How to Dress for a Summer Barbecue

Comfort and style will go down well at a summer get-together.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Men's Casual Tops
• Men's Khakis
• Men's Sandals
• Men's Shorts
• Sporty Hats
• Sunglasses
• Wide-brimmed Hats
• Women's Casual Tops
• Women's Sandals
• Women's Shorts

1. Aim for comfort, ease and great style. Call your host or hostess if you need more direction.

2. Look for clothes that are easy to wear and easy to clean: cotton, nylon, blends and silk.

3. Think separates: shorts, skirts, easy shirts and the latest thinking in pants.

4. Wear lively, trendy pieces for summer barbecues, parties and backyard gatherings.

5. Set the mood with bright colors, big patterns and interesting materials.

6. Choose fun summer shoes: flip-flops, tennis shoes, sandals and slides.

7. Take along layering pieces in case the weather suddenly changes: sweatshirts, cotton sweaters, hooded jackets and big shirts.

8. For women, choose versatile twinsets in silk, lightweight wool, French terry and cotton.

9. Take along accessories. Sunglasses, hats and scarves keep the sun off and spice up your outfit.

Tips & Warnings

• Clothes can be fun and functional if you can think outside the box pleats.

[Gourmet2Go]

on 1/11/2009 Great article, thanks

[530shasta]

on 12/14/2008 Good article! I always go with sundresses or capri's for summer bbq's- always a safe choice.

[psaysofavril]

on 7/10/2008 Good tips for how to dress. You might want to check the weather and bring an umbrella, just in case!

[Jonathanw]

on 7/9/2008 I prefer to wear parkas.

[DiscountTickets]

on 7/9/2008 Yes, you should add some pictures.