4th of July & Beyond!

Fireworks, friends, family, food, and patriotic fashion! That’s all you need to celebrate the 4th of July holiday, yet we all inevitably find ourselves rushing around at the last minute in search of a red, white, and blue ensemble. Often, you end up buying that cliche American Flag t-shirt or some variation of an overly patriotic outfit that you'll likely never wear again. Do away with the frumpy tee shirt or over the top outfits, and get inspired by these accessories fit for not only a fashionable Independence Day celebration but also a chic summer wardrobe .

It’s the perfect time to take advantage of this season’s hottest trends including statement eyewear, large hats, cross body bags, the color white, classic summer purses, and many others fashion forward pieces.

P.S. We’ve even found a few designer pieces at prices that make them irresistible.

Here's the list (from left to right, top to bottom):

Thierry Lasry x Henri Bendel Sunglasses, $395 www.henribendel.com

ZigyNY Pauline Pump, $168 www.shopflyjane.com

Borasalino Paper Hat, $136

Michael Kors Gia Quilted Lock Clutch, $550 www.couture.zappos.com

Valentino Garavani Rockstud Sandals, $822 (was $1,175) www.farfetch.com

Missoni Wedge Sandals, $259 (was $471) www.yoox.com

Givenchy Medium Antigona in Blue, $2,435 www.forwardforward.com

Kate Spade New York Cedar Street Harmony Tote, $268 www.neimanmarcus.com

Converse High Top White Chuck Taylor, $50 www.shop.nordstrom.com

Ann Taylor Seaside Sunglasses, $88 www.anntaylor.com