summer solstice

Today is the summer solstice, and I spent the long daylight hours poolside with friends. Before I left, I snapped pictures of my essentials for the day. Unfortunately, I didn't manage to get any shots while lounging around on the deck. 

So you can stare at the sun without hurting your eyes.

China Glaze 'Rich & Famous' nail polish, Maybelline 'Mega Plush' mascara (my absolute favorite), No.7 shine free primer (I wear this without makeup to keep my face from getting oily), Estée Lauder self-tanner, Revlon Lip Butter in 'Strawberry Shortcake', Nivea 'A Kiss Of Shimmer' lip balm, DKNY Be Delicious 'Heart Rio' travel size perfume (full size here).

BP. hat (similar here) and A.J. Morgan sunglasses.

Beach bag was a freebie last year from Sally Beauty, flip flops from Old Navy.

Great beach (or poolside) read: Endless Summer by Jennifer Echols.

It's officially summer in the Northern Hemisphere! Happy summer, beauties.