Summer is a great time to have fun with fashion and self-expression. With the warmer weather and longer days, there are so many opportunities to experiment with different styles and trends. There is a reason it’s called ‘spring cleaning’. From lightweight fabrics, breathable materials, and loose-fitting silhouettes to statement fashion pieces and accessories, there is something for everyone for all occasions. Tomorrow.events is here to help you decide what to wear this summer.
What to Wear this Summer
2023 trends are all about a combination of style and comfort. Be it the beach, an outdoor picnic, a night out with friends, or simply another day at the office, here are the trends that, T.e foresees will be ‘in’ this summer.
Boho-chic
Boho-chic is a timeless style that tends to resurface every summer. This style, as evident by the name, draws from various bohemian and hippie influences. It’s characterized by loose, flowing fabrics, earthy tones, and vintage-inspired prints. It is all about being comfortable, relaxed, and carefree. It is ideal for those who feel closer to nature, as well as those who prefer to have a unique fashion style as a form f self-expression. Consequently this style is a popular choice for music festivals.
How To Style
To style the boho-chic trend for summer, you can follow these tips
Flowing Fabrics
Loose and flowing fabrics like cotton, linen, and silk that are breathable and comfortable for summer. Maxi dresses, skirts, and wide-legged pants are all great options.
Earthy tones
Boho-chic style is often associated with earthy and muted colors like brown, beige, and olive green. Prints like paisley, floral, and ethnic-inspired patterns also add to the boho vibe. Over the years, however, bright hues are appearing more on earthy bases. You can match a bright top with a flowy white or beige skirt, or add a vibrant boho inspired scarf to a loose flowy summer dress.
Accessorize with Natural Materials
Look for accessories of natural materials like leather, suede, and woven straw. Fringe detailing, tassels, and beads can also add to the boho vibe. Layering jewelry is another great way to add a boho touch to your outfit.
Textures
The simplest of outfits can be elevated to boho-chic by adding pieces that incorporate texture, such as crochet or lace detailing, fringed hemlines, or ruffles.
Layer it up!
Boho-chic style is all about layering. Pair a flowing dress with a denim jacket, or layer a loose tank over a lace bralette. Mixing and matching textures, prints, and colors can create a unique boho-inspired look.
Boho-chic on the Runways
Several designers are famous for incorporating boho chic elements into their collections especially during the summers. An American fashion designer, Ulla Johnson’s collections epitomize the boho chic style.
Boho-chic Street Fashion
Like any other fashion trend or styler, the boho-chic takes a lot of inspiration from street fashion. Owing to its fluidity of style there are unlimited ways to incorporate it in your wardrobe. Retail brands such as Free People, Spell & The Gypsy Collective, and Anthropologie are famous for incorporating boho-chic elements into their collections.
There are several social media influencers who are popular for their boho chic style. Each has their own unique take on the trend, and can provide inspiration for incorporating bohemian elements into your everyday outfits.
Vanessa Hudgens is an actress and singer known for her bohemian-inspired style. She often incorporates flowing maxi dresses, wide-brimmed hats, and layered jewelry into her outfits.
Nautical Style
The nautical style in fashion dressing is a classic timeless trend that takes inspiration from maritime or sailor themes. It typically features navy and white stripes, anchors, rope details, and other sea-inspired motifs. This summer T.e foresees this trend shining much brighter than before.
How to Style
Here are some different ways to style when following the nautical fashion trend:
Stripes
One of the most classic nautical motifs is the stripe pattern. You can pair navy and white or red and white horizontal stripes with tops, dresses, skirts, or even chinos.
Anchor Motifs
Anchor motifs are another classic nautical design element that can be incorporated into clothing, accessories, and jewelry. You can find anchor prints on shirts, dresses, bags, or even on jewelry like necklaces and bracelets.
Navy and White Color Palette
The nautical fashion trend is often associated with a navy and white color palette, which can be incorporated into your outfit through clothing, accessories, and shoes. Think navy blazers, white trousers, striped tees, and boat shoes.
The Breton top is a classic nautical staple that has been worn by sailors for centuries. This shirt is typically white with navy stripes and has a boat neckline. Originated from France, it is now a popular style in both men and women.
Accessories
This is another easy way to add a nautical touch to your outfit. Consider adding a rope belt, a striped scarf, a navy tote bag, or a pair of boat shoes.
Nautical Fashion
Several fashion houses and retail brands feature nautical-inspired pieces and accessories. The classic boat shoe is a staple of nautical style. Sperry is a brand that’s been making boat shoes since 1935, and they’re still a popular choice for both men and women.
The French fashion brand Saint James is known for their classic nautical-inspired striped shirts. They’ve been making them since the 19th century and their designs are still popular today.
Ralph Lauren is another brand famous for incorporating the nautical style. Their latest collection features a number of nautical-inspired pieces, including navy and white striped shirts, sailor pants, and blazers with gold buttons.
Old Navy, J Crew, Gap, Abercrombie & Fitch are just a few retail brands that offer nautical-inspired fashion. So whether you’re deciding what to wear or what to shop, just keep in mind tomorrow.events’ fashion forecast. Fun Fact: The Royals love it too!
Remember that the nautical trend is all about classic, timeless style, so stick to simple, well-tailored pieces and avoid anything too trendy or over-the-top.
