But whatever destination you have chosen for these or your future vacations, our pool of Nimia experts-after careful and thorough research-has identified for you everything that cannot be missed in your beach bag.

The ultimate (and semi-serious) list of what to bring in your beach bag

1. A book to read (or pretend to read)

Whether it’s the latest Nordic mystery of dubious quality, that great classic you’ve finally made up your mind to try to finish, or just a simple stand-alone book, stuffing a book in your bag is always a good idea (even if it’s just to impress your umbrella neighbor).

2. Sunglasses (real, not junk)

Eyesight is not to be messed with! Wear sunglasses with certified lenses that really protect. And if the model is oversize and a bit retro diva-esque–even better!

3. A beach towel, big, soft and stylish

It doesn’t matter if you’re going to a tiny cove after a 2-hour trek or to the best-equipped lido on the Riviera: the beach towel has to be comfortable and stylish–even better if it’s made of quality cotton! Whether you’re team solid color or team striped patterned, either way you’ll fall on the safe side with Nimia, with our series Audry BTowel e Polo Fouta.

4. Snack yes, but with a conscience

Dried fruit, organic bars, a piece of dark chocolate (to be eaten possibly before it goes the way of Salvador Dali’s soft clocks): small beach comforts to avoid storming the doughnut stand as early as 11:47 a.m.

5. Hair elastics

Yes it is true: loose in the wind and at the mercy of the salt spray, hair is beautiful. But after three waves and a swim in most cases they look more like fisherman’s nets. So always carry a pair of soft rubber bands, maybe silk ones, in your beach bag: they are good for your hair (and your charm).

6. The cap that saves you from sunstroke

Yes, we know you love the sun, but too much sun threatens to – literally – go to your head. So try our white cotton sports cap Polo Hat, practical, cool and super cool style!

7. A thermal water bottle

Drinking is so important! But there is nothing worse than finding yourself on the beach at noon, thirsty as a camel, and the water in your beach bag at the temperature of molten metal. Play it smart: a thermal water bottle can keep water cool for hours even in the sun.

8. Life-saving tactical earphones

Whether you’re from chill music, heart-pounding plot-driven true crime podcasts or audio readings, a pair of headphones is always essential. Especially to shield you from that beach umbrella neighbor who has inexplicably decided to tell you his life story.

9. A super fresh T-shirt

White, soft, organic cotton and slightly oversized to make it even more comfortable, perfect to wear at the end of the day on the way back to the hotel. Our My T-S line is ideal for those looking for a casual yet sophisticated look, thanks to the quality of the yarn and attention to detail.

10. And for the last (but not least)…sunscreen!

We’ve said it many times before: you don’t mess with the sun! And this summer at the beach take care – as well as of your style – of your health. So don’t forget to slip a bottle of sunscreen and a protective chapstick into your beach bag. This year finally avoid the “lobster” effect!

But how to fit everything into one bag?

Okay, all beautiful and fun… but we know what you’re thinking, “Not even Mary Poppins could fit everything in one bag.”

But sometimes all it takes is a little ingenuity, a dash of imagination, and of course-the right beach bag! Like the bags from the lines Nimia Audry Bag e Polo Bag, handmade from cotton canva and available in different colors in our online shop.

Capable beyond expectation, elegant as a sunset aperitif on the beach, and resistant to sand, salt spray, and your proverbial indecision about what to carry and what not to, our beach bags are the perfect ally for your beach days.

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Cotton is a natural textile fiber, which is made from the bamboagia (white, frothy filaments) that envelop the seeds of Gossypium plants, a variety of shrubs typical of the warm regions of our planet. The use of cotton for weaving is one of the oldest in the world, with traces dating back nearly 10,000 years.

The natural properties of this fabric

In fact, cotton is distinguished by a number of intrinsic properties that make it extremely versatile and popular for clothing and textile processing and for the home.

Its natural cellulose composition, combined with its hypoallergenic nature, make it ideal for people with sensitive skin or those who choose their purchases carefully and consciously. A philosophical approach that is at the heart of our work every day.

Another distinguishing feature of some fabrics made from cotton is their softness, a quality that provides a gentle and comfortable feel for the skin. In addition, cotton is an exceptionally breathable fiber with excellent absorbency, characteristics that make it perfect for towels, beach towels and for summer clothing in general.

In addition, its strength tends to increase when the fibers are damp, making it especially resilient to frequent washing and daily wear and tear.

In short, the combination of these properties make cotton a timeless textile fiber, which in Nimia we have decided to enhance through careful, researched and sustainable production.

From cotton to a universe of fabrics

Because of its extraordinary versatility, cotton can be processed in so many different ways, thus creating fabrics with very different characteristics and uses. Let’s take a detailed look at some of these together!

The cotton canvas

It is a fabric characterized by its marked strength and resilience (i.e., its ability to withstand external stresses and strains), produced from a very dense weave. According to the most common etymology, the term canvas would derive from the Latin word “cannabis,” originally indicating a fabric made from hemp fibers, but today it is universally associated with cotton.

It is a plain weave fabric, which means that the warp and weft threads cross over each other and under each other in a regular pattern. However, the threads are coarser and the weave is much denser than an ordinary cotton cloth, a characteristic that determines the excellent strength and durability of this type of fabric.

At Nimia, we chose to use cotton canvas for our Polo Bag, Audry Bag e Audry Clutch, so as to ensure both excellent structure and perfect wearing comfort at the same time.

Cotton Muslin

Cotton muslin is a very light, open-weave, very soft fabric named from the city of Mosul, Iraq, where it is believed to have originated, on the banks of the legendary Tigris River in the Fertile Crescent.

This is a cotton fabric that is highly valued for its delicacy, due precisely to its characteristic “open weave”: a processing system in which the threads (both warp and weft) are spaced wider apart than in a traditional fabric. In this way, air can circulate more freely through the fabric, ensuring excellent breathability and quick drying.

Discover our Flun Blanket made precisely from 3-layer cotton muslin, a soft, lightweight plaid that can be used in many ways: as a fabric to shield you from the sun’s rays, or as a piece of furniture both indoors and outdoors.

Enter the Nimia Universe as well.

Nimia is our way of interpreting and enhancing cotton fabrics, through a series of quality products that we have made together with different collaborators around the world. But ours is not just a brand, it is the search for a more authentic way of approaching the purchase.

As our mantra essentia manet states, that is, “what remains is the essential.” And this is precisely what we want to communicate with our fabrics and accessories and through our imagery: the idea that what is usually defined as ‘superfluous’ and ‘superficial,’ if chosen with care and awareness can become a true act of presence.

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