Red White & Blue 4th of July Outfit

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Do you have your 4th of July outfit ready to go? If you’re like me, it’ll be a pretty casual affair. You want to show your patriotic side, but don’t want to go too over the top. But if going over-the-top is your style, go for it!

In the post, Style a Striped Midi Dress for Summer Chic, I shared a cute tank dress in red and blue stripes that is a great choice for a casual 4th celebration. The dress is still available and you can see it here: red and blue striped tank dress. Here is how I styled it.

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For my American friends, how do you celebrate the 4th? And for my Canadian readers whose flag is red and white (The Maple Leaf), and my UK friends (also red, white, and blue in the Union Jack flag) how do you dress patriotically? Since we usually have a BBQ and pool party, I just wear the ol’ red, white and blue in the form of denim shorts, a red or white tee, and a red, white and blue scarf. And that works, right?

Red White & Blue 4th of July Outfit

Luckily, on a recent shopping trip to that amazing little designer store we all love (Hint: it starts with a T.), I spotted this darling sheer vest! And how perfect is this? I can wear my usual uniform–mentioned above–and throw this cute vest on and look like I went to a lot of trouble! Yay!

Red, White, & Blue 4th of July Outfit

The vest came in three patterns, all in red, white and blue, and this was the lesser of the flag styles. All of them are super cute, but this one seems the most subtle. Here are the details:

  • Red knee-length vest with sheer construction brings lightweight layering to your wardrobe
  • Elongated hem at the front brings added movement
  • Sheer fabric still lets you show off your ensemble underneath
This is a very lightweight layering piece that you could wear over almost anything. If you like to dress up a bit more, style it over an all-white (or red or navy, too) tank dress. It would look adorable over an eyelet midi-dress, which is a popular look for summer. Even better, you can wear it over your bathing suit for a beach cover! How great is that?
Besides this version with the red background, there are three other fun versions of this vest. Check out these other ways to show your patriotic style this year:
Here are a couple of ways to style one of these cute Americana vests:

Denim Shorts and Tank Top

Red White & Blue 4th of July Outfit

This is the easiest look and it’s perfect for a casual daytime BBQ or picnic. The high rise denim bermuda shorts are so comfy and you can roll the hem to get just the right length.  A long red tank top is another simple piece to style under the vest. Add some espadrille sandals and you are ready to celebrate!
Red White & Blue 4th of July Outfit

Jeans and a White Tee

Red White & Blue 4th of July Outfit

Ah, such an easy way to show your patriotism! This outfit would be perfect for an evening celebration and watching the fireworks. Rolled-cuff jeans with a vintage white tee from Madewell (my current favorite choice for tees!), with sneakers, and you’re all set.
Red White & Blue 4th of July Outfit

White Eyelet Dress

Red White & Blue 4th of July Outfit

Need something just a bit more upscale for your celebration? Style the sheer vest over an eyelet dress. Mine is an older sundress from Old Navy and you can find similar ones here: eyelet midi dress (a bit pricier, but so cute!), a linen-blend maxi with an eyelet hem dress, and this camisole eyelet dress that is the most similar.
Red White & Blue 4th of July Outfit
The red mules? Target, last year. These heeled pumps with pearls are similar, and these low heels with a toe ring are very cute.
Why am I sharing this so early? The 4th o July is just over three weeks away!! But you know how fast these themed items sell out and I wanted to share the info before they are all gone.
So, if you are in the market for a super easy red, white, and blue outfit for the 4th of July, pick up one of these fun vests and you’ll be showing your patriotic duty. Shopping, that is!! Lol!

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