[beach essentials]

[Southern Proper hawaiian hat: $28] [Rainbow sandals: $51] [Kiehl's facial fuel: $25]

[Cape Codder Sunglasses: $120] [Banana Boat spray sunscreen] [Ralph Lauren swim trunks: $27.49]

While everyone else is talking about the start of fall, we're laying on the beach enjoying 90+ degree weather on the Carolina shore. Here's our list of beach essentials for your last summer jaunt, and yes, the Southern Proper hat is absolutely necessary. 

A couple notes: No, men do not need their own sunscreen, but it smells good so whatever. We didn't include a t-shirt because it's the beach and you're on vacation. Finally, Ralph Lauren is having a huge sale on swimwear, (up to 70% off!) which can be found here.  

[nordstrom #nsale favorites under $100]

[Topman cardigan: $39.90] [Raen sunglasses: $89.90] [Herschel backpack: $42.90] 

[Vineyard Vines shirt: $65.90] [Sperry boatshoes: $59.90] [Vineyard Vines bowtie: $35.90]
[Dockers chinos: $39.90] [Kiehl's facewash: $20]

Nordstrom's biggest sale of the year, the Anniversary Sale is here. One of the reasons this sale is so great is that it features new fall merchandise ahead of the season, instead of offering things you can't wear for another year like most sales. Above features my favorite finds from the sale, all for under $100. The sale ends August 3rd so don't wait too long to check it out!

Are you planning on buying anything from #nsale? Let us know in the comments.

[morning routine]

[American Crew pomade] [Kiehl's facial fuel] [DenTrek floss picks]

[Ralph Lauren cologne] [Trader Joe's shampoo, conditioner and bodywash] [Philips electric toothbrush] 

Weekday mornings usually consist of the same routine: review the news on my phone in bed, quick shower, five minutes to get ready, rushed breakfast and out the door a couple minutes late. These are my go-to getting ready products for a simple, clean and refreshing start to the day. Bonus: they're all affordable.

The American Crew pomade offers a light hold for your hair without weighing it down or leaving it too slick. Kiehl's facial fuel refreshes your face and has SPF 15, which is ideal for protecting your skin on a daily basis. Surprisingly satisfying to use, DenTrek floss picks work better than regular floss and are easy to use. The Blue edition of the Big Pony Ralph Lauren cologne is subtle, yet sporty and masculine. Trader Joe's shampoo, conditioner and bodywash is made of peppermint and tea tree, which leaves your hair and body feeling incredibly tingly. And finally, the Philips electric toothbrush cleans your mouth so well it practically serves as a replacement for the dentist. Seriously, once you try it, you will never want to go back to a regular toothbrush.