Endless Summah
I adore Fall and Winter. I never want to live somewhere I don't get to experience all four seasons. Buuuuut, there's nothing like Summer. While I may be currently cozied up in sweaters and boots, waiting on Spring, it's always Summer in my mind. Because the ocean is my happy place, I find my zen when I channel the beach, sand, sun and surf, no matter how low the mercury dips.
* Summery products keep the vibe going year round: a good beach wave spray, a particular scent my husband has given me on occasion (we all have a fave beachy scent, right?), a sheer wash of pink on lips and cheeks in concert with a bit of bronzer for a vacation inspired glow, as well as FoxSea Universal Oil from head to toe. These products instantly whisk me away to the beach.
* My FoxSea Endless Summer playlist on Spotify helps transport me to sunny days. Some are for-real fav-o-rites, others are fun and funny, campy or cheesy, but all equally summery to me.
* I use an ambient sounds app called Sleep Pillow as well as the Calm app (worth the salty price tag) when I meditate (and when I'm having a hard time falling asleep). There's nothing like the sound of waves, whales and gulls to give me that moment of zen I crave each day.
* My husband knows if he asks me what I want for dinner, on any given day, I'm going to answer, "Summer Salad." He gets annoyed, yet he keeps asking. Bucking seasonal staples for a bright and citrusy salad has the ability to make me incredibly happy. Grapefruit, fresh mozzarella and tomatoes are the perfect combo, over endive, drizzled with olive oil, lemon juice and a generous dusting of sea salt and fresh cracked pepper - it's like biting into sunshine. And if I'm really feeling that Summer vibe, a crisp gin and tonic will send me right over the edge of a dune.
Blast the Beach Boys (or whatever screams beach day to you) and pretend it’s summer all year long.
A version of this originally appeared on Navigate With Style.
