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Summer in the South means beach getaways, gingham shirts, crazy humidity, and really good music! Last week we asked for y’all’s help rounding up the best music festivals in the South, so without further ado, let’s get started! We can’t help but think that any of these awesome events would make the perfect break from wedding planning…

Bonnaroo is a four day long music and arts festival taking place on over 700 Acres of Tennessee nature. With over 80,000 happy campers, 150 performances and 10+ stages of music, comedians, Bonnoroo is described as “overwhelming happiness. Hugging a stranger by accident. Bonnaroovian Dancing. An escape into Excitement.” Now that sounds like a blast!

The KISS Country Chili Cookoff holds a special place in my heart. It’s where I started my corporate event planning career, it’s also where my husband rode in a golf cart with Jewel, and where Jessica Simpson wore those famous jeans! Not to mention it’s the South’s largest one day outdoor concert, jam-packed with the best country artists and a Chili Village full of awesome vendors. Also tons of cowboy hats.

In honor of our former editor, Sierra, we couldn’t leave the CMA Music Festival off this list! This four-day country music fest takes place in June in Nashville, Tennessee. Beginning in 1972 as Fan Fair, the event now draws over 400 artists and celebrities who hold autograph sessions and perform in one of the many concerts offered throughout the festival. In 2011, total combined attendance for the four-day event was estimated to have exceeded 250,000 people, and visitors came from 41 different nations, and all 50 states. Whoa!

Taking place in our own Ms. Lara’s hometown, DeLuna Fest is officially America’s original beach party! For three-days, music fans can dance on the sugar white sands of Pensacola Beach, revel in a diverse mix of live beach-friendly bands and musicians, and admire gorgeous Florida’s sunsets. DeLuna Fest celebrates Pensacola’s rich heritage with great music and a big ol’ party!

The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival might have been our most-suggested festival from y’all! The Nola Jazz Fest is a 10-day cultural event where thousands of musicians, cooks and craftspeople welcome nearly 400,000 visitors each year. With 12 stages of “soul-stirring” music from jazz, gospel, Cajun, zydeco, blues, R&B, rock, funk, African, Latin, Caribbean, folk, and much more, the festival is a celebration of many cultures. In 2001, the Festival celebrated Louis Armstrong’s centennial, and the total attendance eclipsed 650,000 attendees, smashing all past records!

Have you been to one of our favorite festivals? Or have a favorite music festival we missed? Let us know! Then put on your favorite Southern song, and let’s enjoy the last few weeks of summer!

marissa Written with love by Marissa
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At the beginning of the summer, Marissa and I had a lengthy discussion about gingham. Which gingham shirt would we choose? Did we like the smaller patterns or larger ones better? Didn’t we think it was the perfect summer fabric? We’re not just obsessed, y’all. We’re kind of advocates of gingham-fication. The happy variation of the checked pattern is one that we all love because it signifies many things that we adore about this season, including warm temperatures (and lighter fabrics), brighter colors, and picnics.

If y’all agree, you’ll definitely love the finds we’ve wrangled up for today’s Summer in the South.

A. You can never go wrong with a light dress during the dog days of summer. How about a gingham print to go with it?

B. We do love a man in a bow tie, but how about a bow tie and matching suspenders? Be still my Southern heart!

C. These treat bags from Shop Sweet Lulu are always handy — perfect as favor bags or for taking cookies with you to work!

D. We’re ribbon fanatics around here. Whether you’re wrapping a bouquet or a present, or even pulling your hair back, these fabric options will look adorable!

E. Give your pearl earrings a break and don these sweet gingham button earrings.

F. Beach, lake, pool or rock quarry, a gingham swimsuit is a must! Bonus points if you don red lipstick like these fab gals.

G. I’ll admit I’m a bit obsessed with these gingham heart picks! Any food will look ten times more appetizing with these on top!

H. We can’t get enough of Emily Ley’s colorful iPhone cases. With so many colors to choose from, the options will sustain you through even the hottest summers.

I. Sometimes the best gingham finds are on the most overlooked objects. I’ll be stocking up on these fun twist ties.

Don’t want the summer to end? Take a look at our past posts!
A Day at the Lake
A Weekend Barbecue
Summer Essentials from A Southern Lady
Beach Getaway Essentials
Summer Escapes
Watermelon Wonder
Peach Fab Finds

nicoleyang Written with love by Nicole
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Every day on my way to the baseball field, I pass an authentic vintage truck with the bed full of baskets of fresh peaches. I’m almost embarrassed to admit it, but I’ve never stopped! BUT that could change soon, because now, a visit is officially on my summer (and #southerndoin) to do list. Nothing could be more appropriate, actually, because August is National Peach Month! Yum – just another reason to love August! In honor of this juicy fruit, we’re rounding up our favorite sweet as a peach finds for you. Keep an eye out for a few more peach-centric posts throughout the month!

A. Keep cool on hot summer night with this Peach Tea dress from ModCloth. This softer shade of Nicole’s favorite color is sure to have you looking sweet.

B. Peachy-colored invitations definitely make for a fun twist on the classic ecru. We love this modern square style.

C. We can’t help but include this Serendipity Romper from our friends at Love Ophelia. Even Emily’s favorite, the former Bachelorette, Ms. Maynard, is a fan!

D. After seeing this shade of Essie on my girl Ashley Brooke, I can’t help but be obsessed with this peach polish called Tart Deco.

E. Poms are one of my favorite easy-peasy decorations for summer soirées!

F. I think adding these adorable stripe straws to sweet tea at a bridal shower or bridesmaids’ luncheon would be the perfect detail to any peach party!

G. This cult classic Georgia Peach blush from Benefit may be my secret weapon for bright summer skin! It gives the ultimate peachy-keen sheen on cheeks without being overpowering!

H. Looking for a unique hostess gift? This waterproof vessel combines the ombre trend with a soft pop of peach color sure to brighten her day!

Have you seen our past posts? You’ll never want the summer to end!
A Day at the Lake
A Weekend Barbecue
Summer Essentials from A Southern Lady
Beach Getaway Essentials
Summer Escapes
Watermelon Wonder

marissa Written with love by Marissa
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  1. avatar Ashley S. reply

    Cute post Marissa! I’m loving peach and coral right now and I’m wearing that color nail polish as I type this! LOVE. :)

  2. avatar Stephanie Creekmur reply

    I am loving peach this summer as well! I love all your peach finds & can’t wait to see the rest! Love these Summer in the South posts! :)

  3. avatar shelby reply

    You better stop by quick! Those are probably the last of the season!!

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