Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Beat the Heat


















Now that it's officially summertime in Florida, it's time to start thinking of some interesting ways to avoid losing your cool in a heatstroke-induced rage blackout. Rather than letting the sweltering temperatures & daily thunderstorms cramp your style, check these tips to stay cool in the summer heat:

  • Roll your pants - Instead of letting your chinos collect dust in your drawer until the fall, cuff them up above the ankles to let your legs breathe without having to rock a pair of chubbies.
  • Get a pair of summer shoes - They're great in the cooler temperatures, but leather desert boots won't get you through July. Invest in a cheap pair of canvas sneakers, like my summertime favorites, Vans or a printed pair from Urban Outfitters.
  • Visit your local bookstore - If the rain has got you down, get lost in a new novel or find a new favorite magazine (like Aisha's, i-D). I finally have a break from cramming information from required textbooks, so some pleasure reading of my choice is a luxury these months.
  • Find a bucket hat - Braving a summer music festival? My Milkcrate Athletics Tie-Dye bucket hat got me (& the back of my neck) safely through Bonnaroo this month, sans-melanoma. Dunk it in a chilly bucket of water & put it right back on. Trust me, you'll thank me later.
  • Get breezy in a chiffon top - Chiffon is the perfect summer fabric because it is super comfy & lightweight. Grab a few in bright whites, pastels, or floral prints & even navy or black.
  • Go on a popsicle date - Take yourself back to your childhood & bring your date to Whole Foods for some Fruitfull fruit bar popsicles. These frozen chunks of heaven are loaded with bits of real fruit & can take the edge off of a 90°  afternoon.
Love,
J

Aisha // Blouse: Forever 21 // Shorts: Levi's x Urban Renewal // Shoes: Staccato // Bracelets: J. Crew & Pulsera Project Sunnies: Topshop 

Jake // Shirt: Fourstar // Pants: Levi's // Shoes: Vans // Sunnies: American Apparel



14 comments:

  1. This short totally rocks!
    you look beautiful :)


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    Coline ♡

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  2. I totally loved this post!!! Really great inspiration! tell me if you would like to follow each other! I follow you back for sure - Lots of Love, Kyra♡
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    1. Thanks Kyra! I'd love to follow you :)

      Love,

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  3. Two great outfits, I really like the Levis shorts :)
    xx
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    1. Thanks for checking out Stellar Piece!

      Let's follow eachother :)

      Love,
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  4. Super cute shorts! I should try making some like that! Great post, you both look adorable!

    Colour Me Classic

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    1. Those are A's favorite shorts right now! If you have an old pair of jeans and some fabrics to add to them, you should definitely go DIY and make a pair of shorts yourself.

      Post photos if you go through with it!

      Love,
      J

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  5. It's good to see a couple outfit! And this is so summery! i love your sense of style and your attitude!
    Amazing!

    des bisous (>¨^o^<)
    Adeline

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    1. Thank you so much! Your new summer sandals are gorgeous!! Can't wait to read your next post. :)

      Love,
      J

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    1. A cannot get enough of those shorts!! And she would be so jealous of your dress and sunhat in your last post. :)

      Love,
      J

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  7. Really craving popsicles to battle the heat now! You guys are a lovely couple (:

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    1. The ones we got from Whole Foods were amazing, go get yourself one ASAP! :)

      Love,
      J

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