root of the matter.

sun, salt and chlorine may spell a day of fun, but it's a lethal cocktail for hair. with 16 hours of UV defense, the aveda sun care kit ($72) is the ultimate tress rescue. each set comes with a hair and body cleanser, after-sun hair masque and protective hair veil. available at van michael miami salon. 1667 michigan avenue. between lincoln and 17th. 305.534.6789.

the transporter.

need a way to transport your beach accessories while sending a message? look no further than the limited edition anya hindmarch available canvas tote ($230). flip the side that says "available" to attract sexy surfer boys, or do a 180 with "unavailable" to avoid unwarranted advances. available at www.net-a-porter.com

snap judgment.

while you may lack the number of shoes that imelda marcos has, you can make up for it with variety. lindsay phillips jordi snap shoes ($24) allow you to bling and re-bling your flip flops with 36 super cute snap-on charms. clip on the "asya" or the "daphne;" there's a charm for every taste. available at sparkle plenty. 8888 southwest 138th street. between US 1 and 136th. 305.251.0220.

read between the tan lines.

when it comes to miami, the eponymous itsy bitsy bikini will never be go out of style. bringing her tiny tops and barely there bandeaus to the mix, the trina turk 2011 swim collection is a mixture of effeminate pastels, floral buckles and summery prints. bal harbour shops. 9700 collins avenue. 305.861.8044.

cover girl.

with a strong tropical influence and free flowing fit, her spring 2010 collection is the epitome of easy breezy. for example? the tricia fix aloha mini ($120) is the perfect cover-up or standalone piece. plus, the plunging neckline and oversized cap sleeves will keep you cool long after the tide rolls in. available at rebel. 6669 biscayne boulevard. between 66th and 67th. 305.758.2369.

screen test.

slathering on the SPF is a summer necessity, but rocking white zinc oxide streaks is not your M.O. instead, try the clinique SPF 45 targeted protection stick ($17.50). it goes right on, not white on, and is gentler on the face than heavy body creams. available at bloomingdales. 19555 biscayne boulevard. between 192nd and aventura. 305.792.1000.