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Style 24-7: Labor Day BBQ Style

Hit up this weekend's BBQ bash sporting these fly finds.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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#1: White Dress

Gone are the rules of wearing white after Labor Day. This care-free style will keep you fresh and cool at the BBQ when things get hot, but can also transition into fall with a chic belt and cardigan.

Sleeveless cross back dress, The Webster at Target, $28, target.com.

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#2: Chic Visor

It’s the end of summer and if you’ve had more sun than you could stand – throw on a cool visor for some shade.

 Patent leather visor, ASOS, $11, asos.com.

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#3: Espadrilles

Looking for a lift? These stacked espadrilles will leave you standing tall without burying your feet in the grass.

“Youdig” metallic espadrilles, Nine West, $30, ninewest.com.

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#4: Leather Shorts

A fab alternative to the black leather pair you already own.

Leather shorts, T By Alexander, $142, lagarconne.com.

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#5: Fab Flats

Go out with a bang this summer in a fly pair of sandals that will draw all eyes on you.

Knee-high gladiator sandals, Christian Louboutin, price available upon request, netaporter.com.

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#6: Stylish Shoulder Bag

Throw on a chic cross-over bag and keep your hands free for volleyball or a game of cards.

Legacy shoulder purse, Coach, $198, coach.com.

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#7: American Pride Piece

Celebrate the day in a patriotic piece – a cool crop top emblazoned with the American flag.

Crop top, Topshop, $24, topshop.com.

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#8: Eye-Catching Shades

A fashionista essential – oversized sun blockers.

Oversized sunglasses, Marc by Marc Jacobs, $98, marcjacobs.com.

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#9: Swimsuit

For a pool party or beach bondfire moment slide on a sexy swimsuit that can also work double duty as a one-shoulder top when paired with retro hi-waist shorts.

Ruched one-shoulder swimsuit, J.Crew, $118, jcrew.com.

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#10: Gold Hoop Earrings

Too hot to pile on accessories? Gold hoop earrings are the only thing you need to instantly elevate your look.

Hoop earrings, H&M, $5, hm.com.

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