What to Wear for the 4th

Independence Day is right around the corner. And that means parades, barbecues, fireworks and more!! This means you'll also need a great outfit that will keep you feeling comfortable all day long and allow you to enjoy all of the festivities. So, if you're looking for something to wear that's more than a standard flag tee, we've put together a few ideas!

Let's start things off with a maxi dress. Everyone knows that a maxi dress is one of the most comfortable and versatile items to wear!  We've started with our Earn Your Stripes Tank Maxi Dress in Royal Blue (also available in Navy) and added our Petite Bubble Necklace with Earrings. We also added a white cardigan. Even in July it can get a little cool once the sun goes down so it's a good idea to have an extra layer handy. Slip on your favorite pair of flats, sandals, flip flops, or sneakers and you're all set!

For our next outfit we started with our Striped to Perfection Sleeveless Top in Navy/Ivory (also available in Red/Ivory) and added our Bubble Cluster Necklace in Red. We layered our  Ultimate Cami in White under the blouse (it's sheer so you'll definitely want one of those) and once again, we included an extra layer for evening in case it gets a little chilly. Our Double Trouble Jacket in Navy (also available in White) is the perfect solution!

Our next outfit is super simple and also one of my favorite! Our ridiculously popular Chevron Blouse in Navy looks so cute with our Ultimate Cami in Red (also available in Navy and White) layered underneath. Layering is so easy to do an adds an extra pop of color that makes it look like you're wearing an outfit instead of just a shirt and shorts. Our Petite Bubble Necklace with Earrings in Red finishes it all off. 

Another personal favorite is our next outfit. This is a really classy look, but also super comfortable. Our Cross Over Tunic with Hood in Navy (also available in Red) is layered with our Ultimate Cami in Red and our Quatrefoil Textured Leggings in White. I just love how the layers add depth and dimension and the texture on the leggings also adds interest. We kept the jewelry simple with just the Red/Gold Bubble Earrings. A red bracelet or watch would really finish it off nicely.

If you're looking for something ultra simple that you can just throw on and go, this next look is for you. Our Spots and Stripes Blouse in Red is so cute that it hardly needs anything else. It has Navy and White stripes on the pocket and on the back. We added a pair of Teardrop Earrings in Navy/Silver and again, it would be cute with a navy watch or bracelet.

For this next outfit, we decided to embrace the color blocking trend and I think the results turned out to be pretty awesome! Once again we used our Ultimate Cami in Red to layer. These camis are seriously amazing and a definite must-have. We just got these in our shop in 9 different colors so you'll probably need at least one of each. They are the perfect length, have the perfect amount of stretch, and they're so versatile and can be worn with so many different things! Okay, end of shameless plug for the camis (but they are really great and I had to tell you. Because that's what friends do, they look out for each other). 

Back to the outfit. Over the cami is our Favorite Short Sleeve Dolman Top in Royal Blue. We paired it with our Wide Leg Linen Pants in White and added our Stranded Statement Necklace in Red (also available in White and Dazzling Blue). I love how fresh and fabulous this outfit looks! White is totally hot right now. It's so clean and crisp. Word of advice: throw a bleach pen in your purse just in case and you're good to go.

These Polka Dot Denim Skinnies are also new to our shop, available in 4 colors including White/Navy and Navy/White. They. are. so. cute. We are all dying for them! We've styled them in two different outfits here, but the options are endless. Get creative and have fun mixing and matching with different tops and accessories.

Above: Solid Stretch Lace Tank in Red (also available in Royal Blue), Funky Flecks Necklace in White/Silver

Above: Open Knit Polka Dot Sweater White, Ultimate Cami Navy, On the Rocks Statement Necklace Blue, Red, Gold

Okay, this is starting to seem like kind of a long post and it's probably the pictures you're really interested in anyway, right? We had so much fun mixing up all of our red, white, and blue pieces that we came up with a lot of great looks. How about if I just show you the rest without all of the yackity smackity? Sound good?

Above: Lace Crochet Top White, Ultimate Cami Red, Double Delight XL Statement Necklace Dazzling Blue Silver

Above: Fedora Royal Blue, Cropped Crochet Peasant Blouse White, Ultimate Cami Red, American Flag Earrings

And here are just a few more goodies you can mix and match:

Above: 5 Flower Necklace Royal Blue, Patriotic Star Pendant, Chevron Fringe Necklace White/Silver, Lace Head Wrap Red, Chunky Asymmetrical Necklace Royal Blue, Stars and Stripes Stud Earrings, Star Spangled Earrings, Tiny Rose Earring Studs, Aztec Denim Shorts

We want to see what you're wearing this summer. Send us your photos and a brief description of your go-to summer or patriotic outfits. Tell us what makes them great and we'll select 3 of our favorites to win gift cards to our shop. The first place winner will receive a $30 gift card, second place will receive a $20 gift card, and third place will receive a $10 gift card. Send your submissions to michelle@ourworldboutique.com by Thursday, July 3, and we will select a winner on Monday, July 7. Winners will be posted on the blog and notified by e-mail.

We hope you have a happy Independence Day! We hope your holiday is filled with family, friends, great food, good times, and great fashion!