Bright Colors
Bright colors are popular in summers because they are associated with warmth, happiness, and energy. The warm weather and sunshine often put people in a good mood, and wearing bright colors can amplify that feeling. Additionally, bright colors are more visible in the sunlight, which makes them a great choice for outdoor activities and events. T.e predicts that bright colors will be popping this summer. If for no other reason, then simply because people are glad to be able to enjoy the outdoors after the pandemic and the colors are just another way to show that!
How to Style
The fun part is that with this trend you have a lot of variations to play what. You can opt to go as bold and loud as you desire, or choose to be subtle in your own unique way. Here are some ways to incorporate bright colors into your summer outfits:
A Statement Piece
Incorporating a bright color in one statement piece, such as a dress or a top, is an easy way to add some color to your outfit without going overboard.
Mix and Match
Don’t be afraid to mix and match different bright colors together. Pairing a bright pink top with yellow shorts, for example, can create a fun and playful look.
Accessories
If you’re not comfortable wearing bright colors in your clothing, you can still add pops of color to your outfit with accessories. A bright scarf, statement earrings, or colorful shoes can all add some color to a more neutral outfit. Don’t forget Neon nail colors are trending this summer as well. It depends on you, how you choose to accessorize.
Colorful Fashion
There are a lot of retail brands that are offering bright and colorful clothing including ASOS, Free People, Anthropologie, to name a few. ZARA offers a range of colorful clothing items, from bright dresses, neon tops to bold swimsuits.
American fashion designer Christian Siriano’s collection for NewYork Fashion Week 2023 showcased some vibrant and catchy colors.
Fashion blogger and influencer Blair Eadie is famous for incorporating bright and bold colors in her outfits. Feel free to be inspired and use some hues this summer.
Floral Prints
Floral prints are always a popular choice for summer fashion. They are a versatile trend that can be incorporated into a variety of different styles, from bohemian to preppy to romantic. Wearing floral prints also evoke a sense of the outdoors and the beauty of nature. Whether you prefer bold and bright prints or soft and romantic ones, there are plenty of options for you to choose from!
How to Style
Here are some tips on how to style floral prints for summer.
Keep it simple
When styling floral prints, it’s best to keep the rest of your outfit simple. Pair a floral top with plain shorts or a skirt, or a floral dress with neutral shoes and accessories.
Mix and match
If you’re feeling adventurous, try mixing and matching different floral prints. Just make sure the prints are different sizes and styles to avoid clashing.
Floral pants
These prints are no only for dresses and tops. Floral pants have made a comeback and T.e predicts that the trend is here to stay for now.
Accessorize with solid colors
Add pops of solid color to your outfit through accessories like a statement necklace or a bright bag. This will help break up the floral print and add some dimension to your outfit.
Floral Fashion
Floral prints dominated the runways this summer. Several brands including Gucci, Erdem and Ulla Johnson, to name a few, had beautiful floral outfits in their collections.
3D Florals
Yes, you read it right! The fashion industry has taken its love for florals to the next level. 3D florals are all the rage now and WOW do they look magical or what? A lot of celebrities chose to dress up in 3D florals this year on the red carpet.
This just shows you, if your wardrobe doesn’t have florals in, then you better get into action.
Fun Tip: You can give an element of 3D florals to your outfits by tying up a scarf in your hair or around your neck in a flower shaped bow. Also floral nail designs are trending this summer. Its blossoms all around!Remember to have fun with your floral prints and experiment with different styles and combinations to find what works best for you.
Denim
Denim is a versatile fabric that can be incorporated into a variety of different summer outfits. Skirts, dresses, shorts, tops, bags, you really cannot run out of options! In fact, Tomorrow.events predicts that double-denim is a trend that will be all the rage this summer.
What to Wear
Denim is so versatile that you can style it in any way that suits you. Therefore T.e is sharing with you what to wear in denim this summer, while styling it.
Here are a few ways to incorporate denim into your summer wardrobe
Denim Shorts
A classic summer staple, you can either dress up or down depending on the occasion. Pair them with a basic t-shirt and sneakers for a casual look, or dress them up with a blouse and sandals for a more elevated look.
Denim Jackets
A versatile piece that can be worn over dresses, jumpsuits, or paired with jeans for a classic denim-on-denim look. Look for a lightweight denim jacket for the summer months.
Denim Skirts
These have made a comeback and are trending this summer. Pair a denim mini skirt with a crop top and sneakers for a casual look, or dress it up with a blouse and heels for a more elevated look.
Denim Dresses
Yes! Denim dresses have made a comeback! Its a great option for those who want to incorporate denim into their wardrobe in a more unexpected way. Look for a lightweight denim dress in a midi or maxi length for a modern and chic look.
Denim Fashion Wear
Many fashion designers are now incorporating denim in their collections. Chanel, Dior and Balenciaga are some of them. French designer Isabel Marant is known for her laid-back, bohemian-inspired style, and often incorporates denim into her collections.
In conclusion, summer is the perfect time to experiment with different styles and embrace new trends. From boho chic to nautical, there are countless styles of summer to choose from. Whether you prefer bright colors or floral prints, there’s a style out there for everyone. When shopping do keep in mind the fashion forecast by Tomorrow.events about what to wear. So go ahead and have fun with your summer wardrobe, and don’t be afraid to try something new!
