********HAPPY 4th of JULY!********
YAY! for a LONG WEEKEND!!! Making last minute plans for a mini trip to the beach!? Check out our fool proof stylish and light mini vacay packing list...for you AND your man!
Next, lets talk sunnies! No summer day is complete with out a fabo pair of sunglasses. House of Harlow is really on point with their sunnies this season. The pair featured are my particular fave! EYE CATs are a mayyy-jor trend for summer...say bye bye to your aviators and invest in a good pair of eye cat sunnies!
A easy sun dress is the next essential to pack! Find one cute enough...like this tie dyed T Los Angels tank dress and you can wear it to the beach and to happy hour at the beach bar too and still look fabulous!
You are going to need a good pair of denim shorts! They are all the rage this summer...so enjoy the trend while it lasts! A boxy t is the perfect go to shirt for a mini getaway! Why!? WELL, it can go fancy or casual EASY! This Splendid polka dot boxy t is perfect...Tie it up and wear it with your jean shorts and flip flops for a casual look OR simply wear it with jean shorts and some wooden platform pumps (like these Seychelles) and pretty accessories for a date night with your man! MAY-JOR cuteness!
The last thing you need is a good light weight show stopper dress! The Olive Olivia CONVERTIBLE tulip dress is the PERFECT thing to pack! You can wear it as a DRESS or as a maxi skirt! UMM hellooo lovah!! Multi-fuctional pieces are so easy and perfect for the girls who have trouble packing light! As a dress, you will be turning heads of guys and girl and looking totally festive! As a skirt paired with the polka dot top you will def be the most stylin girl at the party!Don't forget make up and nails are another way to subtly add some festive flair to your looks! Paint your nails with Deborah Lipman "GLITTER IN THE AIR" (get it...FIREWORKS!!...) nail polish and you my dear are set for a very fabulous and easy mini 4th of July vacay!
Now for the guys out there! Most of the time our man needs help in the packing department...whats with that!? ahaha I think they are just lazy! You never know WHAT can end up in a mans suitcase if you don't help him out a little bit...
And for those prince charmings out there...here is a little inspiration for your 4th of July!
There are a few essentials that you will need for a weekend away! Let me try to put this in simple man lingo:
SHIRTS: One button up! Try a gingham in a navy like this Life After Denim short sleeve! This is perfect for a night out with the lady and perfect to pair with jeans or a nice pair of shorts. V-NECKS are a huge trend in menswear! We are seeing it EVERYWHERE! A V-Neck with stripes...even more on trend!
SHORTS: You def will need a pair of shorts. Grey shorts are a huge trend for guys this Summer. They pair great with lots of different colors... which makes it easy for guys! The best part about grey is that it can go dressy or casual easy!
BATHING SUIT: Def don't forget to bring a pair of board shorts! Bring a pair that are stylish and it can double as a pair of shorts!
SUNGLASSES: Always a must have for summer! South Moon Under offers lots of polarized shades that are perfect for the guy who can fit in a mini fishing trip with the guys!
DENIM: There are lots of lightweight denim options at South Moon Under that are perfect for summer. SERIOUSLY, Big Star has been a popular brand for men's denim this summer and its probably because they are known for making denim super lightweight...def try a pair next time your shopping and I can guarantee you will fall in LOVE! Remember: Roll up your jeans for a casual look...(read our NYC post to see how big the rolled jean trend really is) or wear em down for a night out with the lady.
Try a Nixon watch in blue or white to add some added festive color to your looks! These watches are super stylin too! I am diggin this Descendant of Thieves ribbon belt in red too!
********HAPPY 4th of JULY!********