Bring a New Style to your Wardrobe this Summer
It’s time to switch to your summer wardrobe! The days have been getting hotter and it’s time for our winter and spring cute knits and sweaters to be put away for the season. Finding the perfect summer staple pieces can be hard. You want something light but covering, can withstand the heat, and is still flattering. Where do you even start looking? Well, we’ve brought together some of our favourite summer staples to keep you looking fresh this season and to help you combat the stress of trying to find new summer staples.
Start with the Basics
You don’t have to drop hundreds of dollars to build a summer wardrobe. Some of the most stylish and flattering outfits are built from the basics. Having a few staple basic pieces in your closet that you can style several different ways will give you tons of options when you are looking for that perfect outfit for date night. Summer basics are simple but can give you an elevated look with a few accessories and an elevated shoe. Make sure your summer staples are made from linen and cotton fabric. Breathable materials in your summer wardrobe are key! Staples pieces to include in your summer wardrobe would be an everyday tank top, this could be a classic white tank that is quick to throw on and layer with. Jean shorts or cut-offs are a must for the summer! A classic blue jean and a button-up is perfect for cooler days when you don’t want to wear shorts and layering with tanks and t-shirts. Having a pair of linen or lightweight trousers is one way to dress up your outfit. Stores like H&M are perfect for finding staple pieces, they offer a variety of colours and sizes without having to break the bank.
Time to Accessorize
Summer accessories might be my favourite part of any summer wardrobe. Accessories when used thoughtfully can change and elevate any look. There is no specific look or style for summer accessories, which is why they are perfect to use to showcase your unique style. You can layer summer basics with cool fun accessories to show off your summer style no matter what that looks like. This summer gold jewelry is trending. If you want a bold look to add to any outfit opt for a chunky gold hoop earring and a gold chain necklace. Mejuri Jewelry is a Canadian brand that specializes in the perfect staple pieces. They offer a mix of gold and silver to suit anyone's style. Sunglasses are not only essential during the summer, but they should also be used as accessories for any summer outfit. Try to find a few pairs of different styled sunglasses, playing around with different materials like metal framed, or plastic-framed sunnies. A summer purse can complete any summer wardrobe outfit. If you are wanting a casual look a cross-body bag is perfect for lunch out with your friends, or if you are looking for something more stylish try finding a rattan purse to go along with any summer dress for a bridal shower. Similar to sunglasses hats are also a must when it comes to staying sun-safe during the summer. If you are spending the day at the beach a sun hat is perfect to layer with a white button-up and your favourite swimsuit. Or if you are planning on going on an evening hike for a date night you can always throw on a basic ball cap to add a sporty and cute look to your summer outfit.
Don’t Forget Footwear
You’ll only need to find a few key pieces of footwear to build your summer wardrobe. The key to finding the perfect summer footwear is finding shoes that can suit multiple occasions and multiple outfits. A chunky summer heel is perfect for wearing to a bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, or even a wedding. A chunky summer heel is also great for a casual lunch or dinner date. For everyday footwear, we suggest a have a pair of classic white sneakers and a casual leather sandal that can be dressed up for the occasion. A white sneaker is perfect to accent almost any outfit, and is perfect for casual runs to the grocery store, or walking downtown to get ice cream. A leather sandal is great for dressing up or dressing down. You can wear these with a cute summer dress to a rehearsal dinner if you aren’t a fan of heels, or even dress it down to wear casually to the beach.
Dressing It Up
Your summer wardrobe doesn’t have to only consist of staple pieces make sure you mix it up! Summer fashion is full of fun, colourful, patterned pieces that are super cute and fun to wear. To mix up your summer wardrobe and dress it up try looking for a few key summer dresses. Summer dresses are ideal for throwing on a hot summer day or are perfect for a rehearsal dinner or bridal shower. Mad About Style has plenty of cute patterned summer dresses that are perfect to throw on for a casual outfit. If you are looking for a more elevated dress for an event, Jardine Domain has plenty of options you can dress up or dress down to suit your needs and style. Another fashion trend to add to your summer wardrobe is matching sets. Matching sets are great for an already put-together outfit, or even splitting them up to create a few different outfit ideas.
Express your unique style this summer and share it with us! @brandymaddisonevents
-J