The Fourth of July, one of our favorite holidays, is just around the corner and it’s the perfect excuse to buy a new ensemble in honor of the USA. Whether you’re taking a long weekend or just enjoying the mid-week break, we put together four stylin’ outfits with our Thalia shorts to keep you cool for that hot summer day, with just enough patriotic flair. And although you won’t actually be wearing an American flag (we hope), but an outfit that emulates it, we are proud to say that you’ll be wearing a product that is 100% Made in the USA.

So if you plan on spending your day at the beach or at a friend’s BBQ, pull off a casual yet chic day look with the Thalia short in Zen, a comfy “subtle nod to the flag” star-printed tank, paired with your trusty red TOMS and a floppy straw hat to keep your face safe from a long day in the sun. If you plan on heading to an evening party, pair our Thalia Zen shorts with a loose striped blouse, natural colored wedges and a nautical bracelet by another Made in the U.S.A. brand, Kiel James Patrick.

Our Thalia short in Rustic Pink has just enough dose of red to add a pop of color to any Independence Day outfit. Pair them with a navy blue striped sweater by The Row (Made in the USA), nude gladiator sandals and Shwood sunglasses (Made in the USA) for a sophisticated nautical look. If you plan to spend your evening watching the fireworks under the stars, the peplum top is definitely on trend right now and an easy evening transition with the Rustic Pink short. Grab a pair of blue wedges and a statement necklace to add to the festive look.

Shorts: Thalia Short in Zen (top) and Rustic Pink (bottom)
Top Left: Wildfox tank / Target straw hat / TOMS
Top Right: Rory Beca blouse / Bettye Mueller espadrille / Kiel James Patrick bracelet
Bottom Left: Shwood sunglasses / Pour La Victoire sandals / The Row sweater
Bottom Right: TopShop peplum top / Aldo wedges / T-Shirt necklace by urbancreatures

As we get closer to the 4^th of July and begin to think about barbeques, pool parties and boating, there is one brand that is synonymous with all things sunny and summer – Kiel James Patrick.

Inspired by his passion for finding age-old, quality American made goods in vintage clothing stores, antique shops and friends’ attics, Kiel James Patrick began to create hand-made bracelets and belts, and eventually other clothing goods. What started as just a hobby, Kiel’s passion grew into a business based on sophisticated New England design.

Kiel’s commitment and belief in American made goods shows through in his dedication to support local businesses by ensuring that from the buttons to each individual stitch, event “KJP” product is completely made in the USA. We admire that Kiel’s products are real pieces of craftsmanship.

The New England and preppy style of KJP brings back memories of long summer days on the beach in Cape Cod with friends and Arnold Palmers in hand (and if you haven’t experienced this yet, you should!). Kiel James Patrick products can all be found on his website.