Flag Day is celebrated in June, leading right into perhaps the most patriotic of American holidays, the Fourth of July. In honor of the “season,” let your surroundings reflect your pride in our country. And leading the way is Old Glory. The American flag’s classic stars and stripes are a perennial motif for summertime home goods, accessories, and even food. Here’s how to add some patriotic flair, from just a touch to all-out star-spangled designs. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)
AMERICAN FLAG BEAN BAG TOSS LAWN GAME
Price: $30 | Buy it at Christmas Tree Shops With two target boards and eight bean bags, this game lets everyone get in on the red-white-and blue fun … What’s more American than a little competition at the next family gathering?
INFLATABLE AIR DANCER
Price: $49 | Buy it at Amazon Don’t get too excited by the idea of having one of these 10-foot, used-car-lot-style attractions at a home or business without understanding that the blower is sold separately — and can cost upward of $150. But if you’re expecting a crowd, it’s a friendly, if playful, way to fly the flag.
PATRIOTIC INFLATABLE BUFFET COOLER
Price: $12 | Buy it at Oriental Trading Fill the inflatable vinyl buffet with ice to keep food or drinks cold for your next large outdoor gathering.
WESTERN AMERICAN FLAG COWBOY HAT
Price: $30 | Buy it at The Flag Shirt Studded stars around the brim add flair to this best-selling design. The unisex, one-size-fits-most straw topper features an elastic sweatband for a more comfortable snug fit.
AMERICAN LIFESTYLE FLOWING FLAG TIE
Price: $10 | Buy it at Stein Mart This polyester microfiber accent will turn any business suit into an All-American statement.
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AMERICAN FLAG BEER BONG
Price: $15 | Buy it at Boozin’ Gear Clever or in poor taste? You make the call, but those whose lifestyle includes beer bongs and cheap brews probably won’t overthink this purchase.
AMERICAN FLAG SOCKS
Price: $7 | Buy it at Miles Kimball Have American pride down to your toes? Show it off, then, with these unisex, machine-washable socks designed with “extra comfortable” heels and toes.
PATRIOTIC KITTEN T-SHIRT
Price: $25-$27 | Buy it at Miles Kimball For the America-loving cat lady (or guy) in your life, select this 100 percent cotton top that she’ll wear with pride to the next fireworks display. And be sure to point out its cutest element — glimmering stars in the kitty’s eyes.
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MONOKINI
Price: $59 | Buy it at Venus It’s a good bet that Betsy Ross didn’t have this American Beauty design in mind when she was sewing that first American flag.
AMERICAN EAGLE METALLIC AMERICANA CLASSIC TRUNK
Price: $16 | Buy it at American Eagle Guys can show their American pride from inside out with these red, white, and blue trunks in soft stretch jersey, with metallic foil finish for added flair.
SWIMLINE AMERICANA BEACH BALL
Price: $2.70 | Buy it at SwimOutlet.com Easy to inflate, this 22-inch design is ideal for the next pool party.
JOINT USA CANVAS SNEAKER
Price: $33 | Buy it at Rocket Dog This casual slip-on street sneaker features a cotton canvas upper, soft cotton lining and footbed and rubber sole — and a pretty bold all-American statement.
AMERICAN FLAG BEACH TOWEL
Price: $12 | Buy it at Kohl’s Take the spirit of America to the beach with this generous 34-by-64 inch Turkish cotton beach towel.
RED, WHITE & BLUE POPCORN
Price: $25 I Buy it at UncommonGoods Made by a family of farmers in Indiana, with all-American details down to the design of the classic wooden crate. Pop up a picnic-friendly snack featuring popcorn kernels in three hues. P.S. Did you know the Founding Fathers liked to snack on popcorn?
GRUNGE-AGED FLAG DUVET SET
Price: $100-$130 | Buy it at Wayfair.com Ambesonne’s duvet set makes a bold statement for home decor — it’s the American flag, in black and white. The set, featuring 288-thread count, comes in twin, queen, or king options.
