Get it while it’s hot, folks. Use it or lose it. Make hay while the sun shines. Summer in Seattle is a lesson in seizing the day; you never know when the gray skies will return.

To that end: Check out our Fun in the Sun shopping map and find big floppy sun hats, teeny tiny bikinis, cool sunglasses, sand castle construction gear, and more.

Once you’re suited up, hit our list of the best Seattle-area beaches, and then hit the road.

A word about Fremont’s favorite little swim shop: Tininha herself just announced that she’s closing the boutique at the end of August. After that, she’ll concentrate on her online business and run a by-appointment-only studio in Madrona. In the meantime, lots of her bandeau sets and tankinis are on sale. Like we said, seize the day.