Whether you’re planning a luxury weekend getaway or you’re just planning on lounging by your neighborhood pool, summer is in full swing and it’s time to start thinking about how you can look like a sun goddess.
Poolside glamour and style can be tricky to master and many girls just end up throwing on their bikini and flip flops and heading out the door.
If you’re going to be spending a lot of time poolside this summer and you want to look not just sun-ready but also chic and fabulous, consider these tips:
- Choose a bathing suit with a classic cut and a great fit. We’re loving the high-waist trend right now because not only does it tend to be figure flattering but it’s also a look that feels classically glamorous and beautiful. Regardless of the style of suit you go for, if you don’t choose one with a great fit you’re not going to feel comfortable and when you don’t feel your best you don’t look your best. Really take the time to try suits and look for a fit that works for your body, as this is the first step to conquering poolside style.
- Think about adding a hat to your look. Hairstyles can become really tricky when you’re lounging by the pool. Even if you don’t get your hair wet, sweating can make a style fall flat really fast. Consider a chic and glam hat for your poolside days. We love the wide brim and sun protection offered by many hats that are trendy right now, or you could go for a more modern and streamlined look with a fedora. If you don’t like hats think about doing a headscarf or a headwrap.
- Pair fabulous sunglasses with an eye-catching lip color. You’re not likely to go for a full evening look with your makeup, but if you add one item to your face make sure it’s a great lip color. Choose some cat-eye sunglasses and pair them with a red lip, or do aviators and a punchy pink lip. If you’re worried about your lipstick running in the sun or the water try adding foundation to your lips first and then adding lip color—this has the added bonus of offering extra sun protection for this sensitive part of your face.
- Wedge shoes are a really ideal part of a glamorous poolside style for a couple of reasons—they give you the leg lengthening power and height you’re going to get with heels, but they don’t look too over-the-top when paired with a swimsuit. Choose a wedge with a small or medium heel and one that’s made of natural materials for a great poolside look.
- Choose a caftan carefully. Nothing says effortless glamour quite like a poolside caftan. You can wear it as a cover-up as you walk around at the pool or if you want a little extra coverage you can wear it even while you lounge. Look for beautiful colors and light, airy materials.