Summer Outfit Ideas: What to shop now

Summer is almost here which means festivals, concerts, carnivals, and other outdoorsy things like drinking rosé on a patio.  In this post, you'll find some must-haves to look cool and stay cool all summer long.

1.  Free People Torn Up Jumper - An overall dress is basically the new romper.  Throw a tank, crop top, or tee underneath and you have a go-to simple outfit that looks effortlessly cool.

2.  Lulus Boho To Dy For Blue and White Two-Piece Maxi Dress - Easy-breezy boho style perfect for a festival.  The even better part of this matching set is that you can mix and match with a different top or bottom!

3.  Lulus Baez Blue Chambray Maxi Skirt - I'm a sucker for a maxi skirt and this is flawless for trips to the farmers market or that rosé on the patio.

1.  Lulus Lost in Paradise Maxi Dress - This dress is ready for an adventure.  A deep-v neckline and sexy open-back style will surely heat things up this summer.  Bonus:  This dress is available in 6 other colors!

2.  Hanes x Karla The Crop Tee - Face it, there's no such thing as owning too many white tees and this cropped one pairs perfectly with high-waisted shorts, or wear it under the jumper and with the maxi skirt from above!

3.  PrettyLittleThing Printed Maxi Kimono - After soaking up the sunrays during the day, the air can feel a bit chillier at night.  Throw on this fun, bold maxi kimono and continue the summer fun!

Backpacks are amazing for if you're going to be on-the-go all day.  Unlike a cross-body that can start to get heavy on one shoulder, backpacks distribute the weight evenly so if you're at a festival running around from one artist to the next, you'll have all the necessities (and extras) with you at all times, nix the pain.  These three are neutral enough to pair with any outfit!

1.  Urban Originals Hide & Seek Vegan Leather Backpack

2.  Madewell Lorimer Leather Backpack

3.  Jules Kae Greta Backpack

When it comes to shoes, I love something that's unique yet neutral.  All 4 of these would mix and match with so many different options.

1.  Lulus Koren Leopard Espadrille Slide Sandals
2.  Steve Madden Gills Camouflage Flatform Sneakers
3.  AEO Wide Band Gladiator Sandals
4.  Free People Royale Flat

Which items from above are you lusting over for summer!?

♥ always
Allison

{whatever wednesday}

Festival Fashion Must Haves.  I'm gearing up to go to my first MAJOR festival in a few weeks, The Hangout Music Festival in Gulf Shores, Alabama.  Upon preparing for this trip, I've put deep consideration into what to pack for my go-to outfits.

A backpack was the first must-have.  Since you'll be on the go pretty much the entire day, it's easy and roomy enough to toss all your essentials in along with some potential purchases you'll make along the way.  No body wants to jam pack Tetris style constantly in a little fanny pack or lug around a shoulder purse.

A bandana is on trend and a key accessory.  Equally adorable around your neck or in your hair.

Sunglasses (duh).  I don't recommend taking your brand new Ray-bans, but an easily replaceable inexpensive pair.  Heart sunglasses are simply sweet for soaking up those festie sun-rays.

Sandals: consider comfort and walk ability.  You're going to be walking miles a day, make sure your feet can handle it.

A cute dress.  There will be a time throughout the festival that you will unfortunately most likely need to use a porta potty, it's the nature of the event.  Wearing a dress makes getting in and out of those disgusting hell holes a breeze.  Also, you don't want to wear something you're constantly tugging at to adjust, falling off your shoulder and so on.

Overall:  Keep to the essentials, easy, and no-fuss items.  Are you heading out to any festivals in the near future?  If so, which ones?  Here is where to find all the items listed above:

ASOS, ALDO Backpack with Chevron and Chain Detail

H&M Patterned Scarf

Urban Outfitters Heartbreaker Sunglasses

Forever 21 Laser Cut Faux Leather Sandals

Nasty Gal:  Tessa Cold Shoulder Mini Dress

Festival Fashion

Coachella has come and gone but for me, festival style basically equates to summer wear.  It's almost a guarantee that there is a music festival or concert in the books for you within the upcoming months.

My day-long, concert going advice:
Avoid playsuits or overalls.  With all the liquids being pumped in to your body, chances are you're going to use the restroom relatively often.  Rompers especially make restroom using slightly and and awkward, since you basically have to strip down in a public place.  Opt for a shorts and tank combo or a comfortable dress.
Backpacks and crossbody bags are key, because no one wants to hold a purse on their shoulder all day.
Take just the necessities.  Girls can get a little carried away piling stuff in bags, but that shoulder will hurt by the end of the day if too much is weighing you down.
Easy layers.  Lightweight during the day, while the sun is beating down.  A jacket or button down for if it cools off at night.
Flats or wedges, but make sure they're comfortable.
Avoid bulky and heavy jewelry, you'll regret wearing anything that gets irritating as the day goes on.

Here are 4 looks to help inspire your festival and concert style all summer:

Riley by missallierae featuring summer sunglasses

Avery by missallierae featuring a camisole dress

Mila by missallierae featuring Tory Burch

Sarah by missallierae featuring a blue sleeveless dress

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With the first weekend of Coachella being just a few days away, I dedicated this week's {whatever wednesday} to boho-chic fashions to wear to the desert festival.  Flower crowns, shades, denim cut-offs, fringe, and lightweight, flowy fabrics guarantee you'll take Coachella on in style.

Desert by missallierae featuring high waisted distressed denim shorts

Fillmore by missallierae featuring black ankle booties

Phoebe by missallierae featuring metal-frame sunglasses

Paisley by missallierae featuring beige booties

Opal / Journey / Zoe by missallierae featuring metal-frame sunglasses