Friday Favorite Finds: 19 Americana Summer Essentials
Whether it’s because of holidays like Memorial Day and the Fourth of July or just a general feeling of love for country, summer time tends to carry a patriotic theme throughout. Americana feelings run high. With that summer mood in mind, we’ve rounded up 19 Americana summer essentials…
1 – J.Crew chevron halter one-piece swimsuit | 2 – Picnic Time wicker picnic basket | 3 – The Great anchor sweatshirt | 4 – Line and Dot Beaux embellished dress | 5 – Smathers and Branson American flat hat | 6 – Clare V. flat clutch | 7 – Solid & Striped Margot swimsuit | 8 – Madewell balcony off-the-shoulder top | 9 – Clare V. striped beach towel | 10 – Aquazzura wild thing sandals | 11 – “Shell we have another” cocktail napkins | 12 – J.Crew striped slouchy shirt | 13 – Swell stainless steel water bottle | 14 – Sensi Studio lady Ibiza straw hat | 15 – Anya Hindmarch maxi featherweight tote in diamonds | 16 – Madewell small zip pouch | 17 – Ace & Jig Adriatic V-neck cotton dress | 18 – Flagpole Swim Shay bikini set | 19 – Kiini Tasmin one-piece swimsuit
Friday Favorite Finds: Must-Read Articles
First, I want to make sure you haven’t missed out on any of the recent articles here on Wear + Where + Well…
- 9 Tips for Wearing a Romper
- A Beginner’s Guide to the Kentucky Derby
- How to Spend a Weekend in Austin on South Congress
- Wear + Where + Well Hotel Recommendation: Hotel San Jose in Austin
- Label We Love: Lisa Marie Fernandez
Second, here are some of my favorite reads from around the internet this week…
Attention bloggers specifically:
- The Fashion Law Exclusive: The Dirty Advertising Practices of the Industry’s Biggest Brands and Blogger : Bloggers – if you read nothing else this week, read this. It is our professional responsibility to be aware of and adhere to FTC regulations. This is not optional. It’s the law.
- The Fashion Law: A How-to Guide for Properly Disclosing Your Sponsored Posts: Then, bloggers, read this follow-up post that tells you how to properly disclose sponsorship. Consumers have a right to know.
Other articles:
- 8 Exquisite Pools + Chic Pool Furniture
- Snapchat Raises $1.8 Billion in Funding: This brings enterprise value to a whopping $20 billion!
- The Brands That Do The Most and Least Good for the World: as ranked by consumers
- This Season is All About The Long Short: Hallelujah! Vogue says longer shorts are in this season.
- United Offering Thousands of Miles to Elite Clients: Read this article from The Points Guy to see if you’re eligible. I was eligible for a huge incentive offer!
Friday Favorite Finds: Sale Round-Up
Finally, as I’m sure you have seen from the barrage of emails and blog postings, sale season is upon us! I won’t bore you with an exhaustive list of sales, but I will highlight just a few of my favorites.
- Ann Taylor: 50% Off Full-Price Purchase & Extra 40% Off Sale Styles; code = SUMMER50
- Anthropologie: Additional 30% off all sale items, in stores and online; no code needed
- Banana Republic: Extra 40% Off; code = BRTAKE40
- Minted: 15% Off All Wedding and Kids’ Essentials; code = MEMORIAL16
- Moda Operandi: Up to 50% Off; no code needed
- Nordstrom: Up to 40% Off; no code needed
Can someone please explain to me how in the world we are already five months into this year? How is it already Memorial Day weekend? How is it summer already?
If you’re in the USA, take a moment to remember those who have fallen fighting for our country. Wherever you are, have a great weekend!
Graphic design by Ashley Cardoza
Love the round-up of products, Carrie! You have impeccable taste as always. Also, thanks for doing a round-up of links with recent articles. There are many important reads!
Thanks a bunch, Jenn, for reading! I appreciate your support. 🙂
Love your picks, there’s so many good sales happening this weekend.
xo
PinkSole
Thanks, Rachelle! Right? So many good deals!
I love all the product Carrie!! Those bathing suits are super cute!
Hope you have a wonderful Friday
Bella
http://xoxobella.com
Aren’t they? Even a Canadian can appreciate some of these picks, right? 😉
Love all these essentials! Great picks!
http://violettedaily.com
Thanks so much, V!
Red, blue, white. Best colorcombination ever! Love each single pick. Great post 🙂
XO
Elena
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http://www.saintjeans.de/
Thanks, Elena! Isn’t it a great combo? Feels so summery.
I want to go out and buy all the things, and I’m not even American, haha. My favorite is the slouchy T-shirt from J.Cew. Looks so comfy yet stylish.
Haha! I loved that comment. So glad you liked.
Hi Carrie,
That FTC article was very interesting. I am not a blogger but from a consumer perspective it’s important to be aware too.
Have a great weekend!
Sheri
Sheri – I’m glad you enjoyed it. And yes it is our duty as publishers to be transparent with the consumer.
With that being said, there is nothing wrong with sponsored content and paid partnerships. This is a business that I (and others) have to monetize somehow in order to be sustainable longterm. But the consumer does deserve to know the difference between true editorial content and paid content.
Thanks as always for reading along.
There are so many good deals going on right now, nice picks!
xoxo
moonstonemagic.com
Thanks for stopping by, Isabel!
Such a great post, and love your picks! I already purchased the powder blue gingham dress as soon as I saw it! So cute! Definitely going to check out the links too. Appreciate not only your inspiration but wealth of knowledge! Hope you’re having a great weekend!
xo, Jennifer
http://www.publicistinpearls.com
That’s such a nice, encouraging thing to say, Jennifer! Thank you. 🙂
Love your picks! Those must reads are so awesome!
xo, Jane
http://www.fitfabfunmom.com
Ah thanks so much, Jane!
What a great round up!! I must admit as a Canadian I love the fun patriotic American apparelyou get to play with! Maybe I will just have to become a dual citizen 😉 I have been so crazy busy with work, it is so nice to sit down and check out your blog <3 I hope you had a wonderful long weekend Carrie!
I missed you here, Sydney! I hope this provided a fun diversion for you after all your long work hours. Hugs –
I love all the product Carrie
-olivia–
http://www.gemstonesilverjewelry.us
Love your pics! Love all these essentials.
Thanks so very much!