As the first warm days of the year arrive, my thoughts tend to turn to one thing only: getaways. Beach escapes, weekend aways, holidays abroad. Honestly, I’ll take anything. Now, the right accessories for said getaways are really the trick for guaranteeing a seamless summer, and OHS’s latest collection of goods promise to keep things stylish, practical and – as always – budget-friendly. So, let’s see how we can make packing, travelling, and beach-side lounging as enjoyable as possible.

 

Beach Days: Sun, sand & just a little less stress

Nothing says summer like a day at the beach—the smell of suncream, the sound of seagulls, the inevitable battle to shake sand out of everything we own. Over the years, I’ve learned that success lies in the prep, and having the right essentials makes all the difference.

First up: towels. A good towel is non-negotiable, and the Brentfords Beach Towel in a Bag is an essential summer companion that has yet to fail me. It folds neatly into its own compact bag, making it easy to carry and keep separate from everything else in your beach bag. For those who appreciate a pop of print, we have a new range of attractive and eye-catching patterns that’ll set you apart from the rest. My current favourites are the cherry and leopard prints.

Then there’s the picnic setup. Forget dragging a clunky cool box across a terrain of pebbles and sand; the OHS Lemon Print Picnic Bag is big enough for all your snacking and sipping essentials. This season, we have a tonne of matching prints, meaning you can match your picnic bag with the picnic blanket to your poncho to the kid’s towel to… I could go on. Your harmonious set up is bound to be the envy of the beach, at least until the kid’s collection of shells, seaweed and sand takes centre stage.

And let’s talk about getting dry - because trying to wrap a wriggling, shivering child in a normal towel is not something I am particularly looking forward to. Our brand-new range of prints across kids and adults’ ponchos and towels will turn out to be a lifesaver this summer, giving you an easy drying solution and the youngsters something cool to lounge in. Shop a range of modern prints and bright patterns, like the neon sea life poncho or the pink and red heart print poncho, complete with ruffled sleeves for some extra pizzazz.

This year, I'm opting for the leopard print towel poncho for myself, and the matching towel in a bag is currently sitting in my basket. Who knows, maybe I’ll throw in the matching sarong. Anything could happen.

Pack up your troubles

Travelling is always an adventure, but not always the one you imagined. Picture it; a list as long as your arm with a toddler and pre-teen essentials, including but not limited to five stuffed animals, plastic tiaras, gadgets and wires and a book no one will read. For this, I recommend the OHS packing cubes, available in handy packs of 6 and 10. These make a car of chaos really quite manageable. Instead of rummaging through a mary-poppins-esque suitcase, everything is sorted away, ready to pack and unpack as you please.

Speaking of suitcases, we have plenty. Lightweight and sturdy, our hardshell luggage sets come in sets of 3 so you have the size you need no matter the trip. Complete with 4 wheels and available in a variety of colours and prints, the sets glide through airports and train stations effortlessly – even when certain smaller travellers decide that no, actually, they would not like to wheel their own after all. These sets fit everything you could need. For weekend getaways where a suitcase isn’t really practical, we can offer up soft luggage as well. The OHS Overnight Weekend Travel bag is perfect for this, or when a bit more room is required, the Wheelie Roller Holdall Bag does the trick. And rather than splashing out on overpriced minis, the OHS 7 Piece Plastic Bottle Travel Set keeps everything you need packed neatly and leak-free.

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Staycation Ready: Summer at Home

Some of our best summer memories aren’t from far-flung holidays but from simple days spent close to home - picnics in the park, camping out the back, or just lazy afternoons chasing the sun around the garden. Now, whether your garden is a sprawling haven or a tiny decked terrace, I know we’ve got just the stuff to make it work for you. Our range of garden furniture includes everything from egg and swing chairs, including the new Macrame Knotted Chair in cream, perfect for curling up in, to classic sun loungers for work-from-home afternoons spent tanning. Patio sets and bistro sets are perfect for everything from weekday breakfasts to hosting friends for spontaneous barbeques, complete with parasols that provide much-needed shade when things start heating up. We’ve even got camping chairs for both yourself and the kids, meaning no need to fight over a seat this summer.

 

To round off, it’s all about finishings touches. Our brand-new range of cushions for egg chairs and sun loungers come in bold prints and bright colours, from a refreshing mediterranean lemon print to a ;ush troplical leaf, all designed to add a little pop and a lot of comfort. Our indoor-outdoor seat pads, bench pads and filled floor cushions are ideal for making your entire set up a little cosier. Lastly, don’t forget to decorate with stunning outdoor rugs and scatter cushions – all weather-friendly and ready to liven up the space.

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So, whether you’re jetting off or hosting guests in style, we have everything you need to keep things chic, practical, and as stress-free as possible. With the right essentials, you can pack smart, relax in comfort, and soak up the season without stretching your budget.

 

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