13 Essentials to Pack For the Hamptons, According to a Shopping Editor

I Fear My Pain Interests You ($14, originally $20)

If you're planning to sit on the beach for a while (and why wouldn't you?) you should absolutely bring along the book you're reading or download a podcast. The water can be rough in the Hamptons, so you may be glad you thought of other activities besides swimming. I'm currently reading Stephanie LaCava's latest novel, which happens to be about a New Yorker. I always recommend bringing paperbacks for trips where the goal is to pack light.