The Art of Summer Dressing
How to style looks for Summer
Summer is officially here! I’ve been hearing from a lot of my clients how they find dressing for summer a bit tricky. They get stuck putting outfits together and don’t know what to do. I think the reason a lot of us struggle with summer styling is because we have a lot less layers to work with. In the fall/winter we have knits and jackets that make our looks more dynamic.
In the summer we are wearing a lot less clothing. I think the key to summer dressing is first finding your summer style. Do you like to feel refined and polished? Or do you like to be in more light airy fabrics and open knits? Regardless it’s about finding the pieces that make you feel like you but for warm weather. My biggest tip for summer styling is to let your accessories do the heavy lifting for you. Your accessories can be your layers and add so much to your outfits.
Start out with a great base, could be a cute dress, set or even just jeans and a tank. Next add a strong bag. A strong bag will ground your look and add some texture.
Lotus Medium Canvas-Leather Tote Bag By Khaite | Moda Operandi • The Large Origami • Prada Leather Bucket Bag with Belt | Saks Fifth Avenue • Polène | Bag - Cyme - Black Canvas • Melanie Bag Charm • Sisal Basket Black • Collage Created on Zeen
After you have picked out your base and bag you can then think about jewelry. Jewelry can be another layer for you to add to your look. By adding some statement jewelry it will really amp up your outfit.
Exclusive Riviera Petra Tasseled Sterling Silver Necklace By Juju Vera | Moda Operandi • Nautilus Collar | Sophie Buhai• Delphin Clip- On Earrings • Signore Gold-Plated Earrings By Ivi | Moda Operandi • JAMES BEZEL ROUGE PARACORD NECKLACE, GOLD • Collage Created on Zeen
Last but not least throw on an interesting sandal. A pop of color, strong hardware and gorgeous leather will all tie your look together.
AMANU The Cairo Sandals | Shopbop • The Knot Sandal in Red • Lime Plaster • Jamie Haller The Gladiator Sandals | Shopbop • Khaite Boden Studded Leather Flat Sandals • A.EMERY Jalen Slim Sandal in Black | FWRD • Collage Created on Zeen
I wanted to give you guys a couple of outfit examples for summer, using these ideas below. Just a few ways to use your accessories to do the talking for you.
Melanie Bag Charm • Sisal Basket Black • A.EMERY Jalen Slim Sandal in Black | FWRD • The Carpi Tee in Terry • Nautilus Collar | Sophie Buhai • The Zephyra Flare Pants in Terry • JAMES BEZEL ROUGE PARACORD NECKLACE, SILVER • The Large Origami • JAMES BEZEL NOIR ET BLANC PARACORD NECKLACE, SILVER • Knit Cami Dress - White • AMANU The Cairo Sandals | Shopbop • Prada Leather Bucket Bag with Belt | Saks Fifth Avenue • Pointelle-Knit Cotton Tank Top By Leset | Moda Operandi • Exclusive Riviera Petra Tasseled Sterling Silver Necklace By Juju Vera | Moda Operandi • Wildwood Rigid Low-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans By Moussy Vintage | Moda Operandi • Khaite Boden Studded Leather Flat Sandals • Collage Created on Zeen
Happy Summer! Leave a comment or message if this newsletter resonates with you or if you have any style questions. If you enjoyed this post please consider sharing with your friends.
xx
L