Accessory Style: Beach Party

The summer sun hasn't been shining the past few days here on the Jersey Shore, but things are supposed to brighten up over the weekend. I for one love nothing more than a beach party on a beautiful day. Though most days that I spend at the beach I only wear a bathing suit, cover up and a pair of shades, beach parties call for a different kind of attire. Even if you're only attending a casual occasion, it's still a chance to look your best. So show off your style. make sure you accessorize those cute cover-ups! If you're going to be in the sand make sure you wear flat sandals so you spend the day having fun instead of trying to walk without falling on your face. I'd keep everything else kind of casual, and make sure you have a beach tote with everything you need for the day/night. Jewelry can be a tough one, in this case. If you're actually going to be spending a ton of time in the sand and the ocean I'd skip the jewelry, it might get ruined or lost. However, if it's more of a tiki bar or beach house party go for the jewels. Keep things to a summery beach theme, like the starfish ring and turquoise earrings above. Just remember to take them off if you decide to go for a swim!

Summer Trend: Plaid Prep

If there's one trend I love to wear year round, it's plaid. When worn the right way it can be the perfect combination of casual and preppy. I love pairing a plaid button up with a pair of denim shorts and sandals for an evening bonfire on the beach. Though some might worry they'll look like they're wearing a table cloth, when accessorized correctly I think plaid makes for a fresh, pretty style. I especially like the idea of pairing a plaid sundress, like the pink Abercrombie number above, with a great pair of wedges and golden brown skin. 

If you don't want to incorporate plaid into your everyday look, opt for a pair of plaid boxer shorts like the Juicy Couture pair above and a cute tank so you can sleep in style. I'm a firm believer in looking your best all the time, even when you're lounging around the house. I have a new post coming up about fabulous summer pj's no matter what your sleep style is!

MDW Looks: Bikini Bod

Well lovely ladies, we can't talk about MDW outfits without bringing up the almighty swimsuit! I live in bathing suits in the summer, in fact I'm in one right now. I'm sitting outside enjoying one of the first real summery feeling days here in Jersey. As you can see, I have zero patients for this weekends arrival. Anyway, here are a few of my favorite picks for this season.

jcrew.

Jcrew is the place to go for your preppy summer swim suits. These are two of my favorite's from their 2012 collection. I love the navy blue and white polka dotted bikini (my favorite colors) and though I'm not usually a one piece girl this suit is so fashionable I couldn't pass it up.

kohls.

Love the ruffles on this adorable (and affordable) bikini!

target.

Target is definitely the place to go if you're looking for a stylish suit on a budget. They have a huge selection and they run for about $14.99 a piece. 

victoria's secret.

Victoria's Secret never fails me with their bikini collection. They are super sexy and always come in great prints and colors. I love the bandeau tops they have like the floral one above.

Hope you're all as excited as me to get in a swimsuit and on the beach! What's your favorite place to buy a new bikini?