gotta have it ♕

Summer is a long. Very long, but not long enough. Some of us have no clue how we are supposed to spend 3 months of our lives without routine and homework. While others (most of us, I'd like to say) are excited for a time of spontaneity, with picnics and parties galore. Whether summer makes you distressed or giddy, there are somethings we are all going to need so that we are fully prepared for these adventurous months.

Chapstick

 Hot summer whether is bound to leave your lips dry and flaky, which is never fun. Lately I've been using Baby Lips by Maybelline to moisterize my lips, and I think it works wonderfully. Regardless of fancy brands, chapstick/lipgloss is vital.

Sunscreen

 

If you know me at all, you'd know that I'm a freak about sunscreen. This is because I have a really irrational fear of being wrinkly and gross way sooner than I need to be, and I'd rather  keep my skin the way it is now, thank you. Also, those little sun dots you get when you tan too much are really unattractive. Sunscreen. Always. (If you don't feel like going full on SPF, BB cream usually has an SPF 15, which should give you mild protection.)

Bag

 

A cute bag is really nice when you have stuff that you need to carry around. Even if you just need someplace to put your phone (because the pockets on girl's pants are unreasonably small) a small purse, backpack, or tote bag is an easy way to carry it all around. Currently, I have an obsession with canvas tote bags (I hope to be making some of my own soon!) and this one is from Forever 21.

Sunnies

 

My obsession with sunglasses also ties in with the whole wrinkle fears, because when you're looking at the sun, you squint your eyes, and that gives you wrinkles. It's stupid I know. The more important reason sunglasses are important is because the UV rays from the sun can really damage those eyeballs. If you're going to protect yourself from the all evil sun, why not do it in style? I found these sunnies at Charlotte Russe.

Summer Dress

Whether it's for a fancy occasion, or you just don't feel like wearing pants, a light summer dress is always good to have! My favorite color for summer clothes is white, and NastyGal (where I found this one) has TONS of amazing white dresses. I also really like flowers, and this one has flowers on the back.

A Camera

Everyone needs a way to keep their memories, right? Whether your camera is your phone, a fancy DSLR, or an instant Polaroid camera, you need a way to remember all the fun times you're having, right? Currently, I really like the idea of buying a disposable camera, and scanning all of those photos in that you get from the printer. It gives your pictures a vintage-y feel, which is blowing up Tumblr nowadays.

Hair Protectant

 

When you're frolicking in the sun all day long, your hair might get REALLY dry. Whether you use some of this Sun Protection Spray, or special conditioner, remember that your hair has feelings too! Everyone is dying for long silky hair, and you ain't gonna get it without keeping it healthy! (For hair care tips, check out this post.)

Well I think that about does it! Take from this what you will, and have a fantastic summer.

Stay groovy,

xo Camille