Current Favorites: Stars, Stripes & Sweet Treats

It’s officially red, white, and blue season over here, so I rounded up some of my current favorites that bring a little bit of everything to summer. There’s makeup, snacks, Disney finds, fun accessories, and all kinds of patriotic-inspired picks I’ve been loving lately. Consider this your excuse to fully lean into the red, white, and blue fun this season. And if you end up trying any of these favorites, I definitely want to see your photos!

First up- Patriotic Sprinkles

Everyone knows I love sprinkles, and this brand is especially fun because they sell huge seasonal containers. This one comes with 2.2 pounds of red, white, and blue jimmies, which is absolutely perfect for summer treats.

I personally prefer classic jimmies over mixes filled with candy balls and rods because they are easier to decorate with and actually taste better too. These work perfectly on ice cream, cupcakes, cakes, cookies, caramel apples, and pretty much any patriotic dessert you can think of. I especially love having the larger container because it makes decorating full cakes or covering caramel apples so much easier without worrying about running out halfway through.

Let’s decorate the easy way…

Want a little secret? If you’d rather grab cupcakes from a local bakery or grocery store instead of baking them yourself, these are such a fun way to make them your own. These edible paper toppers feature patriotic butterflies and flags, and they instantly dress up plain cupcakes for summer parties and holidays. Just pop them on top and suddenly they look way more summer-ready.

The ultimate summer candy

Taffy and summer boardwalks basically go hand in hand, so this red, white, and blue mix immediately feels like summer to me. I’ve always been a saltwater taffy fan, and this one works for both kids and adults at pool parties, neighborhood get-togethers, movie nights, or snack tables throughout the season. Plus, taffy is one of those candies you actually get to enjoy for a while since it takes a little longer to chew instead of disappearing in two seconds.

Did you know they had sugar-free Bomb Pops?

If you’re trying to cut back on sugar a little this season, I have to mention this gem. They now make sugar-free Bomb Pops, and as someone fully obsessed with Bomb Pops, I stocked up on these. They still have that classic red, white, and blue flavor combo and make such a light, refreshing treat after dinner, during a hot afternoon, or while floating around in a pool tube trying to survive the Florida heat.

The Oreo folks are always busy

Oh boy, do I love a good limited-edition Oreo, and these Firecracker Pop Oreos are genuinely so good. They start with Golden Oreo cookies and a red, white, and blue crème filling that tastes like cherry, blue raspberry, and lemon all mixed together. They somehow manage to taste exactly like summer candy without being too much. Needless to say, you’ll definitely be seeing these show up in quite a few desserts on my page very soon.

A little seasonal makeup

For the makeup side of things, I love a good cherry lip gloss during summer. It gives that shiny cherry ice pop look without feeling too bold or overdone. Bright, glossy, and very summer-ready. Then of course I had to include the red and blue lip glosses below because they just feel perfectly on brand for the summer season.

Having a pool party?

These are a few small but really fun additions for a summer pool party setup. There’s a popsicle banner that would look so cute hanging over a snack table, patio door, or drink station. Then there’s the matching popsicle pool float, which really makes the whole backyard feel more summery. And for a little excitement, this pool pong float looks so incredibly fun.. Summer days will most certainly not be boring.

Dressing up for the occasion

If there’s one thing I love, it’s seasonal clothes. I’m definitely not the designer, super-fancy fashion person either. Give me comfortable, fun, seasonal pieces that actually feel wearable all summer long. Everything below adds a little extra red, white, and blue fun without feeling over-the-top, and they work for everything from theme parks to fireworks nights to casual summer weekends.

“It is called ‘A Salute to All Nations, But Mostly America.'” – Sam the Eagle

Disney loves a good theme almost as much as I do, and their vintage Americana style this year is the best. The Minnie ears and matching towel were my first picks. Then there’s Sam Eagle, who becomes the unofficial Disney mascot of summer every single year. The sarcasm, the patriotic chaos, the merch… it gets me every time. Straight into the cart immediately.

I hope you loved this roundup! Stay tuned for more themed favorites, fun finds, and seasonal picks coming soon.