Favorites: July Edition

Happy Fourth of July week! I missed my Friday favorites last week so I thought I'd rope them into today's post! I'm linking up with Ally and Emily for some favorites for this month!

July always seems like the last month of summer to me. Schools don't start for another month, Fall clothes haven't hit the stores yet, it stays light outside until nine, and it's still hot as balls just about everywhere. Oh and if you're in South Carolina, folks are lighting up fireworks almost every night. We have a lot to look forward to this week, and July in general!

Here are some of my recent favorites, perfect for the summer and Fourth of July festivities!

One. Swim Suit Coverup.

Printed Caftan (Love this material, SO soft!)Also love this pineapple one!

We've got a cornhole tournament planned for my parents' party this weekend so I figured a new coverup would help me stay pool-party appropriate while hiding my muffin top after all of the hot dogs I'll be eating. 

Two. S'Mores and Sparklers.

S'Mores {via}, Sparklers {via}

I don't love marshmallows but I tolerate them because I have a major sweet tooth (in case you didn't already know) and I love sitting by the fire with my cousin's kiddos. Add some sparklers to the mix (or snappers/pop pops... anyone remember those?!) and you've got an excuse to act like a kid again for at least a few minutes.

I also love hobo pie makers. They bring back so many memories from when I was a kid making pizza sandwiches or grilled cheese on the campfire!

Three. Grilling!

I've already mentioned my love for summertime grilling but I can't pass up fun new grilling accessories like this Beer Can Chicken Roaster. You can use your favorite beer or even a soda, it makes the chicken so delish! I'm also really interested to try these cedar planks. Anyone use them before? Also, full disclosure... I don't actually do any of the grilling, but I like to shop and find random grilling accessories. ha!

Four. Free time.


I love being stress-free over the summer as opposed to the holiday craziness. It's so much easier to get together with friends this time of year! Speaking of, last night we had a little blogger date! It was so much fun doing drinks with Ally, Shelby, Megan, and Ashley, we definitely have to make this a regular thing. I know there are lots of other Charleston bloggers so if we missed you last night, make sure you join us next time! 

Five. Red Manicure.

Sally Hansen No Chip 10 Day Nail Color in Resilient Red

The only time outside of Christmas that I have red nails is for the Fourth of July! This Sally Hansen is my go-to red polish, the color is perfect and it stays on much longer than other brands in my experience (plus its cheap!).

For more fun July ideas, you can check out my favorite sorbet summer drink (toss in some champagne and it's perfection!), Summer Party Planning in Red, White, + Blue Style, and my favorite patriotic monogrammed bow tee.

What are some of your summer and July favorites? Anyone else having a big Fourth of July shindig?!