Available in an octagon shape and in six and seven foot diameter sizes, Santa Barbara Designs La Playa Umbrella comes with its own carrying case for easy transportation from cabana to surf.

With the hottest days of summer just ahead there's still time to secure a fashionable beach accessory of the season, the La Playa portable beach umbrella from Santa Barbara Designs. The umbrella goes where you want it to go. It is constructed of teak wood and has a 2-part center pole designed for quick on-site assembly.

The custom tapered pole tip, made of machined aluminum, is designed for positioning in sandy soil, yet its versatile construction allows the umbrella to be easily unscrewed at any time so that it may also function with a traditional stand.

It's ideal for beach-goers relaxing at their own home-town beach or while vacationing at their favorite luxury beach resort. This casual, transportable counterpart to the traditional Santa Barbara Umbrella• can be specified in Regatta???(R)???AE???? and Sunbrella???(R)???AE???? fabric in over 100 colors and striped patterns. Suggested retail price is from $1,150. Visit the website, www.sbumbrella.com or call toll free, 800-919-9464.