What to Bring to a Pool Party: 14 ‘Must Have’ Items

Before you head out to that cool pool party, you might need to check this list and be sure you are not leaving any essential item behind. You wouldn’t want a situation where you’ll have to burden others with your requests. Not cool.

Sometimes, pool party organizers may provide some of the items on this list but what if they don’t, or what if their supplies aren’t enough? Blame convos are futile and unattractive at pool parties. It’s best to go prepared so that you can have as much fun as you can.

Before we dive into our ‘must-have’ list, here are some things you need to consider while preparing for a pool party

• Some pool parties are themed, find out if the one you’re going to is themed, and try to dress accordingly.
• You will be meeting a lot of characters, be nice and friendly. Be open to helping people too. You never know who turns out to be a great friend.
• Pool parties are usually held between 1 pm – 5 pm, therefore you will be partying under the sun. You need to have the right items or products for protection and hydration.
• Although snacks and drinks will be provided, if the estimated number of attendees is large, it will be a good idea to go with a few snacks and drinks for yourself and maybe someone else.
• Avoid eating heavy stuff especially a few minutes to the party, you do not want your .bowls to slow you down
• The pool can get crowded and you may not want to dive into it, therefore get something to keep yourself busy.
• Prepare for the best and worst case scenarios. Make sure your phone is fully charged and that you have cash in case of an emergency.

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POOL PARTY CHECKLIST

1. SWIMSUIT

First and foremost get your swimming outfit ready. A ‘must-have’ for everyone going to a pool party is a swimsuit. It doesn’t matter whether you are getting into the pool or not, try not to make yourself the odd one out. What’s the fun in wearing jeans or a tight dress throughout the party. Get a swimming outfit that you’re comfortable wearing in the midst of people. If the pool party is themed and you cannot find swimsuits to match the proposed theme, go for colors that match the theme.

2. TOWELS

Even if you’ve decided not to get into the pool, still pack a towel. Here are some reasons why you should hold a towel; you might be dragged into the pool, the organizers might provide water guns for splashes, you might wish to sit by the poolside and deep your feet inside the pool or go for a swim and you might want to lay on the lawn. Towels always come in handy at pool parties.

3. COVER-UPS

Apart from cover-ups being fashionable and classy, they are comfortable to walk around in and they also help to protect your skin from the harsh effects of the sun. Excessive exposure to the sun increases your chances of aging fast and getting skin cancer CDC. You do not need to punish your skin or health while having fun. If you will be spending hours at the pool party, under the sun, it will be nice to go with a cover-up.

4. FLIP FLOPS

The ground can get really hot and uncomfortable to walk on barefooted. You don’t want anything to limit your movement. There are lots of cute and inexpensive flip-flops on amazon, you might want to get a pair.

5. SUNSHADES

If you are yet to buy sunglasses, look for one that guarantees you protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Usually, when chilling on the lawn or pool, people lie upwards towards the sun and their eyes can absorb a lot of UV radiation. CohensFashionOptical.com notes that good sunglasses help to minimize the risk of getting eye cancer, cataracts, and complications associated with excessive UV exposure. In addition to protecting your eyes, sunglasses add to your sense of style.

6. SUNSCREEN

You probably already know the importance of putting on sunscreen but it has to be reemphasized. Do not go to a pool party without sunscreen. It protects you from sunburns, keeps you looking young and fresh, and minimizes your chances of getting deadly skin cancer. Did you know that the estimated number of new skin cancer cases for 2020 are; 60,000+ for males and 40,000+ for females.