1) SUNSCREEN
Yes, you read that correctly: SPF 50. I can't help it that I'm ghostly white. Or, at least I was when I first moved here from the east coast. But I'm convinced that my skin has adjusted (if not slightly) to the intense California sun. And it's all because of this little life-saving bottle of stuff.
2) A beach read
Any trashy-ish novel will do. My personal choice is Barefoot, by Elin Hilderbrand. 3 girlfriends in a summer home on the island of Nantucket? Yes please.
3) Sunglasses
I prefer the large and in charge kind that aren't above $5, I can't help it. And I own ones exactly like the pair above. But as long as they shield the sun from your eyes, you're good to go.
4) A (cute) swimsuit
I love that one above (from Target)! But I don't think I need to say much more here. Unless you live in Siberia or something, get yourself one of these.
5) Cocktails
Are these must haves? Probably not. But they definitely can't hurt either. So that's that.
6) Fresh fruit
A definite must. Better yet, get it from a farmer's market! Heaven.
7) Your iPod (or a good mix CD)
Because seriously? What kind of summer would it be without a soundtrack? Exactly.
I just realized how ridiculously cliche I am when it comes to summer necessities. What are ya gonna do?
What are your summer must haves?
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17 comments:
agreed! to all of that!!! :) Even us NORcal girls need that stuff, well, minus the "beach" stuff... we go to the river :)
After reading this article, http://perezhilton.com/2009-07-29-tanning-beds-are-as-dangerous-as-arsenic , I'll be slathering on that 50, too!!!
Would you believe the fact that I still have broken down and bought some adorable white sunglasses? I'm in awe. :) I need some...definitely.
Agreed! Umm I can't think of anything else I need?!
Scratch that. Martini's at Lola's with my cuppycake. Kiiiinda goes in with your cocktails but it's different.
Great summer list!!!
Very nice list! I'll have to check out that book since every thing else on your list seems perfect!
Mmm, this all makes me want to take a trip to the beach...though I don't know how much crutches would do on the sand, haha. I may just have to settle for a good book, sunglasses, and a vicodin (in lieu of cocktail, as my doctor tells me they don't work) on my balcony. Love the list!
agreed! let me know how that book is!!!
from my blog: yes i am! :) i dont mind at all if you tell your friend! i think thats awesome! :)
I need my cell phone so I can text (he he), a good magazine, ipod (right on girl), oh and some yummy food!! I looove your list and you, of course. ;)
pale is the new tan :)
SPF 50 all the way!
BTW... love the "blister" , SO cute!! :)
this is a fabulous summer list. i definitely need to work on that cute bathing suit one. mine are all sorts of mismatching and nonfitting lately, haha.
def sunscreen too.
I'm 100% with you on the must-haves. Too bad I don't live in Cali though! Sunny days, most days of the year, would make me unbelievably happy!
Whoa, weird... just got the email of your comment on my blog while I was on your site. We are probably magically connected because we both love white sunglasses.
I wear mine all year!
I use SPF 70 on my face!!! And that suit is oh-so-flippin' cute!! Love it!
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