Waive the rules and rule the waves in the best beachwear and bling

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The surf’s not up yet: Luxe summer wear for lazing on the sand.

SIR “Vista” one-piece, $300. Turkish Murkish “Marmaris” towel, $90. Gucci sunglasses, $950, from Eyewear Index. Mejuri “Lapis” gemstone necklace, $198, and diamond pendant necklace, $1100. Gucci “G-Timeless” watch, $1725. Arms of Eve bracelets and cuffs, from $50 each, and rings, from $39 each. Watch and jewellery worn throughout.Credit: Christopher Ferguson

Saif Ud Deen overshirt, $579, from Mr Porter. Blanca “Sloane” top, $189. Fella “Hunter” bikini top, $150, and “Mr Smith” bikini bottom, $80. Adidas x Gucci “Gazelle” sneakers, $1170. Nike socks, $15. Stylist’s own cap. Credit: Christopher Ferguson

Eres “Nectar” top, $600, and “Menthol” shorts, $600. Zimmermann bikini, $250. Oakley “Custom Sutro” sunglasses, $245. Ganni bag, $285. Uniqlo socks, $6. Charles & Keith “Tana” wedges, $123. Credit: Christopher Ferguson

Eres “Kiwi” bikini top, $260, and “Kaki” bikini bottom, $260. Dion Lee pants, $1090. Turkish Murkish muslin towel, $110. Credit: Christopher Ferguson

Claudie Pierlot shirt, $490. Bondi Born “Daphne” bikini top, $175, and “Tatiana” bottom, $140. Gucci sunglasses, $705, from Eyewear Index. Marimekko sneakers, $315. Zara bag, $90.Credit: Christopher Ferguson

Styling, Nadene Duncan; Hair and make-up, Satya Schmitz; Styling assistant, Amy Richmond; Model, Ellie at Que Models.

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