Summer of 2018 trends are not subtle. They're bold. They're extra. They're over the top.
Check out five things everyone will be talking about this summer. Then enter to win your choice of two of them.
Swim floats have become more elaborate every year. For 2018, they are over-the-top grand. Check out this blog post from Blue Gray Gal, showing a variety of giant pool inflatables, including a rainbow unicorn with matching rainbow drink holder, an oyster shell that you can lounge in, and yes, the giant pelican. These inflatables are expensive, but if you can afford the splurge, you'll be the hit of any pool party. Plus, keep reading to see how you can win one of them!
On past summer nights, you might have sat outside with a glass of wine or a gin and tonic. This summer, try something different. Get your alcohol fix from Vodka Martini ice pops. You can make your own, or buy the increasingly popular Slim Chiller ice pops, which come in four flavors, including Cosmopolitan and Lemon Drop. Plus, they're only 100 calories each, so there's no guilt. Made by SkinnyFreezer, these delicious adult treats are available at Costco, BevMo or some liquor stores.
Nike is launching a fanny pack slide that has a zipper pouch on the strap. We applaud the practicality of this sandal, and yet we're not sure if we want to store our money on our foot. It's not clear yet the size of the pouch, so we'll see if it will be enough of a purse substitute. We do know that each of the three colors of the Nike Benassi JDI Fanny Pack cost $50 but are sold out at the Nike Store.
This year, makeup is inspired by two unlikely places: Crayola and Grease. Yes, you can now buy eye shadow, mascara or brushes from the icon of color. It's made for adults but shades are bright and fun, and some of the products even look like Crayola crayons or markers. Buy them here or look below to find out how you can win a $50 Crayola makeup gift pack.
For the 40th anniversary of the movie, Grease, Sola Look is launching an eye shadow palette designed with the Pink Ladies in mind. As of now, the eye shadow is sold out, but we sure hope they restock so we can pretend to go to Rydell High with Rizzo, Marty, Jan and Frenchy.
When you got married, did you ever picture yourself walking down the aisle with a beautiful bouquet made of... pizza? If so, then you're in luck! Villa Italian Kitchen, with locations across the U.S., is giving away a few bouquets and matching boutonnieres made from carefully crafted pizza dough, mozzarella, tomatoes, and pepperoni. Greasy pizza smell included. But you must hurry - the contest for the lucky(?) couple ends on June 15!
*One lucky commenter, Tweeter or Instagrammer will be chosen at random to receive their choice of a Pelican Ride-On Float or a gift pack of Crayola makeup, valued at approximately $50. Giveaway is open through July 4th, 2018 to U.S. residents at least 18 years of age. Entrants must be a member of SheSpeaks. If you are not a member, click here to join. Winner will be notified by email.
Update: Thanks to all who entered! Congrats to our winner, SheSpeaks member Poonam1421.
I'll be working but still going to the beach on the weekend and enjoying the outdoors as much as I can.
So, I rarely take time off for leisure since I tend to be a workaholic and my summers, in the past, have always slipped by without much notice from me. This past year, though, was a tough one for me. I tragically lost 2 close family members and my mom (who lives over an hour away) has been having one surgery after another. This summer, I'm going to start using up my sick time and my vacation time, spending more time with my mom by her beautiful built-in pool and I'm going to relax! Its ME time!!!
I am going to the beach and relaxing on my days off. Also spending time with my grandchildren at the pool. I have a ton of events to attend this summer and in the middle of planning a wedding. Also, bbq'ing!!!!
I work all summer boo!
Working and taking care of all my rescue animals!
I'm going hiking in the mountains and exploring underground caves!!!
Spending the summer with my two kids, reading and preparing my elementary classroom for fall and then getting ready for teaching a college course in the fall as well!
Cosmo ice pops, yummy. I concoct my own ice pops & frozen treats to try to stay cool.
Going to the beach every day and reading lots of books
reading books
I just got back from a cruise to Cuba. We are camping in our RV at the beach this summer. I love floating in the ocean and our swimming pool.
QqwI am not really having an #overthetopsummer due to health restrictions but my grandchildren are with me and we do as much going as we can afford and my health allows. We have been to a concert, a video game night where they had a semi truck trailer full of different video game consoles, an art day, volunteer work, and more. And in. The plans are the zoo, a Biblical convention, concerts, a play, water parks and more. I'd love to win either of the giveaways!
We go camping and swimming on the weekend with our 2 little boys we love to be out in nature!!
Relaxing at the pool this summer with the kiddos!
We are making slime, eating great food, swimming in the pool and at the lake, and enjoying family and friends.