When summer rolls around, I like to have a bag ready to go with my summer essentials. That way if I decide to go on a spur of the moment weekend trip, I’m set! In this bag you want to have just the basics, because who wants to spend all their time getting ready when there’s fun to have?! Take a look at my summer essentials below, and then start putting a bag together of your own! This giveaway is now CLOSED and the winner has been notified. A HUGE thank you to everyone who entered!
Comment below and tell me about your top three vacation essentials for the chance to win! Please note that the actual sandals are not included in the giveaway, the winner will receive a $75 gift card to Vionic where the sandals can be purchased. Must be 18 years or older and a U.S. resident to enter. Giveaway ends June 4, 2014 at 10AM CST.
A good bag: This bag is from Peruvian Connection, which is located in Lincoln Park. It’s a really nice leather bag, and you will get use out of it for seasons to come.
To hold all the essentials (credit cards, ID), cell phone and more, you need a great wristlet. This one from Graphic Image is a great option, it’s leather, and not to mention cute! It comes in some great colors, and can even function as a clutch for a night out.
Everyone needs a comfy pair of shoes, and these Vionic flip flops fit the bill. These give you the support you need and are also versatile, so you don’t have to worry about bringing several different pairs of shoes with you.
When the temperatures rise, makeup doesn’t tend to stick around. That’s why I love this Fixer Spray from Kryolan. This will resist the heat, and keep your makeup where it’s supposed to be!
Everyone needs a little bit of color, and since you’ll want to spend as much time as possible outdoors, a two in one product fits the bill. These water resistant creams from Kryolan are the perfect solution, with 11 shades to choose from, you can add color to your cheeks and pout in an instance.
I can’t emphasize enough the importance of sunscreen. While it might seem like a hassle to reapply, protecting your skin is so worth it. Ling Skincare makes a great product that is light and doesn’t leave your skin with that awful greasy feeling.
MNelson
A knitting project, a good book or FAT magazine and a little stash of treats, just in case.
Cassandra
A versatile sweater, great shoes, and a fashionable straw hat
Alexandra
Hi there, You look beautiful! I saw the shoes and totally fell in love with them, the purse is not that bad either. 🙂 Good Luck to All of us!
Jessica
sunblock because i burn terribly, flip flops because it’s just not a vacation without them, and a bathing suit because i can live on the beach. i can have a blast with those three things alone
Lidia V
I just came back from a mini vacation and found myself looking for my sunglasses. A cell phone to double up as a camera and some hair serum to keep the frizzies away especially in the humidity!!
Glynda Rutledge
lipgloss, sunscreen, and mascara
norma simmons
A good looking durable bag is always a must for me for carrying things that I need to get to right away. I also need my makeup and my facial products. Now that I am much older, I understand how important it is to look my best at all times. I was letting myself go after taking care of my mother for so many years. Now I back in the groove.I also need my phone to check up on my mom and my grands while I am away.
Erica H.
Sunscreen, lip gloss or lip balm w/sunscreen, sun glasses, and comfy sandals 🙂
Teounna
A crossbody bag,sunglasses,capris,and a oversized hat! 🙂
Abby
Certain Dri!!!! You wont sweat from your armpits – I swear by this stuff! Great for summer and its not too expensive. You can get it from Walgreens for $8.49!
Also to pair with the Kryolan fixing spray you HAVE to get blinc eyeliner (liquid or pencil are both AMAZING) These are waterproof, sweat proof, they wont smudge or budge. The pencil truly does stay in the WATERLINE for 6-8 hours. Ive gone swimming with it, to the beach, worn it all day and night! Its a summer must have! http://www.blincinc.com !! Check it out!
Have a great summer and congrats on your baby Corri!
Abby
LOL sorry to recap my 3 must haves is certain dri for the pits lol, blinc liquid eyeliner for the top line for precision and the perfect wing and blinc pencil eyeliner for the waterline for perfect smokey eyes all summer that wont budge or smear!
Cindy
Vionic flip flops, sunglasses and money!!!
Jenny b
I need sunglasses, sunblock. And a goooood book
Lynn
First and most importantly, comfortable sandals to keep me going all day! A great bag to carry sunscreen and touch up makeup on the go. And third, a great sense of adventure….let the fun begin!!!
Chantelle Walker
Cute but comfy shoes, camera, and an adventurous sprit 🙂
Melissa O'Dell
My new vionic flip flops, lots of money to buy the stuff I need being I can only list three. Lol toothbrush
Wehaf
Comfy shoes, sunscreen, and a camera.
Raspy Rivera
My top three vacation essentials are:
1. A great book
2. Polaroid camera (captures the best moments in such a unique way!)
3. An open mind that’s ready to explore anything and everything that comes my way on the journey!
Angela
My 3 vacation essentials are sunscreen, sunglasses and eyeliner.
Alexandria Stratton
my three vacation essentials : im a visual person so a camera, to take loads of photos. A journal to journal all my experiences and of course a fun travel bag and box to keep all my treasures in from my travels.
Millie Holmes
I could use all of those items and be happy but my top three things would be to bring my peace, my love, and yes, the perfect lip gloss!