Our Spring is a short affair and so we are in full summer mode around here. We are lucky to have an extra long summer. It brings with it fabulous thunderstorms that provide some mesmerizing skylight shows! It also brings tons of BBQs and backyard parties that have already sprung everywhere and I am getting ready to host my first one. I am very excited about it! It is going to be a cool summer affair. Time to bring out my Summer Party Essentials.
Summer Party Essentials
The joy of a cool summer party is that not much preparation is needed to have an amazing chill time. That said, there are some party essentials that need to fall into place for us to have the best summer party on the fly.
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Corn:
Nothing screams summer like grilled corn! We suggest you doctor up your corn with this easy recipe for an explosion of flavors that go well with every summer themed party
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Sunscreen and bug spray:
Have sunscreen and bug spray at hand for your guests and place it where it will remind everyone to reapply and keep protected.
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Keeping cool:
Meaning not only in the cool party state of mind but also, keeping refreshed with delicious Outshine Fruit bars!
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Playlist
Put on your favorite summer playlist! For my first summer soiree I am going for a cool lounge set, how about you?
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Plan B
Because of those summer t-storms, we need to have plan B in place. Ours is throwing cushions in our TV room and getting comfortable for some movie binge watching.
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Sunglasses and straw hats:
Get playful while you protect your eyes! I love inviting guests to strut summer style out or their regular styles with heart or flower shaped sunglasses. Do the same with hats. The wider the brim the better the look, I say.
And if water is involved, well then
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Floaties!
Because everyone can do with a lazy relaxing time on a floater with a fruit bar made with real fruit and no GMOs on one hand and the other dipped in the water, don’t you agree? We love our Coconut Outshine Bars topped with our special spice kick mix.
Spiced Up Fruit Bar Recipe
You will delight and keep everyone cool with this fabulous recipe that makes Outshine Fruit Bars essential all summer long. Here is the quick easy recipe for you:
Find your favorite flavor and where to buy Outshine Fruit and Yogurt bars here. For other amazing ideas and great inspiration, visit this link and get your summer on!
What are a few of your summer essential?
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Robin rue says
Those fruit bars sound so good. My kids would definitely love them.
Ashvin Nankoo says
It suppose to be summer in the UK and I am yet to see the sun. It has been cloudy for the past two weeks! Hopefully it will improve next month and then pool party with the spiced up fruit bar! Love the recipe too!
Amber Myers says
How fun! I love summer parties–and these bars are SO good. We have them often. I’ll try your recipe.
Jenn JG says
Love me some Grilled Corn and Summer! Great Tips especially for me being in South Florida. Thanks for sharing
Erica says
I’m so glad that you mentioned the bug spray. That is normally the reason I leave a party early, if I’m getting bitten up by mosquitoes. I always forget to bring it and most often people don’t even have it in their house when I ask. The Citronella candles aren’t enough! Mosquitoes swarm me!
Jessica Taylor says
Plan Bs are crucial in our house. Nothing ever goes as planned unfortunately. I love this list from start to finish.
Sondra Barker says
I am on board for those fruit bars, they look delicious! I am going to take all your suggestions for my next summer function. Also, I did not think of having a plan B! Great post :)!
sincerelyophelia says
Awesome essentials! I’m gonna use these and get my party ready!
XOXO
Lisa Peele @ Wonderling says
Lovely ideas! Your statements about a ‘Plan B’ are so important. We have planned many a summer party, when the weather has taken an unfortunate turn. The ice lollies look great!
Pammy says
I am really excited for summer and I am definitely making those for my nephews!
Jay Colby says
Those fruit bars sound so good. Love the recipe too!
Rebecca Swenor says
These are awesome summer party essentials and tips. I love the idea of making these Spiced Up Fruit Bars which I would have never thought of for making. Thanks for sharing the essentials and the recipes.
Elizabeth O. says
I believe in the power of a good playlist. I think it’s awesome that you’re sharing all of these tips! It’s always nice to be able to host a summer party!
Fatima Torres says
Fruit popsicles are A MUST for the summer. We always pick them up whenever summer hits. They’re a great alternative to ice cream.
Anjanette Young says
These are all great Summer Party Tips Taty! I am going to add it to this Sundays Linky Party!
Melissa Jellie says
What a cool recipe! I’ll have to try it.
And Yes! Sunscreen is so important!
Cynthia Nicoletti says
I can’t wait for the pool time and beach time. Great tips.
Tiara Wilson says
Oh yes! I am so excited for summer. Summer is NOT summer fun without those fruit bars. I love the lime and the mango fruit bars the best. I also do not think it’s summmer unless you have some WATERMELON! 😉
Emma white says
Iam going to save this post, i will be having plenty of get togethers over the summer so this post is very helpful to me!