It Girl Summer Essentials

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It Girl Summer Essentials

Summer is coming and we all want to know how to live out our best “it girl” summer. While there are plenty of summer trends out there, the it girl knows exactly what to wear and how to wear it. She’s got a cool girl vibe, that exudes confidence and is ready to be noticed. While she’s living her life to the fullest, she remains humble, kind and intent on making the world a better place.

I’ve rounded up all of my favorite it girl summer essentials to live your best summer ever.

It Girl Summer Essentials

1. Glowy Skin

Makeup has taken a turn this year and glowy skin is the newest trend. The idea is to look fresh and dewy, and not overly madeup with foundation. There are several ways to achieve this look. First and foremost, is a good skincare routine. You’ll want to make sure to exfoliate your skin routinely to slough off all those dead skin cells. Your serums and moisturizers will penetrate your skin much better and be more effective on exfoliated skin.

The second way to get glowy skin is with makeup. You can use a primer under your makeup to get the look, mix some dew or bronze drops with your foundation, or use a liquid highlighter. You can use any combination of these techniques or all of them. Personally, I’ve been using bronze drops under tinted hydrator (no foundation) and then a liquid highlighter on top of that. Have fun playing around with your products until you find the combination that works for you.

2. Bronzed Skin

We all love a good glow and this summer will be all about getting that glow, and not just for your face. Body bronzers have become a common way to get that “just back from vacation” look. These sun-kissed creams (and oils) are meant to give a natural looking, luminous sheen and usually smell like a tropical vacation.

3. Hair Accessories

Hair accessories are a huge trend right now so it’s no surprise they’ve made my it girl summer essentials list. You’ll be seeing everything from rhinestones, to pearls, to beaded hair pieces. Pony tails are also getting an upgrade with embellished hair ties and jumbo scrunchies.

4. Face Jewels

Not only are we seeing hair jewels trending, but face jewels are also becoming more and more popular. Where as we used to see face gems and glitter mostly worn at festivals, it seems to be becoming a part of everyday makeup at the moment. Personally, I love all the jewel trends and I am excited to see more of it this summer.

5. Organic and Natural Beauty

Another thing we’ll be adding to our it girl summer essentials list is all the organic and natural beauty products. Our skin is our body’s largest organ and the ingredients we put on it matter. This summer we’re celebrating skincare that’s free from toxins. and good for our skin.

6. Knits and Crochet

This summer is all about knitwear and crochet. We’ve seen it on the runway and now we’re seeing it styled on the streets. From super sheer knitwear to crochet crop tops, it’s all part of this summer’s wardrobe.

7. Low Rise Jeans

Just like everything else from the nineties, low rise jeans are having their moment. These throwback jeans are back - and the baggier the better. Love them or hate them, low rise jeans are here and it doesn’t look like they’re leaving the fashion world anytime soon. If summers are cool enough where you live, then low rise jeans are a must. I’ve put together some of my favorites below.

8. Puffy Sandals

The puffy sandals trend continues into summer 2023 and I am so here for it. A sandal where chic meets comfort is always a win. With plenty of color and style options, puffy sandals with be a summer essential for your closet.

9. Straw Handbags

Straw handbags have always been a summer go to, but this summer they will be an integral part of the it girl summer essentials. You can snag a chic straw bag from dozens of brands, but my absolute favorite straw handbags are by Loewe.

10. Healthy Routine

Last but not least, is the it girl’s healthy routine. We’ve all scrolled past the beautiful morning routine videos swirling around Instagram. The ones where morning or evening routines are totally romanticized and make you want an aesthetic routine of your own. Well, a healthy routine is the ultimate it girl summer essential. The it girl is all about self care, and aside from looking her best, she wants to feel her best. This summer, we’ll be seeing an emphasis on health from the inside out, both mentally and physically. Things like gut health, collagen, sleep syncing and micro workouts will all be buzz words in summer 2023.

I’m so ready to head into summer, as I’m sure most of you are. I hope you’ve found this post helpful as you prep for all your summer plans. Let me know which of these it girl summer essentials are your favorite and which ones you’ll be adding to your summer list. Share them with me in the comments! XOXO

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