By Carlie Hawkins, coauthor for IL Moda PR
You’ve been waiting all year for this. The snow has come and gone, the rain has finally stopped, and the summer solstice is finally upon us. What’s the very first thing that comes to mind? Beach vacation please! The Midwest can see some pretty extreme weather, so take this Columbus girl’s advice, and gather your friends, pack your bags, but be sure you remember these 5 essentials for the ultimate beach party look!
1) Classic Carry-All – Zara “Fringed Fabric Shopper Bag” – zara.com $70
Trendy meets stylish with the perfect combination of fringed leather and neutral tones. With the sun came the need for Prada shades, obviously.
2) Prada Sunglasses “Cinema” –prada.com $385
Put on the Prada Cinema Sunglasses and you are sure to turn heads under the hottest sun of summer.
3) Prissy Duck “Triangle Push Up Bra Top” and “High Cut Bikini Bottom” –prissyduck.com $35 and $23
The perfect swimsuit can be hard to find, but we think we have found it. Prissy Duck’s Triangle Push Up Bra Top and High Cut Bikini Bottom provide comfort and glamour.
4) Prissy Duck “Shoulderless Maxi Cover” –prissyduck.com $79
Check out their sexy covers like Off Shoulder Maxi to feel even more fabulous.
5) Love Beauty Cosmetics Matte Liquid Lipstick at “Relevant” –lovebeautyproject. com $21
BB cream is a must, but an eye catching lavender lip will complete your makeup look. Love Beauty Cosmetics Matte Liquid Lipstick is unquestionably heat resistant and lasts all day long!
Grab your crew and face this charming summer. Want to show us your look? Use #ootdSOCIALmag!