July 4th. A day for roasting in the sun and eating hot dogs smothered in relish … a day for sucking on ice pops that will drip down your elbows, and a day to sport things red and white striped, starred, flag-like or a mash up of the three. What was that thing about Independence?
Make sure you pack your bag properly as to impress your buddies at the Williamsburg waterfront, a Greenpoint BBQ and/or a Bushwick rooftop soiree. We strongly suggest you gather the following belongings just to show you really, really care about your country.
When it comes to keeping those frosty PBRs nice and chilled, this inflatable stars and stripes cooler
If your rooftop party is somehow equipped with a pool, then the Patriot Swim Trunks will be more than perfect.
Ladies? Looking to sport something that represents our nation? Slip these American Flag leggings (pictured on left) right over those sexy legs and you may even get a few salutes of your own! If you’re REALLY feeling it, may we suggest these?
If you don’t care enough about our forefathers to get ink on your forearm, you can show some love for America with something a bit less permanent. These 4th of July temporary tattoos
And lastly, if the only way you can feel patriotic is by letting it all hang out, we found this terrible American Flag print romper for her, and a matching banana hammock for him!
Originally published July 4, 2010