And so the yearly hunt for towelling beachwear starts..

(Personally I now blame Sean Connery, not lycra for it’s demise.)

But I know it’s just waiting to have it’s cool moment again.

There is a light at the end of the tunnel..new on the block is Mabes, a British label purely obsessed with towelling shirts.

From double pocketed chunky large buttoned plain classics..

To retro prints with an edge.

For guys, girls and even little ones…and the prices are sensible (£35 for kids to £74 for adults).  So that’s Charlie and The Husband sorted.

(All pictures Mabes and Pinterest)

Now I just need this dress in a white, light towelling please..

Laters, Kate x