August is when life truly slows down: Summer Fridays are put to use, that long-awaited vacation is (finally) here, and a thoughtful reset before fall becomes a necessity. Our editors have spent the summer making the most of their time away from New York: Greek island-hopping, Texas road trips, Canadian hikes. A white-sand beach, an 8+ UV index, and a new novel cracked open before noon. So for anyone squeezing in one last escape before summer clocks out, we asked our editors to break down their go-to beach uniforms. No matter your style niche, discover your next vacation essentials below as 14 editors break down their beachside uniforms.