4 Cute Outfit Ideas for the Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is just over a week away, and that means it’s time to start deciding what to wear to commemorate America’s birthday.
You don’t need to wear a flag shirt to celebrate this patriotic holiday. Instead, take a more fashionable approach and put together some clever outfits of your own. Try mixing different shades of red, white, and blue, plus neutrals and metallics, and adding fun details like stars and stripes for a look that’s all you.
If you’re having trouble deciding on an ensemble, we’ve put together four outfits that are perfect for July 4th: two day looks and two night looks, all incorporating red, white, and blue.
Outfit 1: Daytime – Casual Beach Day
Product Information: Tank, Shorts, Beach Tote, Sandals, Statue of Liberty Bangle
This look is super laid back – perfect for spending the day at the beach (and maybe setting off some fireworks). To create this outfit, grab a navy blue tank and trendy patriotic shorts. Accessorize with simple sandals and a striped beach bag for a coordinated look. Finish with a bangle featuring everyone’s favorite American symbol, the Statue of Liberty.
Outfit 2: Daytime – Backyard BBQ
Product Information: Shirt, Shorts, Shoes, Bracelets
This second look is another example of a cute, laid-back outfit that’s perfect for daytime – it would be perfect for a backyard barbecue with the family. To start, find a striped tee, tie it in a knot, and pair it with some jean shorts (patriotic pockets optional). Next, find some canvas sneakers (preferably in red, white, or blue) and layer on some star bracelets. Voila! You are ready to celebrate in style!
Outfit 3: Night Out – Modern
Product Information: Bag, Eagle Ring, Tee, Necklace, Loafers, Jeans
This trendy outfit is sleek and modern – perfect for a night out on the town to celebrate the 4th! Start with of-the-moment red skinny jeans, a slouchy white tee shirt, and studded blue loafers. You’ll sparkle like the fireworks when you add a silver statement necklace, a metallic cross-body bag, and a cool ring in the shape of another American symbol – the eagle.
Outfit 4: Night Out – Classic
Fourth of July Outfit by collegefashion featuring party heels
Product Information: Dress, Heels, Bag, Earrings, Captain America Bangle
This final look is a classic – and classy – way to wear red, white, and blue, perfect if you’re going to a fancy soiree or out to dinner on the 4th. A red and white striped dress is reminiscent of the flag, yet versatile enough to wear year-round. Bring in some blue with navy platforms, and grab a white cross-body bag to hold your essentials. Finish the look with silver star earrings and an adorable – but subtle - Captain America bangle.
Bonus: 4th of July Makeup!
If you really want to go all out for Independence Day, why stop with your outfit? Here are two 4th of July makeup tutorials to try:
Makeup Look 1:
Makeup Look 2:
Comment Below!
Now that you’ve seen our outfit ideas, we want to hear from you! What are YOUR 4th of July plans? What are you planning to wear? Which outfit is your favorite? Let us know your thoughts in the comments!
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Posted on on June 25, 2012 / Filed Under: Fashion Tips / Tags: 4th of july, America, Colors, fourth of july, Holidays, Outfits, Patriotic, USA
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Ash
Wow! All of these are gorgeous. Independence Day is my favorite holiday and I always love to go all out with my outfit. I think number 3 is the closest to what I’ll be wearing this year – red jeans, a white top and themed accessories – although I’ll probably add heels too!
francie
the first and fourth outfits are flawless, but both the eyemakeup looks are way too costume-y for me… I think sticking to one or two colors, sparingly applied, would look a lot more tasteful and wearable for a family barbecue or casual get-together with friends. (I’m super into an intense eye look, but it’s just the brightness of all three colors at once that comes on strong.) i think tiny, stick-on silver stars would look adorable as well, perhaps in place of the large painted ones in the second video.
also, I WANT THE CAPTAIN AMERICA BRACELET. so cute. great article overall, i love the classic/preppy vibe the first and fourth outfits offer. the others are cute as well, but i’ll be drawing my inspiration from first and fourth. :)
Katy
That dress is really, really cute.
Andrea
Love the outfits, especially #3 and #4 :D
Esther
I LOVE the dress in the last one! I’ll be on the road with friends on the 4th, so I won’t be celebrating, but who knows, I might dress for the occasion anyways.
Alyssa Nicole
The first and second outfit is my favorite, idk why the combination of red, white and blue looks so good on everybody :)
Breanna G.
I looooovvveeed outfit number 4.Sooo qute
Laura
That last dress (the red and white stripes) is gorgeous!
Dani
I’m probably going to a 4th of July Festival in Tempe (AZ).
I LOVE that red and white striped dress!
But I’ll probably end up wearing my navy blue romper with a red and white striped tank underneath! :)
Katelyn
I just love the red striped dress outfit! I am totally going to steal that! Thanks
Sarah
Love all the oufit choices! I have a red/white striped dress that I will be wearing on the 4th with my new favorite blue wedges from Chinese Laundry!
Jaclyn
The 4th outfit is great! Not too costumey. :)
xxx
Brooke Hubbard
Here’s a great and (seemingly) easy DIY way to make your denim shots more spirited for the holiday too: I can”t wait to try it myself!
http://blog.freepeople.com/2012/06/american-flag-shorts-diy/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+freepeoplefeed+%28Free+People+Clothing+Boutique+Blog%29
Phidias
Can you guys do something for Canada Day?? I guess I could just take these outfits and take out the blue…
Liza
I absolutely love the last look, so chic! I did a similar post on my blog with a poolside, urban, and dressy look for the 4th.
Alycia
I love the first one!! it’s fun and casual, and definitely a style i would wear<3
Kel
I love love your tutorials on fashion. The 4th of july eye styles were just awesome!!
Eboney-Sky
I really need to know how to make and outfit for red whit and blue day at school…in 12 years old and right now i have a pair of skinny jeans,grey sparkly converse,and a blue shirt
Help me plz…need it by tommorow