May always feels like the unofficial start of summer planning. The calendar begins to shift as school routines wind down, and suddenly, the months ahead start filling with travel, pool days, holiday weekends, camps, and the kind of spontaneous plans that make summer so much fun. Even when the season feels lighter and more carefree, a little preparation goes a long way in making those moments easier to enjoy.
For our What We…: Summer Prep Edition, let’s talk about what we’re doing to keep things organized at home, what we’re buying for Memorial Day fun, and what we’re keeping stocked in our pool bags.
What We’re Doing to Keep Things Organized at Home
During the summer months, no two weeks seem to look the same. In an effort to stay one step ahead of the chaos, we grabbed these dry erase calendars and markers to map out the month ahead. Keeping the calendar in a visible spot (we love the idea of a cute kitchen pinboard moment, like this one or this one) helps everyone know what to expect. This elevated glass dry erase board is another helpful addition for sharing weekly meal plans, reminders, and sweet last-minute notes.
We’re also big believers that summer runs more smoothly when everything has a home. Cute scalloped baskets for sunscreen, goggles, and pool toys? Yes, please. A dedicated spot for shoes, a simple rack by the door for hats and bags, or grab-and-go bins for camp essentials can make the day-to-day feel far less chaotic, especially when everyone is heading in different directions.
What We’re Buying for Memorial Day Fun
Here’s what we’re grabbing for Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial kickoff to summer. Whether your plans include a backyard barbecue, a pool day, a beach trip, or simply soaking up the long weekend, these are the pieces helping us step into the season feeling prepared (and cute).
- A black-and-white gingham midi dress that works for every occasion
- A customizable charm necklace from Hart
- A beautiful raffia bag to take you from day to night
- Mesh sneakers to keep your feet cool and comfy
- This versatile coral necklace from Jennifer Behr is truly a forever piece
- A striped linen set from Buru: the cutest swing top and wide leg trousers
- The do-everything pants, from cookouts and sports games to travel days and everything in between
- The most flattering swimsuit and effortless cover-up from Summersalt
What We’re Keeping Stocked in Our Pool Bags
Pool days are infinitely better when the bag is already packed. You can’t beat the Original Bogg Bag: It’s washable, indestructible, and built to carry it all. We’re keeping our summer staples ready to grab with oversized beach towels, a coordinating wet bag for swimsuits and damp goggles, Supergoop! sunscreen that actually gets used, reusable water bottles, and a few easy snacks for inevitable post-swim hunger. Bonus points for kid-friendly goggles that don’t leak and a cute pouch for corralling the tiny essentials that somehow always disappear to the bottom of the bag.
Click here for the full collection of the items linked above. Here’s to a summer that feels a little more organized, a lot more fun, and full of the moments that make the season so special!
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