My summer essentials and latest finds
Chatting all of my summer musts! Favorite beauty, accessories, and latest summery finds.
It’s been a while since we touched base on my summer favorites! I figured it would be good to try and list them all in one place. I feel like I could talk about this all day, so a part 2 may be in order. Let’s get into it!
My every day summer skin - In the summer, I’m all about an easy routine to keep my skin hydrated and accentuate my tan. For the last few months, I’ve been using the Summer Fridays Cloud Dew Gel Cream Moisturizer and Sheer Skin Tint exclusively for a glowy makeup base. I wear Shade 5 in the Skin Tint! I usually add in the ShadeDrops for SPF protection, which is such a lovely serum-like SPF. The Skin Tint is my favorite because it is so lightweight and buildable. I appreciate how it evens out my skin and adds such a natural glow. I’ve never gotten so many compliments on my complexion since using this product! I always top it off with one of my favorite lip products ever: The Dream Lip Oil. My favorite combo is swiping a bit of Soft Mauve and Rosewood Nights over some lip liner. Use code: Gabs15 for 15% site wide on Summer Fridays (excluding sets + gift cards).
The art of air dried hair - I swear by my Goop Scalp Scrub followed by all Crown Affair products. I am loving their new Mousse for wavy, air dried hair. Undo Hair clips are the best accessory all summer long - Code: GG10
Statement necklaces and bracelets - I love wearing my Rooni beaded necklaces all summer. Over the last few years, I started collecting vintage silver jewelry and I’ve loved searching high and low for unique silver bracelets, chokers, and arm cuffs.
Perfect tees - I have been obsessing over this tee and this tee from Redone/Hanes. I’m also usually wearing this one from Michael Stars. I prefer my tees to have a worn in vintage feeling, so these aren’t super thick or boxy if that is what you’re into (I like those too, but not for every day, personally).
Sandals - Havaianas are my preferred summer shoe, but if I wasn’t wearing them, I’d wear: these from Madewell. I think I’m going to pull the trigger on these satin flip flops for more elevated outfitting this summer. Re: jellies I think this might be the closest thing I’d buy into the trend this season. Love the subtle touch! I wonder if they’re comfy?
I’m in need of a new summer sneaker and here’s what I’m eying: These new NB are awesome. I just ordered these classic Nikes I saw on my friend Sarah and they’re under $100. Nike x Bode Astro Grabber. These new Bottegas and new Wales Bonner x Adidas fully stocked (and these from the collab). I’d get these over Vans.
Maintaining my tan - I love using my Rhode Milk all over my body (made a TikTok about it). It gives you the most beautiful glow ever. Right after I shower, I like to indulge in some body TLC with my Kate McLeod stones. I’m also loving the Athena Club razor + Hanni for a smooth and hydrated shave.
Preferred body SPF - I love using this SPF 30 Chardonnay Oil and it smells like heaven. I swear by this! I will disclaim that I do tan easily and don’t burn so much on the front of my body, so I can handle oil there! I usually add more heavy duty SPF on my shoulders, back and chest.
Easy button downs are key in the summer - I wear my favorite Sezane Oxford and these lightweight button downs all summer long. This one from J.Crew also looks great. I’m into this shirt dress version of my favorite Sezane Oxford I saw on
!No-fuss, breathable dresses that double as cover ups or you can wear day to night, especially on vacation. I recommend anything that is 100% cotton or 100% linen (or a blend of the two). Here are a few I’ve saved recently:
Hats - Janessa Leone covers this category. I own and wear the Teagan and Waverly a lot lately. I love the Palmer for a statement. Use my code: GAB15 for 15% off. Found a cute one at COS and one at Zara.
Beach Towels - I love this one I just got from mango, OAS makes great towels, and this one from Zara Home looks fab.
A warmth accessory for evenings - I bring a cardigan or wrap with me everywhere because I’m always cold.
The best tanks I’ve found lately are from Clyque by
. I have been wearing this one.Beach totes and bags - I love mine from L.L. Bean (all sizes) and Kule. I’ve been using these mesh zip pouches for organizing and they’re great! Loving this one I just got from Mango (so fun!) and this one from Clare V.
I might have to do a more dedicated Substack on swimwear and dressing the girls in the summer! What other summer-focused content can I help you with? We’re just getting started! Stay tuned and talk soon.
Love, Gabs
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I’ve randomly been looking for a new razor!! Thanks for the rec! Ordered :)
The Sezane dress is so good!!! ;) xx