Getting Yourself Ready For Summer *

*This is a collaborative post.

The weather may still be miserable outside but as we head for spring, we start to think about what we are going to do over the summer. One thing you will hear a lot of people say is that they need to get a bikini body or that they need to sort out themselves for summer! If you fall into this category and you want to make sure you are the best version of you for the summer period, here are some things to think about…

Make changes now

If you are planning on making any changes to yourself, now is the time to do so. For example, let’s say you want to get your teeth whitened for the summer, you need to start looking for an award winning dentist now. After all, you do not want to rush your decision and end up going to a dentist with no experience or a bad reputation. Also, you need to make sure you leave enough time for any follow-up appointments if required.

Giving yourself enough time is even more important if you have been considering plastic surgery or something along these lines. We are all more open to cosmetic surgery today, and so more and more women seem to be going down this route. We are not here to tell you what you should and should not do in this regard. However, you certainly need to make sure you give yourself plenty of time to find a reputable surgeon while also making sure that you have enough time to recover before the summer period. 

Invest in style staples 

To truly get ready for summer, you need to pick out style staples. A staple is a garment that is versatile, can be worn for various different occasions, and will be as fashionable five years down the line as it is now. So let’s take a look at three of the best summer style staples you should be looking to get your hands on…

White Jeans

White jeans are a must-have for summer. They look beautiful with a sun-kissed tan. Tie your hair in a loose and ‘messy’ bun and team with a chiffon crop top and an oversized tote for the perfect laid back summer look. Alternatively, team with a pair of skyscraper wedges, a bralet and a slick of vibrant lipstick for electric evening attire. And who’s to say you can’t wear white jeans in winter too? Find a good pair and you will invest in a garment you’ll wear for years to come. 

Oversized Sunglasses 

There are styles of sunglasses that come and go. For instance, the half-frame rounded design is very much in fashion at the moment, but doubt surrounds whether it will be next year. However, if you invest in a pair of oversized sunglasses then you have an accessory that will last you for life. These sunglasses never lose their impact; they are glamorous, eye-catching and have a high fashion edge. What more could you want?

Maxi Dress

And finally, over the past few years, the maxi dress has soared to the top of the summer style rankings. The great thing about this garment is that you can look extremely glamorous yet feel totally comfortable at the same time. When looking for a maxi dress in the summer sales, look for one block colour e.g. black or red or turquoise. Why? This gives you the basis for an array of different looks. A maxi dress can be accessorised in a ton of different ways and thus by keeping the dress uncomplicated you give yourself the chance to wear it again and again and again without people even realising. 

How to take care of your skin

It is important to know how to look after your skin when you are out in the sun. This is, of course, to ensure your skin remains healthy and doesn’t get damaged by the suns rays. So, let’s dig a little bit deeper…

• Drink plenty of water – From skincare to weight loss, to general health; we are often recommended to drink water. It is no coincidence as to why. When it comes to caring for your skin it is important to drink water because it moisturises your skin inside out. 
• Moisturising – Water is highly beneficial, but it is not enough. Moisturising the skin is important because it aids the natural skin process. Make sure you select a moisturiser that applies to your skin type i.e. oily or dry. 
• Avoid the midday sun – The sun is at it’s strongest during the midday hours so it’s best to seek shade. If avoiding the sun is impossible at least make sure you wear sunscreen.  

As you can see, there are a number of different things that you can do in order to make sure you get yourself ready for summer. If you follow all of the advice that has been provided above, you can make sure that you head into summer feeling confident and like you are the best version of yourself.