STYLE

Evening with the fam

The beginning of summer means you can finally break out your white jeans. Distressed pants with a bright colored shirt and gladiator sandals is perfect for a family party. You’ll be comfortable, but look nice enough for your grandpa and grandma. Plus, having your legs covered will help to keep summer bugs from biting you all night long.  

SJSP Womens Sleeveless Loose Fit Strap Loose Fit Tank Top Style Blouse, $14, amazon.com

White Distressed Skinny Jeans, $30, forever21.com

Tall Criss Cross Gladiator Sandals, $25, wetseal.com

Blue Stone Silver-Tone Dreamcatcher Earrings, $15, jcpenney.com

Loungin' by the pool or beach

Memorial Day is the prime time to debut your cutest summer bikini. Pair it with a trendy romper to shake up the traditional cover-up look. Be sure to keep your accessories simple so you can show off your fancy flipping skills on the diving board (without worrying about losing a necklace or bracelet).

Bikini Top, $18, hm.com

Bikini Bottoms, $13, hm.com

Daisy Stud Earrings, $6, charlotterusse.com

Black Ruffle Spaghetti Straps Crew Neck Womens Cute Romper, $31, pinkqueen.com

Patent Faux Leather Platform Sandal, $33, forever21.com

Hanging with your friends

Stick with a simple maxi sundress if you’re feeling flirty at a casual kick-back with your buds, but go totally bold with your accessories. You’ll have tons of options to choose from when it comes to picking between the perfect stand-out necklace, sandals and sunnies so make sure to choose a stellar pair. 

Maxi Dress, $5, hm.com

Sunglasses, $8, hm.com

Statement Floral Necklace Pink, $20, missguidedus.com

Aeo Double Strap Slingback Sandal, $30, ae.com

American Flag Graphic Tank with Fringe, $26, maurices.com

Frayed High Waist Denim Shorts - Jr., $10, burlingtoncoatfactory.com

Double Tassel Bucket Bag $19, charlotterusse.com

Purple Accent Feather Hook Earrings, $12, overstock.com

Women's Classic Flip-Flops, $3, oldnavy.gap.com