At this point, I’m leaning into summer full swing and preparing for three weeks of upcoming travel. I’ve got my eye on this floral dress from Abercrombie for nights out, and I’ve been stocking up on my go-to sunscreen and bug bite patches. Newsflash, prepping ahead of time makes packing a lot less stressful. What are you buying for the season? Let us know.
Margo Ghertner / Associate Editor, Commerce / Atlanta, GA
Like This? Try That.
What’s on trend for summer? Swimsuits with floral appliques and detailing. Our editor found two noteworthy options.
Like Same Swim’s La Vie En Rose collection? Try this Amazon bikini.
Same Swim: While pieces from this collection start at $140, we can get behind investing in this swimwear because we know it’ll last for years. It has four-way stretch and is made from a soft polyester-spandex combo. We love how you can choose from different cuts depending on your needs.
Amazon: This bikini is $12.99. While we know this one might not last us for seasons to come, it’s an ideal way to try a trend before splurging on Same Swim’s version. This comes only in a bandeau style, so if you usually go for one pieces, this might be a pass.
Three Totally Random Things: Father's Day Edition
Still figuring out what to buy? Check out three totally random gifts we’re loving this week:
Mondo Llama’s Large Knit Blanket Kit
A knitting kit that doesn’t require needles.
Reclaiming childhood hobbies feels good, so allow us to reintroduce you to finger knitting. Our editor stumbled upon this kit at Target and all her memories of finger knitting while sitting in the carpool line came flooding back. This kit comes with everything you need, from chunky yarn to instructions, so you can make a luxe, on-trend blanket at home. At $30, it’s a steal, but nostalgia and screen-free entertainment are priceless.
Reads
“Summer Romance” by Annabel Monaghan
The story: The latest from Annabel Monaghan — author of the cult-favorite “Nora Goes Off Script” — follows Ali Morris, a professional organizer whose life is decidedly…unorganized. She’s the mother of three young kids, undergoing a messy divorce, and grieving the loss of her beloved mother two years prior. Early in the summer, she unexpectedly meets a charming, floppy-haired lawyer-slash-skateboarder and intends to embark on a summer fling. In a turn of events that will be deeply satisfying for romance readers, their connection turns out to be a lot more than just a fling. Easy, breezy, and big-hearted, “Summer Romance” is quintessential poolside reading.
Recommended if you like: "Nora Goes Off Script"
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