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Before you head to the beach or pool this summer, even before you head outside to run errands without wearing sun block, please take 5 minutes to click on the link below and watch this important video. If you have teens in your life, share this video with them. The more you know about melanoma and skin cancer, the more you can do to take precautions.
Once you have watched this video, share it with someone you care about…
Having spent the last two years in skinny jeans and jeggings, I was both excited and anxious to see that wide leg pallazo pants are back in style. It’s hard to transition from the super sleek to the wide and slouchy, but I feel like my wardrobe has lots of new pairing options now, and in some ways I feel like I have a whole new figure! The trick to finding wide leg pants that flatter and slim is to look for drapey materials in crepe, silk or rayon or lightweight jersey. Stay away from heavy or stiff fabrics, and unless you are super slim, avoid any pleating. Free People (www.freepeople.com) makes two pairs of wide leg pants that I love. I purchased the Floral Fields Wide Leg Pant last week and haven’t taken them off! They are super flattering and the material is the perfect summer weight.
The well named Drapey Wide Leg pant, again by Free People, is another great choice for the warm days of summer.
Drapey Wide Leg Pant $108 at Shopbop.com
Wide leg pants are easy to dress up with heels and crisp accessories, or down with sandals and a comfortable tee. For a leaner, cleaner look, try to keep your upper half less voluminous with tighter fitting tops. That way nobody will mistake you for going out in public in your pajamas! Like bathing suits, you may have to try on a lot of pairs to find the perfect wide leg fit, but once you do, your options for summer fashion are endless.
After one solid week of rain, I am definitely fantasizing about warmer weather! Whatever happened to “April showers bring May flowers?” All we’ve had all this month is RAIN RAIN RAIN! Of course I’m sure the flowers are loving it, but I’m NOT!
With warmer weather on the way (supposedly), it’s time to start planning your summer full of fun activities! I am all about summer BBQs! Plan a fun party in your backyard and serve your guests Bacardi Classic Hand Shake Daiquiri* while wearing bright pops of color – one of Summer’s hottest trends!
Here are a few outfit ideas to spice up your summer parties! Ranging from pricey to budget-friendly, you are sure to find a colorful option below that will inspire you!
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Are you the type that likes to plan ahead? Then you probably love end-of-season sales, where you can stock up on great basics to enjoy next year! 6pm.com is blowing out summer staples today.
Check it out:
SANDALS up to 85% off!
SWIM SALE up to 80% off!
Endless.com is having a sandal sale, so it’s not too late to get some sassy shoes to finish off your summer.
And since almost every style comes with either free overnight or two-day shipping, they’ll practically be here before your pedicure dries.
Check out what’s tempting me. They’re all under $30!
1. Dr. Scholl’s Vally Thong in Pink ($39.00 to $29.74)
2. Bandolino Fayette Thong in Gold ($59.95 to $22.79)
3. Crocs Havana Wedge in Black/Black ($49.95 to $27.41)- I bought a pair of these last summer, and they are soooo comfortable.
4. Report Women’s Sawyer Thong Sandal in Pink ($59.95 to $28.72)
So what do you think? Should I be tempted? And- more importantly – is anything catching your eye? Visit Endless.com!
Maybe it’s the ungodly heat wave we’ve been suffering through, but when my Martha Stewart Living arrived in the mail today, it looked like the most refreshing thing in the world. I think it’s because the cover featured a bunch of DIY dip-dye projects.
While I’m not up for the DIY crafts (since my DIY never turns out like Martha’s), it’s got me craving some similarly patterned apparel.
Now, two tricky things about this pattern:
Lilly Pulitzer “Carrie” dress ($298 at LillyPulitzer.com)
…It’s just more than I want to invest. (Plus, I recently made a blood oath with myself promising to shun all strapless bras unless I’m dressing for a black-tie event, so I can’t go back on that.)
In fact, I’m struggling to find a dip dyed dress that comes with the price tag I want– given that the season’s already half over. Banana Republic has some great looking shifts, but they’re still well over $100, so that’s a no-go for me.
