Ready for Summer

 Spring is rolling into a warm summer. Life is different than last summer. We are going out more, traveling more and attending events. Yet, Covid is still around (and rampant some places), but we are learning to live with it.

Here'a some ideas to make summertime work for you- Mood boosting hues are everywhere. Looking to update and refresh ? Getting back to normal and to brighter days means saturated colors.Hot pink,neon and bright green,clean corals and orange, bright yellow, blue and turquoise. Minimalists don't need to worry because softer colors and new neutrals are out there also- think salted caramel, creams soft lilac, canary yellow, sky blue.

                                 

                                                            

Trends reflect more feminine tailoring- fitted waists, corset and bustier styles, ruffles and bows, This translates to strappy sundresses for most of us. Minis and maxis make summer statements and you will see them everywhere. Linen trousers, while always a summer staple, are fuller cut and higher waisted. Floral prints are sticking around in dresses and tops. Ankle length pants are great for work with a heel and wider, flowy styles are casual and fun. Flared jeans, especially in white look fresh this summer.

         
                      

         

    Mules are popular this summer. They go just as well with an office dress ( unless you are a banker:) as they do with jeans or sundress. Don't be afraid of white shoes- sandals, pumps or boots. The days of only nurses wearing white shoes are long  gone.

 

                                                  

                                                                      

Dolce Vita is a great source for a big variety of well -priced, comfortable mules, sandals and wedges. Anthropoligie and Neiman, as well as many of the small independent boutiques around town have good selections of fun mini and maxi dresses and skirts. Wear them for lunch or brunch with friends, out to nice casual dinners and on vacation. Pull them out again for a Caribbean or Mediterranean cruise. Don't be afraid to experiment with more color. It will brighten you up and lighten your mood!