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.
We will be doing lots of reading and hiking.
Traveling a lot this summer since it's our 20th anniversary. Here we come San Deigo and San Antonio!
Investing in fanny pack shoes and some slim chillers! Swimming is on the agenda for summer and a week at the beach, hopefully with more chillers!
We have a cottage north that my family goes to on the weekends, its on a lake and we just enjoy each other's company, cookout and have bonfires at night
My summer so far has consisted of adding on a room for a new hot tub. Getting ready to reside my home and finally going to have a large bonfire party for all our friends ands family.
Going to the pool!
Need a giant pool float!having our family reunion soon, and this would b so much fun in the pool, we use them for games
Pool is being installed in a few weeks!! Relaxing and trying to stay cool for now.
I live at the South Jersey shore for the summer.
We are hav8ng an over the top summer by already going to the beach to camp TWICE. I also plan on fixing up some vintage travel trailers and start building a cabin. I will be BUSY this summer!
I guess you could say my summer is going to be over the top....i broke my jaw the day before my birthday ,which is June 1st. Its going to be a long healing process,with my jaw wired shut for 5 ti 6 more weeks and then extensive dental work afterwards. Ive had to get real creative with how to eat my produce from my CSA . Im also rediscovering old hobbies to keep my mind off the pain and not being able to talk to everyone all the time!
I work at a high school and have the entire summer off. We have an in ground pool, so these prizes are right up my alley. I'll be watching two of my great nephews for a week in July, so again, perfect prizes and perfect timing.
On really hot days - I stay inside
We'll be going to RI for vacation twice where we'll be going to the beach and shopping, plus spending lots of time at the playground and water park and pool while at home
Having all ten of my kids home!