Are you summer-ready?

Summer's all about bold, extravagant hues; vivid florals, neon nails, flouncy hats and vintage bling. Here are 7 random summer essentials to get you started for the season!

#1: BRIGHT LIPSTICK It's the cardinal rule of summer makeup. A lipstick fanatic like me is virtually crippled without bright lips this summer. Say hello to bold pinks, oranges and pretty neutrals, and kiss burgundies and maroons goodbye. And embrace matte lipsticks, like these truly AMAZING matte versions by NYX, for long-lasting and summery colors.

NYX Matte lipstick in Shocking Pink and Sierra, NYX Black Label lipstick in Dusty Rose.
#2: JEWELRY Bold and blingy rings, romantic neckpieces, neon-inspired arm candies, they're here to make the best of summer. Stock up some interesting jewelry and add instant fun to your outfits.

#3: BOLD ACCESSORIES When you tone down your outfits with stripes tees, basic denims and light clothing, raise the fashion quotient with bright bags, glitter pumps and sandals in the most outrageous colors possible.

Sling bag from Faballey

#4: PLAY WITH PRINTS There is no summer without floral prints and polka overdoses. And this summer, while stripes are hot, make the most of the trend and play naughty with prints in every size and shape.

#5: AN AWESOME LIPLINER This would be the most random summer savior. A lipliner works wonders, yes, but an awesome lipliner is the lifesaver, when your lipcolor doesn't stay beyond a meal during summers. Use one and you'd know it's the Holy Grail for great looking lips.

#6: SUNGLASSES A good set of sunglasses to keep those pretty eyes away from the summer glare. An absolute essential. No? Get yourself rose tinted ones or turquoise ones, to notch up the chicness levels.

Is your checklist ready?