Seashells and ocean treasures have long captured the imagination of designers, inspiring pieces that shimmer, sway, and spark a sense of wanderlust. This edit channels seaside glamour, from raffia arm candies and shell-infused necklaces to dreamy dresses destined for the coast.

BY ARCHANA AITHAL ROSE

Chloé Goldtone Seashell Necklace

Cast in goldtone brass and made in Italy, this Chloé necklace strings an array of seashell charms along a sturdy cable chain like treasures gathered at low tide. It wears less like jewelry and more like a souvenir of the sea, equal parts seaside glamour and quiet keepsake. $1,250, neimanmarcus.com

Ulla Johnson Zahara Bra Cup Bikini Top

Ulla Johnson distills a classic swim silhouette through the dreamlike Water Blossoms florals of painter Anna Zemánková, turning swimwear into a work of art. It’s finished with a sweetheart neckline, molded underwire cups, boning, and adjustable straps for sculpted support. $240, ullajohnson.com

Clio Peppiatt Miami Embellished Beaded Tulle Mini Dress

Main character energy with a wink to South Beach fantasy, this tulle mini is intricately adorned with vivid beadwork and faux pearls that sketch out a pink vintage car alongside shells, palms, and flamingos. A sweetheart neckline leaves room for delicate jewelry, while the slit hem lets a hint of leg appear as you move, turning every step into a runway moment. $2,620, net-a-porter.com

Dolce and Gabbana Capri Sunglasses

DG turns eyewear into pure spectacle with this filigree-drenched frame, studded with colored gems and pearls like treasure in the sun. A gold metal silhouette with warm brown lenses and full UV protection makes the pair feel gloriously maximalist, made for seaside drama and unapologetic glamour. $4,385, dolcegabbana.com

Libertine Venetian Coral Tie-Waist Pants

Venetian coral silk flows like a sun-soaked stroll along the boardwalk in a tie-waistband and straight-leg silhouette moving with effortless ease, while side slash pockets add casual charm. The coral hue nods to reef tones and seashell sunsets, pairing perfectly with shell-inspired tops or charm-laden accessories for a breezy, seaside-ready summer look. $1,850, saksfifthavenue.com

Prada Crochet Slingback Ballerinas

Prada reimagines the classic ballerina with a refined crochet finish that feels made for slow, sunlit days and salt in the air. The enameled metal triangle logo and slim rubber sole add a sharp, modern note to a silhouette that slips effortlessly from shoreside strolls to city streets. $1,270, prada.com

Raffia Hermit Crab Cross-Body

Let your accessories do the talking with a raffia cross-body shaped like a cheerful hermit crab, stitched eyes and all. Natural and pecan-hued weaving gives it a sculptural, whimsical silhouette, while a zip closure and adjustable strap let you go hands-free as you roam from sun-drenched boardwalks to seaside soirées. $940, anyahindmarch.com

The Napperon Dress

Hand-crocheted in Marseille with Les Mains de Mamie, this fitted patchwork maxi is composed of 183 floral panels stitched together over 220 painstaking hours, each loop carrying the quiet poetry of the coast. A straight neckline, scalloped capped sleeves, and ruffled godets that fall from the back shoulders into a mid-calf train give it movement that feels like wind caught at sea. $2,600, jacquemus.com