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Chic Busy Mom: Summer Fun

The blogger and fab mom-on-the-go shares the ten items she just can't live without.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 27, 2020
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#1: Easy Breezy Dresses

“I love easy breezy dresses that I can just throw on like this.”

Silk and cashmere maxi dress, Banjo & Matilda, $290, netaporter.com.

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#2: Easy Sandals

“I can walk for miles in these and they don’t hurt my feet. It’s also a little nicer than a flip flop so I always look pulled together.””
 

“Archer” snake print thong sandals, DV by Dolce Vita, $46, zappos.com.

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#3: Crossbody Bag

“I like this one for my essentials: wallet, phone, keys, hand cream and lip gloss.”

“Cheslea” satchel, The Cambridge Satchel Collection, $180, cambridgesatchel.com.

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#4: White Jeans

“I always travel with a pair even when I’m with the kids. I always pack two pair when going away because I’m a spiller. At this price is not big deal.”

Skinny jeans, Old Navy, $35, oldnavy.com.

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#5: Statement Jewels

“I’m a big accessories person but when I’m traipsing about with the kids on weekends I like no fuss jewelry. Most of my weekend stuff is from Baublebar. I like studs with a little sparkle like these,” Chic Busy Mom tells ESSENCE.com.

Silver pave stud earrings, Bauble Bar, $22, baublebar.com.

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#6: Sassy Sneakers

“I’m not a big sneaker girl but if I’m doing a lot of walking around I go for a chic Dunk Wedge –– always,” she tells us. “I have these red canvas babies and they are the perfect pop of color for my outfit but definitely give my feet relief when we have a lot of ground to cover.”

“Dunk Sky Hi” printed wedge sneakers, NIKE, $125, nike.com.

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#7: Hot Hat

“I love a good hat, I’m a hat girl actually. I have this one and I love it.”

Woven trilby, ASOS, $30, asos.com.

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#8: Tote Bag

“This bag can take a licking and keep going. Its deep enough to hold a blanket, beach toys, repellent, sunscreen and bathing suits and it also holds it’s shape well in the trunk and on the sand.”

Boat and Tote bag, L.L. Bean, $39, llbean.com.

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#9: Sunglasses

“I’m famous for losing my sunglasses but I like these from Warby Parker for a few reasons,” she explains. “They have a bit of weight to them so I always know where they are in my bag, but they’re not too heavy where they way down my face. I also like the company because they donate a pair of glasses to someone in need for every pair that you buy.”

“Everett” sunglasses in midnight blue, Warby Parker, $95, warbyparker.com.

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#10: Beach Cover-Up

“I received this one as a gift and I just love it. You can also transition it into day wear with a slip.”

Laced caftan, Missoni, $275, nordstrom.com.

Keep up with the blogger at chicbusymom.com and follow her on Instagram and Twitter @chicbusymom.

Chic Busy Mom: Summer Fun