What to wear: 4th of July

It's no secret that I love summer, especially in New England. So, it's probably no surprise that I am a HUGE fan of July 4th celebrations and dressing for the occasion. The 4th is a day to wear classic all-American styles in patriotic colors.

Here are a few of my favorite (if not silly) looks from years past:

Boston Street Corner with Uncle Sam - 2013
Dress: Anthropologie (old), Sandals: Havaianas 

 

 

Chatham, Cape Cod, MA - 2011
Vintage Maxi Dress: Brimfield Antique Fair

Charles River Esplanade, Boston, MA - 2012
Shorts: J Crew, Tunic: Made In Guarda (Brazil), Flag: USA

These classic looks keep you summery and playful, while staying polished and camera ready...
whatever your plans maybe!

Roof-top Party & Fireworks: City Evening Look
top: J Crew, skirt: Gap, Necklaces: Kacey K (monogram)
& old clover (similar fro,m  C Wonder), Shoes: Cole-Haan, Clutch: Francesca's

4th of July Parade: Small Town Day Look
Shorts: Vineyard Vines, Shirt: J Crew Factory, Shoes: Converse, Bracelet: KJP
Sunglasses: Ray-Ban, Hat: Official Red Sox merchandise

Seaside Cocktail Party: Happy Hour Look
Skirt: Madewell, Shirt: Gilly Hicks, Shoes: Tory Burch,
Bracelets: C. Wonder (gold helm & enamel) & KJP (knotted rope),
Clutch: Orange Caramel

Dockside Clambake: Evening Look ...Heels optional
Jeans: Pilcro, Top: Tibi, Shoes: Schutz, Earrings: M. Flynn
Bracelets: Vintage Pearls (heirloom), Enamel bangles (J Crew)

Fun in the Sun: Beach Day Look
Bikini: Pisces Brazil, Cover-up: Rugby Ralph Lauren,
Sunglasses: Kate Spade, Sandals: American Eagle,
Monogram Tote: Vera Bradley

Coastal Exploration: Day Look
Shorts: Seven for All Mankind, Tunic: J Crew, Straw Tote: Michael Kors,
Sandals: American Eagle, Bracelets: KJP (knot), Lemon&Line (natural),
Kate Spade (green rope), Turkish Towel: Homegoods,
Sunglasses: Ray-Ban, iPhone Case: Sonix for Paper Source

This year, since I'll be in South-eastern Alaska for the 4th, where temps are likely to be in the low 60's and rainy, my get-up will be more cozy but no less patriotic...

Alaskan Adventure
Jeans: Pilcro, Tee: Old Navy (last year), Shirt: Old Navy (current),
Sunglasses: RayBan, Vest: J. Crew, Boots: Hunter (not shown) 

I hope these inspire your fab Independence day look for Friday!

Cheers to looking great!
Bee