5 Key Wardrobe Pieces for the Summer!
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When you’re a fashion-conscious woman, it’s easy to get carried away
and give in to each and every trend that hits the fashion industry. This is a
waste of money and closet space. The wiser thing to do is invest in a few key
pieces that you can style with different accessories for an entirely new look.
Even when you’re going to make your own clothes, you’d want to focus your
efforts on something that you can wear for a long time. Here are some of the
key wardrobe pieces you can invest in for the summer:
1. Utilitarian jumpsuit – As
you probably already know, the seventies are making a comeback. One of the
trends you should definitely invest in is a well-fitted
utilitarian jumpsuit. It’s not just a trend you can wear for spring and
summer but you can also carry it forward for fall and winter by adding layers. Style
the utilitarian jumpsuit however you wish, just as long as you feel comfortable
in the outfit.
For a casual daytime outfit, you can wear it with pointy-toe pumps, pointy-toe flats or sandals and a classic handbag. Even a cross-body bag
will work perfectly for this outfit. If your sense of style leans more towards
edginess, you can style the jumpsuit with classic white kicks. For a more formal event, wear it with
high heels – both strappy stilettos and classy pumps will look great. Add the
right accessories and you’re good to go.
2. Cropped flares –
Instead of regular flared denims, take it up a notch with cropped flares. Choose
a well-fitted pair that isn’t too tight so you can comfortably sport this trend
for the summer. Cropped flares work perfectly in creating a chic look if you
wear them with a classic button-down and a pair of pointy-toe skimmers. Complete
the outfit with oversized sunglasses and a classy handbag.
Source: Trend Survivor
This trend also looks great with high heels like pumps
and stilettos. You can wear it for a night out with friends by pairing the
outfit with a sequined top. Otherwise, you could also wear a sheer blouse that perfectly balances
style with comfort for the warm summer nights.
Sewing tip: To create this look, you can hack one of the currently popular flared jeans patterns by shortening in below the knee and the top of where the flare begins.
3. Victorian
blouse – A well-fitting
Victorian blouse is a wardrobe staple for every season. Opt for a white vintage
piece that will work with anything. You can wear it with miniskirts, midi
skirts, denims, and trousers. To wear a Victorian blouse to work, pair it with
a formal midi skirt and a pair of pumps. You can also wear it with fitted
formal trousers or flared trousers to create a stylish and professional look.
For daywear, pair your blouse with cropped flares or a
cute miniskirt depending on your mood. The outfit will work with any kind of
footwear – from sandals and flats to sneakers and booties. Just go with what
you feel comfortable in and you can’t go wrong. The best part about this piece is that you can
carry it forward to create the perfect Victorian Halloween
costume.
Sewing tip: I plan to use OOP McCall's 5181, view D!
4. Slip
dress –
Another fashion comeback, the slip dress was a huge trend during the nineties.
It’s a wardrobe staple today because there are endless possibilities to style
it. Pieces in solid colors are even better than floral or patterned ones. Just
throw on a blazer over your slip dress to wear it to work.
For casual daywear, sandals and sneakers could both
work with the right accessories. You can add layers like lightweight denim or
flannel shirts if you’re into edgy style. Strappy stilettos work perfectly to
create a classy evening look. You can wear a sequined jacket or a leather
jacket over the dress to add some flair.
Sewing tip: I plan to make one from McCall's 7158!
5. Suede
skirt – Suede
is a huge spring trend with every fashion blogger and stylish celebrity
sporting the trend. You can carry it forward to the summer months as well. Pick
a piece that flatters your silhouette and style it with lightweight summery
tops. Like the other staples mentioned above, the suede skirt also works with
many different looks.
I plan to work my Simplicity 8019 into the spring and summer season!
Maybe you could wear it with an
off-the-shoulder top and mule shoes for a chic daytime outfit. Otherwise you
could also style it with sneakers, booties, stilettos, and sandals. A
classic white button-down is one of the best wardrobe pieces you can wear
with a suede skirt.
Sewing tip: Also McCall's 7392 is a great one.
These top five trends are the key pieces you can invest in for the
summer. You can style them with the clothes and accessories you already have in
your wardrobe. So that means you’ll be keeping your spending minimal while
looking incredibly stylish as always.
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4 comments
Some very good points! I already have the flair crops, love those. I agree that the slip dress is very practical, I had one in the '90's made of black satin polyester that I wore to everything including to bed as a nightgown! I love the idea of the Victorian shirt and I just remembered Burdastyle magazine had a version a couple years back, I buy it monthly ) I need to look it up, can't wait till I see yours. Great ideas, thanks!
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DeleteBack in the 70's, my mother had a khaki Burberry-ish jumpsuit pretty much exactly like yours. She loved that garment and pretty much wore it to death, it was so versatile, and perfect for business trips. She looked great, put together and classic in it. Your jumpsuit is great!
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