I may have to settle for adding touches of dip-dye to my summer ensembles.
Maybe this uber-cute skirt?
Dip-dyed skirt ($54.50 at Gap.com)
Or something like this tee, which would look great with white pants and a lightweight denim jacket.
Bootheel Trading Co. dip dyed tee ($29 at Dillards.com)
I’d also love to find some cute accessories in this pattern. Maybe a bag or a tote? That might even be something I’d be willing to try DIY. What about you? Are you feeling the dip-dye? And have you had any success with creating your own dip-dye garments?
Lucie Amberg is also a contributor to Powder Room Graffiti.
If you enjoyed designer Leslie Segrete on Trading Spaces and While You Were Out, you definitely want to catch her latest show: A & E’s $100 Makeover.
Like other favorites of the home makeover show genre, Leslie’s new 
project transforms cluttered, uninspired rooms into more liveable spaces– all with limited time and money (specifically $100 per room). What makes this show fresh and interesting is the way Leslie maximizes her budget by utilizing the objects she finds in participants’ homes. That can of paint you bought two years ago for the decorating project you never got around to? She’ll use it on your weatherbeaten patio furniture– turning it into something fun again. Those tablecloths your mother insisted you take even though they don’t come close to fitting your table? No problem; Leslie’s a master at whipping up throw pillows and window treatments from unwanted linens.
Since we all have stuff lying around that could be put to better use and all love getting great home items for less, I think there’s a lot to learn and admire from the $100 Makeover‘s budget-friendly approach. Recently, I got the chance to catch up with Leslie, and she graciously passed on some tips for TFH readers.
With grilling and gardens on my mind, my first question was obvious. Since it’s summer entertaining season, what are some simple, inexpensive ways to liven up your patio for outdoor parties?
Leslie suggested “setting the stage” for the party with vibrant, colored tablewear. She’s impressed with the acrylic dishes from the Ty Pennington collection at Sears.
Ty Pennington floral drinkware collection at Sears.com
With a luscious selection of bright colors, cool patterns, and ombre styles available, just a bit can truly take your party from thrown-together barbecue to festive fete. Since many of these pieces are currently on sale for as little as $0.99, they’ll hardly put a dent in your cocktail budget. And if you’re looking to minimize expense even more, Leslie suggests adding just a few pieces to bring in that cheerful flavor. Even a few glasses to hold your flatware will give your outdoor event a special touch.
If you’re open to making a larger investment (the kind you’ll enjoy long past your next party), Leslie recommends shopping the Jaclyn Smith outdoor collection at Kmart. For a few hundred dollars, you may find some quality outdoor furniture that boosts your al fresco elegance many times over.
I’ve also had some luck finding colorful, vintage tablecloths on Ebay. They add a fun, retro touch, and since they aren’t family heirlooms, I don’t mind when someone spills salsa on them. Every stain is a story, right?
Stay tuned for more decorating and entertaining ideas from Leslie, and be sure to watch her on $100 Makeover on A&E, Saturdays at 10 AM Eastern/ Pacific!
Lucie Amberg is also a contributor to Powder Room Graffiti.
Our latest giveaway on The Fashionable Housewife is with HydroChic! They are an activewear company that is designed especially for you, the active woman and educated consumer, who wants a comfortable, high-quality athletic product that flatters your figure and gives you maximum sun protection whether you are swimming or doing summer sports. Their team has [...]
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Join us as we celebrate National Swimsuit Confidence Week! We are one of over 100 bloggers that are celebrating women of all shapes and sizes by posting pictures of ourselves wearing our Lands’ End swimsuits in hopes of inspiring other women to have fun this summer and get off the beach chair with confidence!
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The nautical look is set to be one of the hottest trends this summer and has already hit the high street with lots of nautical themed goodies flooding stores everywhere. Personally, we’re huge fans of this look, so we thought we’d show you how you can stay on trend this summer without breaking the bank. [...]
