SUMMER BEACH FASHION

We have been taking family beach vacations

for a number of years now.

After so many of these trips, we pretty much

have it down to a science.

Of course, it does take alot of planning as far as 

meals, cleaning items, drinks and of course....FASHION!

The boys are in charge of fishing gear, grilling tools,

ice chests and canopies.

They can throw in shorts and t-shirts and are good to go.

I on the other hand, like to carefully plan

my wardrobe for each day and occasion.

We go down to the beach early, early morning

and have coffee. Then we walk back up 

to the beach house for breakfast.

Dressing for the day is very, very casual...

swim suits and cool cover-ups.

I like to choose cool and breezy tops to pair with

 a pair of white dress slacks

and white capri's for the evenings.

I most always go with turquoise, navy and whites.
I pack a few favorite jewelry pieces
and
three beach hats.
I also select dressy flip-flops, beach flip-flops and
one pair of dress sandals.

I am over the moon about caftans this year,....

thanks to Patricia Atlschul from Southern Charm.
I just adore her and love her elegant, yet relaxed style
of entertaining.

I loved this caftan so much,
I bought two of them!

This is my first cold shoulder top...
and I ADORE THIS....
I also found a perfect pair of espadrille's to wear with it!!!

The colors are so beach friendly and
it also has a touch of sparkle!

love these new espadrilles

I have had this top for many years and
it is light and gauzy....perfect for an evening shrimp boil.

This Ellen Tracy caftan is so colorful and flattering.
It is long enough to be dress length so this is going
to be so comfortable for cocktails out on the deck.

This blue porcelain by far
is my favorite for this year.....

I take along one maxi dress for our
special dinner out at a local restaurant...
I love the navy trim mixed with all the colorful rose florals.
So, I think I am pretty organized this year....
love, love, love to look forward to vacations. don't you?