Summer Daze

Can you believe the month of August is already underway? It's hard to believe that this summer has pretty much come and gone already. For a fashion lover like myself, the last few weeks of summer is the time to break out all those cute "summery" outfits that failed to make an appearance in the last two months. I always find that at the start of each season, I pick out outfits that I plan on wearing and then before I know it, miss the opportunity to do so! With that being said, I plan on making the most of the final few weeks of summer fun-filled activities with bold fashion choices mixed with a laid-back, casual vibe. I have put together a few outfits for inspiration that would be perfect for a summer date night, backyard BBQ with friends and family, or a relaxed shopping day with the girls. These outfits match my personal style, but can be shifted to match your own personal style.

Look 1: Backyard BBQ

Maxi skirts/dresses have been SO in this summer and are the perfect effortless look for a summer BBQ or family/friend gathering. I love the look of a high-waisted maxi with a little lace crop top. It's the perfect balance of showing a little skin (Ooo la-la) but still being covered enough! This light blue, lace top is from a local boutique and the [sheer] maxi is from Forever 21 (you'll see a trend in my shopping staples). I paired this look with simple, black, strappy sandals from Target and silver, earrings with blue accent, also from Forever.

Look 2: Date Night

I am absolutely in love with this date night look. It's perfect for a summer night walking through town, going out to dinner, taking a stroll by the water... you name it! This super girly dress is adorable and can be warn in so many different ways. I am a huge fan of scarves and yes, I even wear them in the summer! This light-weight navy blue, floral scarf from American Eagle adds a great "pop" to this outfit and jazzes it up a bit. This white dress is from Forever, but any light, flowy dress will do for this type of outfit! I also leave these blue sandals that were a perfect match for this outfit!

***Fashion Bonus: For those chilly summer nights, a light denim jacket is the perfect way to keep warm, but still look cute! I have been living in mine since the spring!

Look 3: Girl's Day!

This final look is really perfect for any relaxed, summer occasion. Pairing dark-wash jean shorts, a brown belt, and a casual striped shirt is a safe bet, but also a solid outfit choice. I like this look for a coffee date with friends, or a long day of shopping with the girls. It is comfortable and versatile and can be dressed up or dressed down. As far as shoes go, flip-flops, to strappy sandals, to a pair or Sperrys (a personal favorite) will do the trick! *Note: Starbucks cup... What's a summer day without a cup of iced coffee in hand? ;)

Well, that's all for my first fashion blog post! Hopefully many more to come, hoping that I can stay on track and consistent with my posts. I hope these fashion ideas were helpful! Always remember to shine your brightest! <3