Chic and relaxing, Montauk Beach House is the ultimate East Coast weekend escape. I pack as little as possible when I travel—especially on the weekends—which means lightweight accessories and multitasking beauty products are beach-bag essentials. There's no better time than summer to give skin a rest with moisturizing sun block and an exfoliating serum that gives a holiday glow even once I'm back in the city.

A Great Sunscreen + Le Weekend de Chanel

Chanel UV Essentiel Complete Sunscreen UV Protection Anti-Pollution Broad Spectrum SPF 50 protects skin and imparts a subtle sheen that renders highlighter obsolete. I smooth on a fresh layer every three hours to ensure my skin stays protected. Twice a week, I use Le Weekend de Chanel in place of serum and moisturizer. The Glycolic Acid Complex combats oil and bacteria, leaving skin super radiant.

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A Page-Turner

I split my beach time between the ocean and Danielle Steel's Toxic Bachelors, a thrift-store find from Naples, Florida.

Metallic Coin Purse

Instead of coins, I keep travel sizes of my favorite beauty products in this little pouch. A lip balm, mini moisturizer, sunscreen, and sea salt spray fit perfectly.

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Printed Scarf

The lightest, most multipurpose item in my bag, this scarf works as a sarong, head wrap, face shield, baby hammock—you get the idea.

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Polaroid Camera

A stack of Polaroids is the ultimate mark of a beach day well spent. This powder pink Instax mini 8 fits perfectly in my bag and doubles as an accessory.

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Colorful Visor

This visor was inspired by an ELLE 2011 Alexei Ray photo shoot featuring Miranda Kerr. I go extra on sun protection by wearing a hat.

Lip Balm

Dry lips drive me insane, especially on the beach. This hydrating balm slicks lips with clear shine and lasts for hours. Added bonus: The domed cap makes it easy to find in my bag.

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Still photography by Kendall Mills, styled by Daphna Guttin.