1. Sunscreen
- no, the SPF in your makeup or moisturizer isn't enough
- because most likely, you are not applying enough of makeup or moisturizer to protect your skin from UV rays
- you should be using a sunscreen with at least SPF 30
- it should say broad spectrum and protect against UVB and UVA rays

2. Shorts
Shorts are a summer essential, whether they're sporty...

trendy...

or part of a matching set...

3. Sundress(es)
- my favourite part of summer is being able to wear dresses without tights, leggings, or a cardigan!
- here are some of my fave styles:

the midi dress (for when it's not super hot or you want to be modest)

the floral dress (fun! flirty! colourful! what's not to like honestly)

4. Sunglasses
- I actually can't really wear stylish sunglasses because I wear glasses
- I have to wear ugly, blocky ones over my regular glasses
- to everyone who can wear normal sunglasses: go out and wear beautiful sunglasses so I can live vicariously through you
- just kidding ;)
- but sunglasses are very important for protecting your eyes from the sun
- especially when you're driving, you want to be able to see

5. Sunhat
- I love this when I don't want to wear sunscreen or sunglasses
- shields your face and neck from the sun
- don't have to get overly hot on sunny days
- plus I feel like they give you a glamorous, elegant, and mysterious aura
- honestly who doesn't want to feel like the femme fatale in old movies?

6. Sandals
- not just flip flops!
- there are so many types of sandals
- I love wedge sandals because they're more comfortable than those with a thinner heel, such as espadrilles,

but there are also flat sandals,

mules,

block heels,

and more...

7. Flip flops
- Perfect for:
• lounging by the pool
• public locker rooms
• running errands
• however, I do not recommend actually running or doing a lot of walking in them as they provide no support and can easily fall off your foot
• general everyday life

8. Routine/Schedule
- less exciting than the previous items but I think it's the most important!
- during summer, the days can blur together because you might be taking a break from typical activities like school or work
- in this time (especially in quarantine) I feel like it's important to have some kind of structure or habit in your life
- I suggest creating a schedule or routine for yourself that is realistic for you
- so, don't try to wake up at 6 am if you've spent the past month sleeping at 3 am and waking up at noon
- you can use a planner (I know everyone's saying their 2020 planner was a waste of money) or just a calendar app

9. Swimsuit
- for going to the pool, beach, or just sunbathing in your backyard
- I love one-piece bathing suits because I think they're classy, timeless, and modest,

but bikinis are also super cute

(Both pictured from Italian brand Calzedonia)

10. Swimsuit cover-up
- self explanatory
- can be a casual dress/shirt that you don't mind getting wet

- or a wrap

- or some waterproof shorts that you wear over your suit