Now that the summer is here, it's time to break out of those light cardigans and into something festive! With the 4th of July only a few days away, you might want to find something patriotic to wear. So why not watch the fireworks, go to the family barbecue or dash out of town in red, white and blue! When it comes to pulling off a look inspired by our "sweet land of liberty," be sure not to overdo it.


1. Men's Madra Plaid Short Sleeve Shirt ($32.99, gap.com) 2. White Cotton Tailored Shorts $70, topman.com) 3. Adidas "Cambridge" Watch $65, finishline.com) 4. Men's Authentic Original Seasonal Boat Shoe ($85, sperrytopsider.com) 5. Polo Ralph Lauren England Twill Hat ($49.50, macys.com) 6. Men's Classic Tee ($8.50, oldnavy.com) 7. Men's Plaid Front Patchwork Shorts ($29,50, oldnavy.com) 8. Fred Perry "Seymour" Flip Flop ($74.95, nordstrom.com) 9. Carerra "Safari" Sunglasses ($120, bloomingdales.com) 10. Hamlin Crested Rugby ($59.99, rugby.com) 11. Hayley Regular Fit Jeans, ($98, frenchconnection.com) 12. Jump Men's Fierce Sneaker ($80, endless.com)

Stars and stripes are perfect for a 4th of July holiday ensemble however, when pairing the two you shouldn't get carried away or else you might risk looking like a flag and have people saluting you! Instead, pair a nice plaid short or shirt with solid tops and bottoms. Make sure that your shoe selection doesn't dominate your entire look. For instance, if you opt for a red and blue polo -- tone your look down with brown, white or neutral footwear.
1. Balenciaga Arena Tri - Color First Classic Ciel ($1,195, barneys.com), 2. Cow Hide Stud Bracelet ($40, erinbrinie.com), 3. Bebe Bathilda Red Patent Strappy Sandal ($118.83, zappos.com), 4. USA Heart Cropped Sweater ($50, topshop.com), 5. Betsey Johnson Modern Risky ($55, urbanoutfitters.com), 6. High Waist Denim Cuffed Short ($39, ardenb.com), 7. Marc by Marc Jacobs Enamel Disc Earrings (48, saks.com), 8. Marc by Marc Jacobs Flat Gladiator Sandal ($186.30, zappos.com).