What To Wear For The 4th Of July

{ Via: Habitually Chic }

Summer's biggest holiday is just ten days away. Can you believe it? Hopefully you have some fun plans on the calendar. Whatever you are doing, it's good to have some festive fashion lined up for each activity.  There's way to do it without looking like a flag yourself. 

Here's inspiration.

HERE:  12 Festive Finds

Navy Stripe Sport Maxi

This is what you wear to the parade. Show off those arms that you have been working on all Winter long. Loving the metallic stripe. It's a fun look at a reasonable price.

Boston Proper

Small Woven Basket Tote

Totes adorbs....as they say. Shiny red patent leather adds a spark of fun to this pretty but practical bag.

Frances Valentine

Off The Shoulder Marguerite Blouse

A flirty find that's under $100 and washable!

Tuckernuck

Sensi Studio Laced Up Hat

This season it's all about straw, and this style does not disappoint. How cute is this?

Moda Operandi

Pensacola Tasseled Midi

This little dress could have many lives. I would wear as a swimsuit cover up, yet it goes out to lunch or dinner easily, too. You won't believe the price. You can buy one in every color and not spend a $100. A good buy!

Lulus

Lizzie Fortunato Earrings

This chic Corsica style takes red, white, and blue to another level. A dressed up look that also looks good with denim.

Intermix

La Vie Eyelet Jumpsuit

Utilitarian meets femininity with an overall eyelet pattern. Pretty paisleys also finish the look of this white on white wonder.

Rebecca Taylor and/or Shopbop

Zimmermann Stripes

Just add white!

Shopbop

Mara Hoffman Blanche Jumpsuit

Comfy chic. Wear this over your swimsuit, home lounging or at any patio party. Just darling, and made from organic cotton.

Everything But Water   or   Shopbop

Breezy Cover Up

Crinkled cotton gauze creates a chic cover up or tunic top. The fabrication will keep you cool by the pool.

Soft Surroundings

Sonia Rykiel Paris Maxi

Any little miss size 6, 8, or 14 will be ready for all the summer celebrations in this 

darling dress. 

Childrensalon

Ralph Lauren Boys

We weren't preppy parents. I do find, however, all American boy looks like this, rather irresistible. Shop the collection at

Ralph Lauren

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Summer's Standout Stripes

(Via Trend Hunter)

 This season, stripes are bigger, better, bolder. They are meant to make a statement for you, the kiddos, and your home. Mix and match them, but most of all have fun with them. 

HERE: 14 Stripes For Summer 

Multi-Stripe Picnic Throw
The perfect accessory for a picnic or day at the beach. Now on sale at....
West Elm

Illesteva Leonard II Sunnies
My vote for the best sunglass style of the season!
Neiman Marcus

Striped Palm Island Trunk
Stone washed stripes on sale for the boys of Summer.
Ralph Lauren

Sunscreen Tub
Perfect poolside, this tub will hold sunscreen, towels and everything for a pool party.
One King's Lane

Bernardaud Aboro Tea Cup
Care for a spot of tea? Yes please!
Barney's New York

Sonia Rykiel Paris Enfant
Yikes stripes! A Playful striped playsuit and dress gives Summer fashion a French flair.
Childrensalon

Marc Jacobs Mod Noir
Love gardenias? This fragrance is for you! "The striking bottle was inspired by Marc Jacobs’s quirky, striped fashion prints and the interplay of black and white in his iconic runway collections"
Sephora

Stripe Flowy Hi-Lo Dress
Fun in front and business in back. 
Boston Proper

Nali Stripe Acrylic Box Clutch 
A fabulous bag that is affordable and now reduced by 50%. So great with the above dress.
ASOS

Striped Mesh Midi Dress 
 New London designer, Self Portrait, has created one of the best dresses of the season. Love the way they played with patterns and texture. See this fanciful frock on the catwalk at...
ASOS

Child's Spa Bathrobe
Beach chic in Turkish Cotton. 
Provisions at Food52

Trip Trumeau Chest
The designers at Seletti redefined a classic with silk screen stripes. What a playful addition to any room!
Shop Horne

Christian Louboutin Bandy 100 Pump
Selected by Mr. Shop This, as the shoe to wear this Summer. And if my knees could take them, I would totally grant his wish. Almost sold out at....
Net-a-Porter

Saint Tropez Nautica Everyday Bag
A chic silhouette with a jet set vibe, without the high price. Designed by Thursday-Friday.
AHALife

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Tuesday Trends: Summertime Style For Kids

Via Alex and Alexa

School's (almost) out for Summer.  There's one thing for sure, most of last season's duds no longer fit. Here' inspiration for kids of all ages. These styles play nicely from camp to the park and those dressy events in between. 

HERE: 16 Looks With Cool Factor

Summer Ready Swimwear
Find over 500 swim styles like floatsuits from Sunuva and Archimede to Love Made Love's St Tropez print swimsuit and every splash worthy style in between at
Childrensalon

Twirl Worthy Dresses
I love a fancy frock for little fashionistas, but they are not always practical. Hanna Andersson designs dresses for every day that feature form and function. With prices starting at $19, these dresses play well from the playground to Sunday School.
Hanna Andersson

Polo I Seersucker Jacket
And then there are those dress up days like church or a wedding. This jacket and pants, sold individually, is just too classically cute! 
Ralph Lauren

Graci
Spanish style with delicious details like liquid silk fabrics, semi-precious stones, and terrific tulle. Warning, the collection couldn't be any prettier, but it is for girls with BIG allowances.
Childrensalon

Denim Shorts and Shirt
Cool kids mix and match their denim.  The cuffed shorts are super stylish.
Forever 21

Little Marc Jacobs
Matchy Matchy, and that's a good thing! Bright and colorful just like her personality. Available in sizes 2T - 12.  Love the exposed zipper! Complete the outfit with the matching Mouse Shoes. Adorbs!
Alex and Alexa

Reworked Denim
From Paris to your little guys closet. The devil is in the details for these delicious denim duds for baby boys.
MeliJoe

Sonia Rykiel Enfant
I love the French flair given to this designer children's line. Everything is simple, yet so Parisian chic. I dressed my own daughter in her clothing. Oh the memories!
MeliJoe

The ABCS Of Graphic Tees
Shop 100 Tees that any little boy or girl will want to live in this Summer. The inspiration? India, where the design team of Tea Collection found their muse.
Tea Collection

Fun In The Sun Accessories
Of course, the well dressed kid needs the perfect accessories.  Loving the Project Jelly Shoes
Alex and Alexa

RL Boys
There is something so irresistible about men and boys dressed in Summer whites and preppy whites.  The Ralph Lauren Children's Collection is always classic.
Ralph Lauren

Tea Collection Spring/Summer Collection
Celebrate Summer with joyful colors, embroidered details and a hint of sparkle. Life is a party when kids are comfy and still so chic! The collection can be dressed up without being fussy.
Tea Collection

Kenzo Kids
At camp or just hanging out, boys 6 - 12 will love rock'n these awesome separates.
Neiman Marcus

Burberry For Girls
No iconic plaid needed for this silk ruffled number. Dress it down with black high tops.
Burberry

Turquaz Gingham Ruffle Shorts
The living end (or beginning) to a baby girl's stylish outfit. I mean really, who wants to see a diaper? Find a collection of 40 beautiful bottoms.
Childrensalon

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