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It’s finally time to ditch the tights for good.

After a rocky start, the forecasters have confirmed that summer has, indeed, arrived in Cork and that means the soft white sand and salty air is calling our names.

But what to pack in your beach bag? With vacay adventures looming, we’ve been eyeing up the latest arrivals on Opera Lane.

Here are ten bits to buy now:

Straw beach bag
€24.99, H&M, Opera Lane

Frill One-shoulder bikini
Top €37, High-Waisted Bottoms €22, River Island, Opera Lane

Tan Leather Multi Strap Tie Sandals
€44.99, New Look, Opera Lane

Seersucker Bucket Hat
€19.99, H&M, Opera Lane

Paisley Swimsuit
€53, River Island, Opera Lane

Crochet-look top
€14.99, H&M, Opera Lane

Chunky Cat Eye Sunglasses
€18.50, Next, Opera Lane

Nautical Swimsuit
€99.90, Tommy Hilfiger, Opera Lane

Havaianas Slim-fit Flip Flops
€34, Office, Opera Lane

Tie-Front Cover-Up
€109.90, Tommy Hilfiger, Opera Lane