AMERICAN FLAG BEACH BAG
Price: $15.49 | Buy it at BeachStore.com There are two flag-themed designs for this bag, including one with wavy stripes that resemble ocean waves. Whichever you pick, you’ll have a sturdy option with a nautical-inspired rope handle.
AMERICAN FLAG UMBRELLA
Price: $32 | Buy it at The Constitution Store Sturdy in wind and rain and ideal for the golf course, this umbrella opens to a large 64-inch arc and features a vented double canopy, fiberglass shaft, ribs and a wooden handle — plus a pinch-proof opening mechanism and lifetime warranty.
TACHIKARA RED WHITE AND BLUE JUNIOR BASKETBALL
Price: $17.60 | Buy it at Hayneedle.com You say baseball’s the all-American game? Well, mix it up with this patriotic spin on basketball, ideal for kids ages 6 to 8.
AMERICANA STAR
Price: $25 | Buy it at Amazon This 24-inch metal barn star, available in two designs, can be mounted outdoors or hung indoors to add a vintage-inspired, all-American touch to the family room.
STARS & STRIPES DINNER PLATES
Price: $40 | Buy them at Target Set a place for patriotism at your next picnic with a set of six 11-inch “Stars & Stripes” melamine (BPA-free) dinner plates.
PATRIOTIC FLAG TOTE BAGS
Price: $12 | Buy them at Oriental Trading These reusable, non-woven polyester Patriotic Flag Tote Bags come in sets of 12, perfect for party favors as well as for quick grocery trips, or going to the library or the park. And at just less than $1 each, it’s okay to misplace one or two along the way.
AMERICAN FLAG EARRINGS
Price: $12.50-$18.50 | Buy it at Anne Koplik Designs Anne Koplik Designs’ handcrafted-in-America options include enameled, bronze-plated earrings celebrating Old Glory. Choose from leverback, post, or clip design.
AMERICANA GRAPHIC TANK FOR BOYS
Price: $13 | Buy it at Old Navy Support the next generation of American pride with this boys tank that integrates the American flag with a beach design, all in machine-washable soft cotton-blend jersey. Old Navy also offers a wide range of American flag-adorned clothing and accessories for when the whole family is feeling patriotic.
AMERICAN FLAG TIED HEADBAND
Price: $8 | Buy it at Claire’s Wrap up your beach hair in style with this red, white and blue polyester headband.
AMERICAN FLAG SERVING TRAY
Price: $6 | Buy it at Party City Convenient handles let you serve things up with ease at your next backyard barbecue. The plastic tray is 19.5-by-14.5 inches.
TOOTSIE ROLLS USA FLAG MIDGEES
Price: $4.49 | Buy it at Oriental Trading For a sweet spin on patriotism, stock up on Tootsie Roll USA Flag Midgees Chocolate Candy. They come in bags of 70 with themed wrapping.
AMERICAN LATTICE PIE GARDEN FLAG
Price: $19 | Buy it at Wayfair What’s more American than pie, right? This garden flag by Toland Home Garden offers a pie-crust twist on the flag design.
CHILD’S MARCHING DRUM
Price: $30 | Buy it at The Vermont Country Store Yes, we know … suggesting a drum for a child. But won’t they look like a little patriot of olden days with this historically inspired model? We think so.
UNCLE DOODLE
Price: $42 | Buy it at Traditions One look at Uncle Doodle — and you just know he’s all about the red, white, and blue. This 13-inch tall, painted resin figurine by Lori Mitchell is destined to bring a smile to any holiday table or mantel.
AND MOST IMPORTANT — THE ORIGINAL
Price: $15.90 | Buy it at AmericanFlags.com Sure, the flag theme is found on countless goods, as we’ve shown. But there’s something special about flying a real American flag of your own. Follow the traditions, stand proud and select an option such as the 2-by-3 foot nylon American flag, made in America with quality components sourced in America.
