Several weeks ago, while TJ + I were lounging outside in the backyard + the girls were inside taking naps, we decided to blow up our small little kiddie pool, place our outdoor dining chairs in the water, and take in the sun (skinny margarita in hand…).. As we relaxed into our new little slice of paradise, TJ casually threw out the every popular saying, “Find your beach…” and it felt right. 

I think we’re all finding ourselves in a summer season that we didn’t necessarily envision on January 1, 2020 (not that we were really looking that far into the future). Some are facing canceled trips, postponed family reunions, canceled summer traditions, and a summer that just isn’t filled with the same amount of hustle and bustle.. Yet I’ve always been a firm believer that it’s up to us to create our own happiness, find our own beach, and bring your own sunshine to the summer season that’s ahead of us… 

Which is why I was so excited to partner with Banana Republic on their summer campaign of “Bringing your own sunshine” no matter where you are this summer. Whether you’re spending your days in your backyard pool (however big or small it might be), roasting s’mores on your patio, having a backyard movie date night with your significant other, hanging out by your local lake or beach… you can 100% bring that feeling of warmth + happiness to whatever your plans are. Annnnd, it doesn’t hurt to look cute while we’re at it. 

For all things cute + summery, Banana Republic has you covered. I absolutely love this white breezy halter dress. It’s super versatile + perfect for so many different summer activities… toss it on as a coverup over a swimsuit, wear it for a date night or brunch with friends, or a backyard get together with family. I added simple slides + a belt to cinch the waist, but you could also pair it with the ivory utility jacket on a cooler summer evening. 

This sage tie-dye ribbed tank is also such a perfect summer piece… it’s soft, stretchy, and comfortable. You can wear it with cut-offs for a casual summer day with the kiddos, toss it on with these silky olive colored shorts for a get together with friends, and wear it with all those lounge pants we’ve stocked up on over the past several months for a Friday night spent sipping a little vino by the fire. I love it paired with the silky olive high waisted shorts. They have a longer inseam + look super chic with any top. You can easily pair them with a cropped tee, open knit sweater, or fully tucked in blousy top. 

A few other super cute + summery items from Banana Republic include these black and white slides (would look great with the white dress), macrame tote bag, marigold silky dress, and this white twisted camisole. 
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(Outfit Details || Dress (comes in petite sizes, 30% off) | Tank (30% off)| Shorts)

Thank you to Banana Republic for sponsoring this post