Summer Must Haves

We are half way through summer. How did that happen? There were so many things I wanted to do this summer and as usual I am running out of time and fall is right around the corner. Okay, well maybe not right around the corner but it is definitely creeping in a lot quicker than I would like.  

I thought today we would focus on my fashion must haves for summer. Summer fashion is all about ease and comfort. It’s about spending time with friends and sipping wine by the ocean (or at the very least the pool!) It’s about minimal effort and letting your inner beauty show through.

My first must have is anything maxi. I was really anti-maxi for the longest time. I always felt like the dresses never looked right on me and the skirts were always too short on me. I was wrong…and I will be the first to admit it! I live in maxi skirts and dresses. They are my go to for summer chic. They are easy and simple yet can be dressed up in a second. Here are a few of my favorites for summer.

This dress is from Lush and available at Nordstroms. I love ALL these dresses. I seriously have 4 in my closet right now. And the best part, they are only $52! For a maxi dress (at Nordy's of all places) that is seriously unheard of!

This skirt is from ASOS and doesn't it just scream summer? I love the color and the fabric and is just simple and easy to throw on and go! You can pair it with a simple tank top and flats for a summer day shopping or dress it up a little by pairing it with a graphic tee and a cropped motorcycle jacket for a night out of the town. 

My next must have is a nice pair of flip flops. Now don't get me wrong I am all for the $2.50 Old navy flip flops (I own 1000 pairs) but you need one pair of nice flip flops to where to dinners or a party. I live in flip flops in the summer. Again, they are simple and easy. You throw them on and go. And while, you can usually see me sporting a pair of $2.50 flip flops most days, I do have a nice pair I reserve for night time and nicer events. As, you all know by now I am OBSESSED with Tory Burch. I received these flip flops as a wedding present and they are my go to for nicer shoe attire in the summer. You don't have to spend anywhere near what these are but something a little nicer than the Old Navy flip flop is always a good idea. Check target...there shoe department is seriously insane these days!

My last must have for summer are comfortable shorts. Ladies, I do mean comfortable. I do not mean super tight, can't sit down, probably a size too small for you shorts. I used to be one of these fashion disasters. I used to think the toghter the short the better I looked. I WAS WRONG. Buy shorts that fit you. Trust me, they look much better. Old Navy has really had a great summer collection this season. I am in love with almost all their shorts and the fit is just as great. I really love these ones!

To me these just scream summer! They are so much fun and colorful and the it is really great. These are the 3.5" length that I wear but the nice thing about Old Navy is most of their styles come in a variety of lengths. That way you can get what you feel most comfortable in. Also at $15, you can stock up on a variety of styles that you are sure t wear all summer!

J. Crew is another AMAZING place for summer clothes! I love their shorts. They are probably the most comfortable and versatile shorts that I own. I don't know how J. Crew does it but their shorts can work at the pool or a chic club. Seriously, what other clothing do you know that can work for both without changing anything about your outfit. J. Crew is a little bit more expensive but SO worth the investment!

I hope your summer is going great. Until next time...

Love Always,

Katie