How to survive the summer in style

Summer in the desert is difficult, to say the least. And it makes finding something comfortable to wear almost impossible. With the heat draining our energy, and our closets getting dusty, Winsome is here to help. Our favorite go to's for summer, from head to toe.

Everyday Staples

• asymmetrical hems
• maxi dresses
• colored denim
• bright colors and mixed patterns
• florals
• loose shirts and thin fabrics
• simple layers

(from left) Silk Dotty Sunshade Top & Ace and Jig Surf Shorts

from Madewell; blouse, shorts, and handbag from H&M

(from left) Toothpick Jean in "light citron" from J. Crew;

Elizabeth and James Low Rise Skinny in "tropical"from Madewell

Maxi dresses are super comfortable,
and cutouts are a sexy surprise

Buffalo Exchange has many
of these cute high-low dresses,
in lightweight fabric
perfect for summer!

Pool

coverups: an oversized button down, or nothing but your suit! Who says you need to wear clothes to the pool? As for swimwear this season, no fuss hardware, simple lines and colors, color block bikinis and cute towels. A fun tip: take a dingy old towel and tie dye it for the pool!

All suits from Madewell

Beach Towel from H&M

Shoes

Sandals and wedges, or anything with floral patterns. Who needs to wear plastic flip flops when there are so many other cute options?

Pansy Plimsoll Sneaker
at Urban Outfitters

Flat Braided Sandals from Target

Eloise Floral Platform by Jeffery Campbell
for Free People 

Hair 

Whether you have long or short hair, nothing feels better than getting it off your neck when it's 100+ degrees. So throw it in a messy bun, or do the sock bun for an easy polished look. One of the easiest but cutest hairstyles? Braids! Braid your bangs, try a fishtail, or our favorite: braid the back and bun it!

Nails

Ombre nails are great if you do it right, but if it's too much effort, stick to neutrals with sparkly top coats or get floral decals that will last longer.

Check out how to make ombre nails on this fantastic beauty blog,
The Beauty Department

Makeup

The heat's going to melt it off anyway, so why cake on layers of foundation and coverup? Go au naturale and wear nothing but sunscreen. Or try BB Cream, like this one from Clinique. It combines SPF protection, antioxidants, and light coverage.

In summer, bright lipsticks and lipbalms in coral and pink colors are a must, and switch you blush to a bronzer. 

Clinique Chubby Stick
Moisturizing Lip Color Balm
from Macy's