While the high summer heat has us daydreaming of colder temperatures already, we still have a long way to go. You can stay cool and look cool during the long heat waves with summer’s most popular style trends.
From bold colors to playful prints to Parisian-inspired pieces, sun-soaking has never looked so good. This season introduced many warm weather styles to keep summer fun going.
Beat the heat by adding some of these must-try trends to your current wardrobe rotation. Here are the eight popular summer styles we’re sweating over.
Retro Prints
This season sparked the reboot of ’70s prints. From psychedelic florals to colorful geometrics, the bold patterns have brought back a new groove to summer dressing.
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Silk Scarves
2022’s hottest summer accessory is a silk scarf. The seemingly simple cloth can be worn in many ways, including in the hair, around the neck and on a handbag. Many brands have released their own version that doubles as a top.
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Crochet Knits
Crochet knits are getting a lot of heat this year. Perfect for the summertime “beachy” aesthetic, open weave knits are light and breathable, which makes extreme temperatures much more bearable.
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Coastal Chic
Referred to by Elle, Marie Claire, InStyle and more as the “coastal grandmother” trend, this look defines low-key luxury. Think bermuda shorts, linen sets, striped button-ups, the perfect pair of denim, comfortable shoes and an easy bag.
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Pleats & Gathers
Textures are important in every season, but especially this summer. Pleats are classic, yet sophisticated. You can go for a nice event-worthy dress or a midi-length skirt to wear every day. Gathers help bring shape and depth into a garment. Look for ruching in handbags and trousers for a touch of texture.
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Cut-outs
Expose a little bit of skin in this popular summer trend. Cut-out styles seen last summer are back this year in bolder hues and interesting placements. From athletic basics to monochrome jumpsuits, there is a style for everyone who wants to try the negative space trend.
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All White
If you’re not one for bold colors and playful prints, opt for something more crisp and clean like an all-white ensemble. This summer trend plays right into the coastal core look, but you can still dress it up with a white suit or a white tank and maxi skirt.
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Bold Bags
A statement bag is an essential piece in every summer closet. The saturated accessories seen this summer are playful and fun and come in many bright colors like yellow, lime green and fuschia. There are endless shapes, sizes and price points to choose from when shopping for a must-have bag.
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