You all, I LOVE the fourth of July! It's probably my favorite holiday... even more than Christmas! It doesn't hurt that it's only 4 days after my birthday, so it usually makes for a whole weekend of celebrating with all my favorite people! With cookouts, fireworks, s'mores, sparklers... it's basically the epitome of summer. What's not to love?!

I also love holidays that give me a reason to dress in theme! You probably don't know that about me, because I challenge myself on doing it as subtly as possible ;) It's like a little game I play for myself! In case you want to join in on the fun, I pulled together some of my favorite pieces in stores now that are the perfect mix of stylish and spirited! The best part is they're all under $50 and the cheapest items are on sale for only $14!

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1. How. stinking. cute. is. this. denim romper?!?!?! I'm somewhat obsessed. The bow on the top and the little ruffle around the hem... adorable. - Target, $22.99

2. This embroidered dress is so cute and looks like it would be so comfortable. Plus I love those little tassels! - Old Navy, originally $36.94, $18 with code "sunshine"

3. I have really gotten into the off the shoulder trend lately, and this red, white, and blue stripe top is perfect for the holiday! I love finding items that are patriotic colors, but subtle enough that you could wear them all summer. This one fits the bill perfectly! - Gap, originally $39.95, on sale for $31.99

4. I personally own these boyfriend shorts and have not been able to stop wearing them. They are just distressed enough to feel trendy but not too destroyed that you can't still dress them up! - Old Navy, $24.94, $14.40 with code "sunshine"

5. I am CRAZY about this tomato red color right now, and this one-shoulder tank is so bright and fun! I love the bow detail and I'm guessing it has got to be cool with as flowy it is. - Gap, originally $49.95, $34.99 on sale

6. This is another one of those pieces that can be SO patriotic if you try, but then not at all if you pair it with something else. I can see striped shorts being adorable with a white top and a denim jacket! - Loft, originally $49.50, $29.70 with code "flash"

7. Off the shoulder AND a romper? That's like the summary of summer 2017. - Target, $24.99

8. First of all, y'all need to go into a store and feel this dress. It's the softest t-shirt material ever. But also, it comes in this navy color and in a bright red, and I love the tie-dye-esc stripes. So fun and easy for summer! - Old Navy, originally $29.94, $14.40 with code "sunshine"

Hope you all have a safe and festive 4th of July this year!