Summer Lovin! 5 Summer Trends We Love

The beach, bellinis and boys… are always on my summer checklist. Then there is the continually rotating trends that I MUST have available at all times so I’m ready for that last minute road trip text or roof top party Evite. I know you are asking; ‘how can I even keep up?’ Well, the classics remain… like flowers and nautical stripes, pastel colors and eyelet patterns. But then I spot the cutest girl I have ever seen walking down the streets of West Chelsea and I have to get her look! She’s sporting pleated high-waisted shorts, a canary yellow off the shoulder ruffled shirt, metallic mules, gold accessories, messy yet perfectly braided golden hair and a huge graphic bag. Can’t you just picture her? She’s perfect! Ready to turn heads next time you step out? Make sure you hit on the 5 summer trends we absolutely love for Summer 2016 to that you set the stage and tone for the fun you’re about to have!

Shine Bright in Yellow

Go hard or go home. Instead of letting the sun blind you, blind others as you walk into the room. The sundrenched shade is the perfect compliment to your golden beach skin. Not bold enough to sport an entire bright yellow dress then go with something subtle and use yellow as an accent color with an accessory. This Alexander Wang studded bag seriously goes with everything and is festival ready to schlep all your swag for the day.

Later Flip Flops – Hello Mules!

Trade in those rubber flip-flops that melt in this sweltering heat for something more flirty and fun! Spice things up below the ankles with that bedroom feeling but you’ll be ready to conquer the outside world. Pick a pair that works for your concrete stomping stems - anything from a metallic, heeled or slipper like look. These Chanel mules are going to look perfect with a pair of cut off shorts, an off the shoulder top and our favorite Celine shades.

Pleats Please

For years our mother told us that pleats aren’t flattering but they actually are! They drape beautiful on the body, don’t wrinkle and look perfect with a structured top making it a modern look. Check out this sparkly skirt! Add a solid black crop top, caged black heels and a metallic clutch for a night out!

Get Graphic… On your bag!

It was on every summer 2016 runway so why not channel your inner model alter ego and rock the same trend. Bold prints, embellishments and color spice up even the most basic of neutral outfits. So you don’t call yourself “trendy”? That’s ok! Go for something classic with a hint of excitement to spice up your look. This Alexander McQueen bag would be the perfect summer partner to accompany your ripped jeans and plain white tee.

Racy Ruffles

Ruffles aren’t just for little girls anymore; they make us feel flirty and feminine. This season pair them with something that reflects the complete opposite like ripped denim or a thigh high pencil skirt to balance out the look and give you an edge. Opt for something really exaggerated or dabble in the trend with a ruffled trim accessory – either way you can’t go wrong! We love this Marchesa mini dress paired with a studded stiletto sandal to be rock star ready!