What to Wear to the Beach this Summer

Summer is in full swing, and now that we are settling in to the HOT HOT HOT and lazy days of the season, we think it's well about time we offer you some relief. Beaches are where it's at these days, and while some of us love to let it all hang out and flaunt what we've got, some others just want to look cute, stylish, and summer appropriate while we soak up the rays. We have some outfits to assist with this dilemma, both for a day outside, as well as a summery look for the office on those days when you long for the beach. Enjoy!

Seersucker Love

Seersucker is the perfect casual fabric. Nothing says fun, preppy or classic summer than this striped wonder! Think how sweet and fun this wedding would be...possibly play yard games like horseshoes or croquet, throw a mid-afternoon reception with heavy appetizers and light drinks. Tom Collins would be a perfect signature drink, as would freshly squeezed lemonade, and maybe even a flavored iced tea bar where people could mix squeezed juices and teas and adorn them with sugared fruit slices in lime or orange! Freeze raspberries into ice cubes and cool down the day. This would be a wedding to remember!

Modern Day Kitchen

Even though I tend to go for traditional styles in my own home decor, I cant help but love a good modern piece which made this week's blog especially fun! Check out this modern kitchen board we created with a mustard yellow base and bold pops of blue as accents. POC (pop of color) is the phrase of the year for 2012 I think! I also love the use of stainless in elements like the kitchen table and the chandelier keeping it tied in with the counter tops but maintaining a sense of individuality. No matchy matchy for this kitchen!

One thing I want to point out about this kitchen is that the accessories totally make the space! I am definitely an accessory girl and they are not just for ears and wrists anymore people! From the yellow elephant pillow to that adorable Georgia print, accessories are the perfect way to bring your personality and some color into any room! Don't be afraid to be a little daring in your rooms and you'll love them even more.