, double as shawls to keep you warm during the brisk summer evenings, and more. We rounded up our favorite beach towels so you can live out your hot girl summer.
— Additional reporting by Krista Jones
Turn on some Harry Styles and jam out while you relax on these Mudd 2pk Digital Printed Watermelon Microfiber Round Beach Towels with Fringe ($40).
Be one with the ocean with this gorgeous gradient Sun Squad Printed Ombre Beach Towel Blue/Green ($10).
How fun is this vintage Funboy Disco Shag Lip Towel ($59)?! All that's missing is a cool pair of shades and a bold red lip.
Go tropical with this gorgeous floral Violet Mist Tropical Plants Tapestry Round Beach Towel ($25).
You can't go wrong with pineapple motifs for the summer and this Sun Squad Printed Pineapple Beach Towel Pink ($10) is too cute.
Go bold and bright with the Funboy Icon Beach Towel ($49).
How cute is this Great Bay Home Oversized Plush Jacquard Beach Towel ($28)?! It's bold, blue, and who can say no to turtles.
Made from 100 percent Turkish cotton, the Nova Blue Turkish Beach Towel ($23) is so soft, light, and cute with tassel detailing.
The Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Tiana Beach Towel ($20) is (quite literally) what dreams are made of.
If you're a plant parent, you'll enjoy this Frcisa Round Large Green Tropical Leaves Beach Towel ($22). It's a vibe for the summer.
You'll look just like a mermaid with this Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Ariel Beach Towel ($20).
Keep it cool with this fun and playful Sun Squad Pineapple Beach Towel Red/Yellow ($10).
Embrace the vibrant side with this Sun Squad Printed Ombre Beach Towel Pink/Green ($10). It'll pop on your Instagram feed.
Embrace the tie-dye trend with this bright and colorful Sun Squad Tie Dye Printed Beach Towel ($10).
The NovForth Oversized Flamingo Beach Towel ($18) is such an adorable find. You can't go wrong with flamingos for the summer!
Every beach day will be a good one with the Disney Princess X POPSUGAR Moana Beach Towel ($20).
Keep it positive and uplifting with this warm Mudd Fiber Reactive Printed Beach Towel ($18).
Keep it simple with the super soft and lightweight DEMMEX XL Diamond Weave Turkish Cotton Towel Peshtemal Blanket ($22).
If you'r feeling retro for the summer, the Funboy Vintage Cali Towel ($49) is a cool must-have.
Channel your inner mermaid with the gorgeous Quick Dry Microfiber Mermaid Scales Round Beach Towel ($22).
Go nautical with this Sun Squad Crab Striped Beach Towel Blue/White ($10).
If you can't decide between a color, get the best of both worlds with the Sun Squad Reversible Cabana Striped Beach Towel ($12).
How fun is this Touchat Cactus Beach Towel Oversized ($15). It's a total vibe for the summer!