We are chock-full of finds for July. You’ll see things for travel, gardening, poolside and entertaining all right here. Make the most of this heat!
ACCESSORIES
Duffle Bag
This can be used as a weekender duffle bag or a big tote. It seems plain in the picture but is so lovely in person. Put your monogram on it and call it a day. This is the Charlie Duffle by Boulevard, and it retails for $209. www.iloveblvd.com
Belts
These belts from J. McLaughlin make me wish my mother had kept all her beautiful belts from the ’80s. These are beautiful and a great way to accent an outfit. These are called Seashells Belts and are available for $85. www.jmclaughlin.com
Clutch
Even this clutch is light and airy, perfect for summer. This coral cut-out clutch is available at Clodhoppers for $68. www.facebook.com
Road ID
If you are a runner, cyclist or in any way active, Road ID is your peace of mind should anything happen to you. It has your name and contact information. It comes in a bracelet, shoe tag, ankle bracelet or a shoe pouch. Prices start at $17.99. www.roadid.com
Pouches
These aren’t just pouches, they are works of art by local artist Kelly Zellers. They range from $40 to $50 and are sold at the Local shop at Nanz & Kraft. www.nanzandkraft.com
Hats
Love the fedora? Love neon? Don’t really want to commit a whole lot of cash to this look, but think it’s fun for summer? Here is the answer for you at Work the Metal; it’s only $15. workthemetal.com
BEAUTY
Headbands
Ponya Headbands are actually wide headbands that double as sweatbands. They are lined with a bamboo-based material that soaks up sweat. These can be worn by men, women and children and come in plenty of designs and colors. These retail for about $20. Available locally at Fleet Feet Sports, Louisville Tennis Club and Running Soles in Elizabethtown. www.ponyabands.com
Makeup Bags
Traveling this summer? You’ll need a good makeup bag for all your beauty products. This lined makeup bag at Monkee’s of Louisville is good because you can wipe it down inside in case anything spills, and there are tons of cute patterns. These retail for $26, and you can add your monogram for only $10 more. www.monkeesoflouisville.com
Gloves
These cute gloves are actually gardening gloves called Foxgloves, and they have a slim, lightweight fit and feel. According to the description, “Enjoy barehanded sensitivity while keeping hands and nails clean while potting, planting and weeding.” They are waterproof and have a sun protection of 50 SPF. These are available in many colors at Digs for $26. digshomeandgarden.com
BOOKS
This book is a perfect coffee table book or gift for a homesick Kentuckian living in another land. It is simply gorgeous, with stunning photography from Pieter Estersohn. It retails for $60. www.carmichaelsbookstore.com
FASHION
Dress
This dress can be a cover-up, an everyday dress, a tunic or basically anything you want it to be. Called the Charlene Peasant Dress by Johnny Was, it’s an easy throw-on dress for the summer and is sold locally at Clay & Cotton for $185. www.clayandcotton.com
HOME
Candle
These Quintessence candles by Duchess Sandrine of Paris “smell absolutely divine,” according to Lee Robinson. The small candle retails for $59, and they are available in the United States exclusively at The Lee W. Robinson Company and Bergdorf Goodman. www.leewrobinson.com
Prints
These Celtic prints are green ink on paper, and each shows a unique design. Sold separately for $127 at Scout. Buy one or all four; they all make a big impact. scoutonmarket.com
Bowl
This is a beautiful, hammered bowl in copper that would stand alone as a centerpiece on a table or function to hold whatever you desire. This is available at Merridian for $59. www.merridian.com
Cup
Yes, this looks like a red Solo cup. And it is. But this one is made of ceramic, so it should be called a Red Solo REAL cup. It can keep hot liquids hot and cold liquids cold. Available in a sleeve of six for $28 at Cartwheels. www.facebook.com
Pillow
This navy-and-white linen pillow at Barry Wooley Designs would look good on any chair or couch. It is crisp and summery, and it retails for $128. www.barrywooley.com
Get out and make the most of this heat!
