Once summer arrives unofficially at the end of May, all I want to do is eat light food and ice cold drinks. I'll save the soup, hot chocolate, and heavier foods for colder months thankyouverymuch. To keep cool in these sizzling months stick to fruits of all kinds, cold drinks (hello mango smoothie!), ice cream and fro-yo, and of course water.
Colorful Fruits
Seeing fruit stands all over the place once summer arrives makes me want to switch to a diet consisting entirely of strawberries, blueberries, pineapple, and watermelon. Suffice it to say I'm still eating other foods, but we can definitely dress like our favorite fruits. Wear an strawberry (or watermelon) red dress, watermelon earrings, and colorblock sandals. Or dress like a fruit salad by donning a red cardigan, yellow tank top, blue jeans, and orange sandals.
Lemonade
Lemonade stands are the epitome of summer and childhood. It brings a smile to my face when I see a kid handing out cold cups of freshly made lemonade for 50 cents. Dress like a sophisticated version (lavender lemonade from the picture above) by wearing a yellow sleeveless top, lavender shorts, yellow sunglasses, and brown sandals. Or instead wear a yellow dress with a green blazer, green stud earrings, and cut out heeled sandals.
I Scream for Ice Cream
I don't know about you, but I love eating ice cream during any season, but there's something amazing about devouring it on a warm day and having it melt over your fingers. Dress like chocolate ice cream, one of my favorite flavors, by wearing a light white sweater, brown high-low hem skirt, brown necklace, and brown bow flats. Or take a cue from Napoleon ice cream: a black and white top, white lace shorts, black sandals, and pink jewelry.
H2-Oh
When the temperature rises, it's so much easier (and so much more necessary) to drink lots of water. I find it refreshing to sip on ice cold water, and then take a welcome plunge or canon ball into the deep end of a pool. If you want to be inspired by this thirst-quenching liquid, why not wear a watercolor print dress, silver belt, blue wedges, and lucite cross-body bag. Or look to the delicious cucumber water for inspiration: all-white outfit with a white hat, heeled sandals, mint necklace, and mint watch.
What's your favorite thing to eat during the summer?
I love the way you take your inspirations, even from sources that are so far from fashion, and build them into something so wonderfully stylish! I admit, I still prefer hot food in the summer, but I would love to dress up in your ice cream-coloured look :)
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Cee
Thanks so much, Cee! You always leave the nicest comments! Now that I think about it, I eat hot food in the summer too. Hamburgers, smores, etc.
DeleteOh gosh I'm so jealous you guys are in Summer and poor Australia is in it's winter months....boo!
ReplyDeleteSorry it's winter in Australia! But by the mid of June when it's so hot I'll be wishing for winter! lol
DeleteThe first photo is amazing 8) and I am so jealous that it's summer where you are!
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Thanks, Anita!
DeleteLove this post, great inspiration! Cute finds doll!
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Becky
cellajane.blogspot.com
Thanks so much!
DeleteI want to try lemonade with lavender now! Great post :)
ReplyDelete♥ Naomi {Starry Eyes + Coffee Cups}
Thanks, Naomi! Let me know how it tastes!
DeleteGreat picks! I want to buy everything and they look sweet enough to eat! I love your original ideas and inspirations:)
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Plami
http://www.fashionthrill.com/
Thanks, Plami!
Deletei love the items you chose for lemonade. my favorite summer food is watermelon! i love when my dad comes home from the store with one and cuts up slices for us.
ReplyDeleteMy favorite thing to eat during the summer is ice cream.
ReplyDeleteYum ice cream! I love eating it in the summer, but I crave it year round!
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