Picking Summer Colors & Trends That Are Right for YOU

Posted on May 3, 2018

Even though it hasn’t felt very ‘springy’ so far this year in DFW, we are well into the season. Before we know it, the weather will change to the standard over-90-degree summer days and our wardrobes will need to be weather appropriate to make it through the sunnier months ahead.

We pulled the hottest colors and trends for summer together so you can start planning your summer wardrobe now, before the heat wave sets in.

Expert Advice on Choosing a Trend or Color

Pick a color or two that you could easily add into your already existing wardrobe. When choosing a trending color, pick one that will coordinate back with your basics and other items in your closet. Here’s our expert advice for a smarter way to add a new color into your wardrobe (eliminating the risk of never taking off the price tag). Before buying your new colored item ask yourself: Will this color coordinate with the rest of the colors in my closet? What are at least two ways I could use this item with things already in my closet? If you can answer these questions positively and love the item – make the purchase!

For trends, it is important to remember that every trend is not for everyone. Yes, there is a trend or two that will work for everyone, but not everything will be suitable for each individual’s body shape, aesthetic, lifestyle or basic wardrobe needs. When deciding on a trend to incorporate into your closet consider the following: Does this garment’s cut and shape flatter my body type? Does this item fit my lifestyle’s needs? (for example, if you are a stay at home mom and spend most of your days in casual clothes or workout gear, a trending stiletto may not be the most ‘wearable’ trend to add) And lastly, does this item coordinate back with other colors and items in my closet? If you can answer positively to these questions and love the item (the most important part!) – make the purchase!

 

Trending Colors

If you missed our previous blog about the trending colors for Spring/Summer 2018 you can check it out here, but below we have included an image of the 2018 Trending Colors for Spring/Summer from Pantone.

As you can see, bright vibrant hues are ‘in’ for the warm weather months ahead. Bright pops of yellows, corals, and purples are everywhere. But we’ve also been seeing shades of red, pink, green and blue full force stores, runways and magazines as well.

Top 5 Summer Trends

  1. Check Please!

    Summer Plaids are all the rage for Summer 2018. We have been seeing this popular print on everything from skirts, pants, blazers, dresses and button town blouses. This print is fabulous, especially in the amazing trending colors for this season.
  2. Flowy Skirt & Sundresses

    Go with the flow this summer with your skirts and dresses. We are predicting that the flowier styles are going to be HUGE in the upcoming years, so start looking nor for your trendsetting piece that you can wear now and later.
  3. Statement Earrings

    The bigger the better. Tassels, crystals, beads, feathers, fringe and everything else flashy or attention grabbing is ‘the look’ for this year’s jewelry trends for earrings. We have seen so many trending styles – but some of our favorites include the fun colored tassels, large statement metals and of course, crystals.
  4. 80’s Inspo

    Oversized blazers, shoulder pads, high-waisted pants, abstract shapes, big sleeves – everything about the 80’s is making an appearance in 2018 fashion magazines and catwalks. From Versace to Saint Laurent to Tom Ford, these 80’s silhouettes are the inspiration for many designer’s upcoming lines.
  5.  Sheer

    See through materials are just as popular as ever going forward into Summer 2018. We’ve been seeing the sheer take-over for the last few years, but this trend is still going strong. We love the look of a sheer overlay blouse, skirt or duster. This is a very versatile trend that can be worked in a number of ways – from accessories to garments.

There you have it! Your expert guide to this season’s hot colors and trends. Remember to ask yourself the important questions while shopping and picking items to build your wardrobe will avoid regretting the purchase later.

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