Getting ready for a Fourth of July celebration, whether it’s at home with your loved ones or celebrating with a few friends, doesn’t mean you have to reach for an American flag t-shirt or print. Instead, you can express your patriotism and sense of style with a variety of summer-loving looks. Here are a few outfitting options that pair perfectly with hot dogs and fireworks.

Denim is the epitome of laidback summer style. For this year’s July 4th BBQ, you can take inspiration from summer-time films like Dazed and Confused in a vintage t-shirt and cutoffs, or from A League of Their Own and pair a sailor-inspired high-waisted jeans with a red, blue, and white crop top. Instead of blue jeans, you can always opt for white denim with a navy gingham sleeveless button-down and pops of red in your accessories.

Denim can, of course, be on the heavier side, so consider chambray as a stand-in. Shift dresses and jumpsuits in this “jean” like material can be just as breezy as linen but also feel as durable as jeans. If the idea of denim or chambray is just too much for the heat and humidity, you can still incorporate this summer staple in accessories like a denim bag, or headband, or chambray espadrilles.

For a more dressed-up approach to summer, there is seersucker. Whether in separates or a dress, seersucker is another classic summer style staple. If you’re having a fancier affair this holiday weekend, gentlemen, have it easy with a full suit, tie optional. For ladies, an off-the-shoulder dress in seersucker with strappy sandals will see you stylishly through cocktail hour and into the evening. Of course, seersucker isn’t relegated to more formal occasions; you can still wear this material causally; think a Bermuda short with a red t-shirt and white sneakers. Or a seersucker-style swimsuit with a straw bag and headscarf for a party by the pool.

If your July style is leaning toward the romantic, then anything eyelet has you covered (sort of). It is an embroidered fabric, so you’ll want to layer accordingly if wearing a fully eyelet piece. You can forgo an underlayer for those garments that feature an eyelet hem, trim, or yoke. Eyelet in white is classic Americana and pairs simply with linen, denim, or khaki. A swing-style eyelet blouse will bring a fresh breeze to black jean shorts, linen joggers, or standard khakis for your 4th of July picnic.

Depending on the weather, all you may be looking to do is dress to beat the heat. Well, then a breezy little white dress in linen or cotton will do the trick when paired with simple slide sandals and an updo. You can go with an A-line dress, or shift, or even a sleeveless shirtdress. If you like the idea of a dress but are afraid it’ll hinder your mobility, consider a white tennis-style dress. Bring a bit of sporty edge to your style while still being able to run after little ones and play games. Add a patriotic element with a red bandana tied around your wrist, which makes a handy accessory for wiping sweat from your brow or neck.

Homey prints like patchwork, madras, and calico also have a patriotic feel, no matter the color palette, but if you can find prints in red, blue, or white all the better. Even red polka dots or blue stripes give a subtle nod to the holiday. And let’s not forget gingham, another summer go-to.

Regardless of your pattern or palettes, here are some easy combinations to build your July look around. Crisp white shirt, Bermuda shorts, and espadrilles. T-shirt with striped linen pull-on pants and leather sandals. Printed top with white pants and sneakers. And if you’re feeling adventurous, a nautical romper (or jumpsuit) with boat shoes. I’d save that last one if you’ll actually be near the ocean this 4th.

You can accessorize all of these looks with sunhats, sunglasses, and straw bags. Keep jewelry minimal, which is always a good idea in summer, as not to weigh down your outfit or yourself. Hopefully, these outfit combinations will work all summer long, taking your Fourth of July style all the way until Labor Day.