Hi friends! Chances are you’ll find yourself by a pool or beach (hopefully both at some point!) this summer. I’ve mapped out some looks for every vibe- I’m also sending this one early in case any of these pieces call to you for your long weekend look. Happy early 4th!
(btw, this post has lots of graphic and is a little long- easier to view in browser or on the app)
City Girl Chic- Maybe your friends finally convinced you to go in on a house this summer or perhaps you’re just there for a weekend. Either way, you refuse to dress preppy or cottage-core. Big sunnies to disguise your eye-rolling at everyone else who does, a classic black bikini, a graphic sarong that could be worn as a scarf when it gets cold, a big black tote you can also use for the farmer’s market and to hold the book you bought on a whim because you’re actually semi-curious about said preppy lifestyle (just finished this book and loved it).
black bikini. red flip-flops. sarong. sunscreen. woven tote. bottega sunnies. bangles.
Spa Weekend- No sun, no problem! All you want is a deep tissue massage, a drink by the pool and enough time to finish the book you can’t stop reading on your kindle. A hat, some serious sunblock and a shirtdress over your one-piece that you don’t plan on anyone seeing (but makes you feel like you’re dressed for the season anyway), and a chic tote. Can’t forget classic Ray-Bans to finish the look.
hat. sunblock. shirtdress. swimsuit. ray-bans. sandals. tote.
Mom on Duty- There will be no time for straps to get twisted or a cover-up to be unbuttoned, and you’ll be reapplying sunscreen all day. But, you still deserve to look cute. Slide-on birks with a little platform for added support, a nice hat, and a nylon tote you can throw in the wash in case any snacks are spilled. Tinted SPF serum for you and this stuff for the kids. A graphic tee and denim shorts so you can look like you’re wearing real clothes when you take them to get ice cream after, and funky sunglasses because you’re not a regular mom, you’re a cool mom.
graphic tee. denim shorts. sunglasses. Birkenstocks. Dorsey studs. nylon tote. ILIA skin tint with SPF.
We get it, you’re in Europe!- Just kidding. but here’s an all white fit that would look great with those colorful umbrellas on your IG, a tote than can be worn to the pool, drinks at the hotel bar or on a walk through a coastal town. A lace trimmed romper to wear over your bikini and some raffia sandals. Can’t forget lip balm designed by the original euro it-girl, Sofia Coppola, classic tortoise sunnies and a silk hair tie. Top your look off with this gold heart necklace and you’re good to go.
puffy heart necklace. bikini. tortoise sunnies. silk hair tie. bikini top and bottom. lip balm. raffia sandals. romper.
Getaway with the girls!- You’re going to the pool for the scene or maybe just to take pics and have a cocktail with your bestie. Perhaps you’re on a bachelorette trip! A shimmery body mist with SPF, strappy sandals, ruched skirt, fun sunnies, colorful bikini and a metallic tote to create a show stopping look.
bikini. ruched skirt. body mist. sandals. lipstick crayon. metallic tote. khaite sunnies. bangles.
Beach trip with your S.O.’s family- You may or may not have a snap happy future sister-in-law you want to bond over fashion with, and want to keep the fit flattering and comfortable in case you find yourself tagged on her IG. Fashion girl sunnies and a gold clip up the vibe of this look without going overboard, a ruffle raffia tote is big enough to hold everything, and jelly sandals you’ll wear all summer long.
gold clip. red sunnies. navy bikini top and bottom. boxer shorts. ruffle raffia tote. jellies. lip balm.
updated Shopbop hearts here.
Did you see the new Khaite Home collection? It’s beautiful!
These didn’t go with any of the looks above, but I can’t stop thinking about them. So chic with a sundress or linen pants.
Have a lovely long weekend! XO, Liz
"We get it, you're in Europe." Would never miss. For the recs but also the laughs! XOXO
Gorgeous looks! Love all the sunnies especially