My Summer Favourites - fashion + beauty picks

Over the holidays I have been dressing super casual. I have been living in either maxi or midi (my new favourite length!) dresses with the occasional swap from thongs to sandals when the occasion has warranted it. I've been wearing a hat everyday and I've picked up so many cheap pairs of sunglasses that I have them stashed everywhere! In my bag, in the car, near the pool etc.

Here are my favourite Summer fashion picks. 

Hat from here

Dress from here

Sunglasses from here

Sandals from here

Essie nail polish in Cute as a Button

I find dresses so easy to throw on and you don't have to think too much about accessories. 

I am really loving white this Summer too. The Napisan is getting a work out! :)

I have a few swimsuits in rotation, 2 x one piece suits - 1 in print, 1 plain black. Also a black bikini.

I really love a one piece, especially if it is cut a bit lower at the front and back. You feel covered but not too covered up if that makes sense! This one here and here are similar to my own ones.

I have also been VERY relaxed with my beauty routine too. I got my eyelashes tinted before Christmas and that has removed any need for me to wear mascara during the day, while swimming etc.

I've given my foundation a rest and have been using a BB cream instead. I love the one below from Garnier. Dry shampoo gives my hair a bit of body after all the swimming and washing, tinted lip balm has replaced my lipstick and I pop on a spritz of perfume when I leave the house. 

So what have you been wearing this Summer?

Any beauty product that has become a favourite lately?

My 10 Spring/Summer Wardrobe Essentials

With the warmer weather arriving (although it is nowhere to be seen today!) it has inspired me to clean out my wardrobe and see which pieces I need to add for my Spring/Summer wardrobe.
I usually stick to the same style of pieces each year.  I either update them in a new colour, fabric or cut. Although some of my faithful dresses stick around year after year.
Here are a few of my favourite pieces at the moment

1. My favourite Summer staple is a Maxidress and I loved this peach coloured one. Found here

2. A new hat is a must for me each year as by the end of Summer they are misshapen and water damaged. Found here

3. I love the classic salt water sandal and I especially love it in white. So fresh! Found here

4. Comfy denim shorts are a must. I loved the colour and fabric of these ones. Found here

5. My new favourite beach bag. I adore the leopard print plus you can fit so much in. Last beach trip I had 3 towels, change of clothes for each of the boys, water, snacks, keys etc . It all fit in easily. Found here

6. A white top is a hard working staple in my summer wardrobe.

I liked the extra detail on this one. Found here

7. This espadrille is perfect for when I want to give my thongs + sandals a break. Found here

8.You can't go wrong with a black one piece. I liked the simplicity of this one. Found here

9. I'm loving my roundie towel. I like that I can also use it at home as a rug or throw as well as at the beach. The b+w graphic is so cool. Found here

10. My flamingo float is the perfect size and colour for me to float around the pool dodging the boys and their splashes + bombs! Found here
Other Summer Essentials of mine are a good sunscreen, gradual fake tan/moisturiser, a Lifeproof case for my phone for those beach + pool pics and a summery candle to scent the air.  I'm loving this one at the moment.
I also loved this Country Road video, it really embraces the best bits of Summer. It's shot beautifully in the most gorgeous light. Watch it here
What is your Spring/Summer Essential? Or have you found a new favourite here?