With the onset of summer, I always gravitate toward carrying a bigger bag. Do you? I mean, there’s something to be said for being prepared when the weather warms up. Throw in a bathing suit … a pack of peanut butter and crackers … a water bottle … a pair of flip flops … a Little Debbie or two or three (give me a break, I am from the south!) … and you’re prepared for anything the day may bring.
For me, there’s no better choice for summer than a crochet bag that goes with everything. This hobo bag, offered by The Sak, is the perfect size for slipping in those extra somethings. The long slender handle welcomes you to carry your belongings comfortably beneath your arm. This bag is roomy, spacious, and can be dressed up or down. And best of all, on Amazon, you can get it for a steal by clicking here.
While most of the time I’m touting the fit and flare dress, every summer wardrobe must have a solid colored, semi-short, swingy dress. I chose black, because I’m so basic, but any solid color will work. Gently kissing your knees when you walk, this timeless style is subtly flirtatious and can be utilized in many ways. Do you need to wear your bathing suit to and from the pool or the beach? Well, lucky for you, this dress stands in perfectly as a cover up. (From much experience, by the way, I know that no one will ever guess you’re wearing a bathing suit underneath it) …. Are you planning to attend an outdoor concert or to have dinner at your favorite restaurant? Pair this dress with some fun jewelry, a dressy belt, and cute sandals to have a romantic night out on the town while looking fantastic. Running errands? No problem. Pull on a pair of Converse chuck sneakers and go. I wash and hang my dress so the cotton won’t wear. It will be on my body once a week during the months of May thru August. It’s a must have.
Last, but not least, let’s talk about sunglasses. Confession: The most I’ve ever spent on a pair of shades is fifty dollars. (Do the words fifty and shades, when used in the same sentence, make you stop in your tracks for a moment? Or is it just me? haha.). Anyway, some eyes will roll right here, because fashionistas take their designer sunglasses seriously. But my top end falls far short of the higher end price tags, because I’m the worst about losing and/or misplacing them. Most often, to be honest, I pick up a few pair for fifteen or twenty bucks each and keep them all in the glove compartment of my car. I’m functional that way.
These rose colored sunglasses by Nine West are my latest find:
For thirty dollars, they are also a great deal! They look very trendy, and in my humble opinion, rival the top brands. The pop of color makes them more interesting than a traditional brown, black, or gold … while the rose shade compliments most any hair color and skin tone. They can be found here .
So there you have it, peeps. Allow a crochet hobo bag, a swingy dress, and some rose colored shades to be your inexpensive solution to versatility, comfort, and style. Don’t dawdle for too long, because the heat is rolling in. And for gosh sakes, don’t forget the Little Debbie’s. They won’t improve your swimsuit body, but they sure do taste awfully yummy. Treat yourself!
Just my thoughts,
~Melanie
Finding the perfect pair of white pants for summer is not an easy task. Can we all agree white pants are a summer necessity? And can we also agree they are a short term purchase? I mean, white pants collect dirt like the local public swimming pool collects toddler pee, old man body hair, and buckets of sweat. (Insert a gag here.) Please, for the love of all things somewhat sanitary, tell me we’re advancing beyond the masses gathering to public bathe. I know I’m digressing here … but are any of you now picturing those little gray curly hairs floating in the water? Oh my Lord, chills!!!! (And not the good kind). Back to the short lifespan of white pants, what I’m trying to point out is this: We know going in that we’re gonna chuck those puppies come September when Labor day rolls around. No matter how much Tide, All, Gain, or bleach we use on those pants, by the end of summer, they will look dingy. It’s a fact of life.
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