A FASHIONABLE FOURTH

Friday calls for stars, stripes, and a patriotic color palette. We've tapped our favorite sources and pulled a few outfit inspirations designed to kickstart your look—and help you have your most fashionable Fourth of July yet!

Looking for some fashionable ways to rock the red, white, and blue? Create a fireworks-worthy 4th of July outfit with these tips we've picked up this week from stitchfix:

1. Pledge Allegiance to Patterns

Take a cue from our flag and flaunt stars and stripes (or even polka dots)! From color-blocked styles to classic sailor stripes to actual American-flag-inspired pieces, patterns punch up your look in an instant.

2. Spangle Yourself With Colorful Accessories

Shoes, belts, scarves, bags, and statement necklaces are an easy way to work red, white, and blue into your look. For sparkler-caliber twinkle, add a piece of metallic jewelry.

3. Feel Free to Play With Shades

Red, white, and blue may be the textbook 4th of July colors, but why not expand the spectrum? Turquoise and coral are just as festive, and muted shades are great for a more casual summer style! 

4. Make a Bang With Basics

Classic blue jeans, crisp white cotton, flirty red dresses—these are just a few examples of basics you might already have that make a festive foundation for an Independence Day outfit. Use the tips above to finish your look, and you’ll be 4th-of-July perfect.

For more outfit suggestions and tips, check out our 4th of July Pinterest board!