Summer is almost here, meaning we all need to take a trip to the mall and buy a few essential wardrobe pieces for this next season. A misconception of summer clothing is that it is solely based on bright colors and less layers. Although those two ideas may be the case in some circumstances, it is definitely OK to wear black and white or to layer different pieces. Here are a few items for this season that incorporate all of those ideas:
As some of you may know, Birkenstocks have made a huge comeback this past season. They have been in the Spring/Summer 2014 collections of many top designers such as Givenchy and Stuart Weitzman, so why not buy a pair for yourself? They are so comfortable, can be dressed up or down and come in various styles/colors!
Not only are ripped boyfriend jeans the ultimate must-have, but also very sensible. They practically can be worn with anything and are so breezy for the humid temperatures. A leather jacket is a must-have for basically every season, but for the summer months, I suggest a light colored one. For those chilly nights, a pastel leather jacket can keep you warm and also spice up your outfit! Plus, due to the light color, it won't feel as dramatic or dense.
A high-waisted bikini is so 60's yet so 2014. For vintage lovers or fans of Jane Birkin, buying a high-waisted bikini will ensure you to feel iconic. A plain black one is my preference due to the classic look, but many stores and brands carry different kinds with prints and designs. And to complete a beach outfit, a floppy sunhat is perfect to block the sun and feel even more like Jane Birkin.
As for accessories, mirrored sunglasses are considered statements for this summer. They come in so many bright colors that can make any outfit more exciting! A backpack is also a necessity, since more junk can be filled in it compared to a regular cross-body (it is also much easier to carry). And lastly, what is a summer without listening to music? A trendy pair of headphones is a must-have for those music lovers.
Next time you're out shopping, keep in mind these 8 must-haves. It's okay to splurge sometimes, especially when a new season is approaching!
-Karin
As the summer months approach us, it's time to think about changing our beauty routine. Our skin is going to be prone to the sun, therefore we need some protection in our skin routines. As for our hair, it's going to be in desperate need for some anti-frizz armor. Here are some products you're going to want to keep in your beach bag this summer!
First lets talk about the face. In the summer, I rarely wear any cover up because who wants to cover up a natural tan? But there are those days when you need a little something extra to cover up a blemish and at the same time, you want it to look natural and feel light. The best product for this feeling is the Bare Minerals Powdered Concealer. I use this concealer all year round and it comes in many different shades so you can pick whichever tone suits you best. A little goes a long way and unlike liquid concealer, it's not heavy plus it feels like you have nothing on your face. All you have to do is use a flat brush to apply on your blemishes or to cover up any redness.
As for moisturizing, my go-to product is the Laura Mercier Tinted Moisturizer with SPF 20. This product leaves your skin with a healthy dewy glow without it looking oily, plus it has SPF which is perfect for protection during the summer months. During my skin routine, I usually apply this first and then apply my Bare Minerals foundation and the best part is that the two products go well together.
As for for lips, the SUGAR lip treatment is hands down the best lip balm. It comes in variety of different shades, such as Berry, Plum, and Petal. Personally, I'm not a big fan of wearing lipstick for my everyday makeup look because I don't like how it feels on and I'm always worried about the color fading. This product is like a lipstick and lip balm combined. This product is perfect for adding a little color to your lips without being over the top during those summer days and since it has SPF 15, it leaves your lips hydrated and protected!
Moroccan Oil is a life saver when it comes to tackling frizzy hair, especially during humid summer days. Not only is this product great for hydration, but also great for damaged hair. You can apply this to damp hair or even after you've styled it, just to give it a smooth and shiny finished look sans fly-aways or frizz!
Coconut Oil is the mother of all beauty products! You can use it in over a 100 different ways, removing eye makeup, as a natural shaving cream, getting rid of age spots, as a moisturizer, and even for cooking! Coconut Oil is a great substitute for tanning oil in the summer and its better for your skin! You can find this product in most grocery stores like Trader Joe's but make sure you use regular sunscreen before to get protection.
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