As the quintessential summer activity, the picnic is a fun, casual way to spend time with friends and family. To help you get ready for your most stylish summer yet, we sourced some picnic-perfect pieces we know you’ll love.
They may be casual affairs, but that doesn’t mean you should let fashion take a back seat the next time you eat outdoors. Check out our top picks for chic and comfortable pieces perfect for a picnic. Bon appetit!
Beach blanket bingo
Every proper picnic starts with a blanket, and we love this gorgeous green one with a handy leather carrier (forzieri.com, $240). We promise: Your basket of goodies will look lovely spread out over this rustic yet charming blanket.
Picnic-inspired purse
Tote the treats you don’t feel like sharing in this adorable Kate Spade purse that’s reminiscent of a classic picnic basket (katespade.com, $428). It features a flap with a turnlock closure and is crafted from structured wicker and lush green leather with a bold checkered interior.
The perfect picnic dress
If ever a dress were made for a picnic, it’s this fun and flirty gingham frock featuring bold blue and white checks (asos.com, $86). We love the sweetheart neckline, flattering high fitted waist and cute cut-outs.
Red and white is all right
Steal the show in this short and sassy red and white polka dot skirt (modcloth.com, $35). The red and white pattern is another picnic-perfect find, and we love the high waist and A-line look. Pair with a short-sleeve white blouse and strappy sandals for your day at the park.
Basket charm
We were instantly enamored by this adorable picnic basket charm in sterling silver (bluenile.com, $71). Add it to a bracelet or attach it to a necklace for playful, picnic-inspired charm.
Cut-out sandals
Being outdoors is all about being comfortably stylish, which is what drew us to these cute cut-out gladiator sandals (madewell.com, $210). Covered in cool graphic cut-outs, these flat sandals are both functional and fashionable — ideal with anything from a maxi dress to denim cutoffs.
Bathing beauty
For a picnic near a body of water, we suggest diving in wearing this ultra-cute retro-inspired (and picnic-perfect) blue gingham one-piece (anthropologie.com, $168). The flattering suit features ruching in strategic areas (e.g. where you might want slimming) and an elegant feminine silhouette.
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