As we're firmly in the middle of cottage season, we've spent quite a few weekends refining our packing skills recently.  

Our findings? You simply can't afford to leave these essentials behind.

The Perfect Polo

Perhaps the quintessential summer fabric, linen’s open weave provides naturally lightweight, breathable, and odour resistant properties.

Gran Sasso

Chevron-Knit Cotton Polo

Champlain

Colourblock Knit Polo Shirt

Etro

Floral-Print Cotton Polo

Some Comfy Slides

Incredibly comfortable, easy to slip on and off, and versatile enough for hanging out by the water or strolling around the grounds.

Casablanca

Embroidered Logo Terry Slides

Ferragamo

Crisscross Woven Leather Sandals

BOSS

Aryeh Logo Rubber Slides

A Lake-Ready Swimsuit

Quick-drying swim shorts that pass for a stylish pair of shorts on dry land will take you from a dip in the lake to the dock, the boat, and cocktail hour.

TOM FORD

Degradé Gradient Striped Swim Shorts

Patrick Assaraf

Printed Swim Shorts

OAS

Retro Daisy Swim Shorts

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