My 2017 summer style was all about ruffles and frills in light hues, slinky midi-heels, and straw hats. Think modern resort dressing all season long! A big turnaround from last year, the trend that I’m living for this summer season is not just about the clothes or the accessories; it’s all about the mood that one exudes when wearing an outfit. This summer I surprisingly found myself wearing the most non-cliché “summer looks,”—which are all quite different to be honest—but still living that summer mood.
I focused on the details that I love in each piece and the energy that it brought to my looks. I’m all for this, I’m all about wearing your mood!
Enough blabbering though! Since photos speak a thousand words. I’ve put together 5 looks that best exudes my #SMSummerMood. It all might seem different, and they aren’t your atypical summer looks, but these definitely exude that summer mood that I love.
Dress by SM Woman
Straw hat by SM Accessories
Statement earrings by SM Accessories
Shoes by SM Parisian
Okay I know what you’re thinking: “Hey that’s a white off shoulder dress, that’s summery!”
Yeah okay, maybe you’re right, but what I love about this white dress is its versatility and edge. Like a little black dress, I personally think that a white dress should be a wardrobe staple—no matter what the season. It’s a versatile piece that could be styled many ways over.
The shoes prove less to be on the cheerful summer vibe and gave this look that punch. The straw hat and statement earrings just brought all the pieces together to create a polished and breezy look for the warm days.
Shirt by SM Youth
White jeans by SM Woman
Socks by SM Accessories
Shoes by SM Kicks Shoes
I’m a huge fan of denim. HUGE FAN! I always get excited whenever I find new denim styles in stores—even though I probably have a 5-foot pile of jeans in my closet.
When the weather switches up, your girl has to switch up her style too. Right? So with my love for denim jeans, I traded in my classic washes for, surprise, white denim jeans!
My tip, don’t be afraid of white denim jeans. It’s the ultimate summer upgrade. Try it with an all white look for a simple yet striking subtle outfiy; but if you’re feeling a bit more playful and chill, a yellow statement tee looks awesome in a relaxed way.
Sports bra by SM Woman Active
Biker shorts by SM Woman Active
Blazer by SM Youth
Cap by SM Accessories
Socks by by SM Accessories
Shoes by SM Kicks Shoes
I could hear it now: “A blazer in this summer heat? Are you for real, Ida?”
Okay, don’t fight me just yet. Like I said, it’s all in the details. I styled this look with the contrast of the oversized blazer and the relaxed athleisure pieces underneath it: pops of red in the accessories and outerwear, the seamless freshness of white socks in those chunky white sneakers, and let’s not overlook the subtle touch of skin. This look is all about playing with proportion and ideas!
Striped button up by SM Youth
Denim bralette by GTW by SM
Biker shorts by SM Woman Active
Shoes by SM Parisian
Unpopular opinion: layering is great for summer!
How could that possible, you might ask. Take this look with the denim bralette over a breezy button down shirt as an example in playing with textures and adding dimension to your looks—sans the heat stroke from our usual notion of layering!
There are so many possible ways to translate this subtle form layering! Use that your imagination!
Bikini top by Coco Cabaña
Board shorts by Coco Republic
Bucket hat by SM Accessories
Statement earrings by SM Accessories
Did I mention I love prowling in the men’s clothing section? What I love even more is combining fitted pieces from the women’s section, with a nice loose piece from the men’s section.
Contrast is so sexy, go crazy with the combinations, and don’t be afraid to experiment. Also isn’t this bucket hat the cutest?
Dressing how you feel is always a great idea, and the freedom that summer gives us is the best time to play with how we dress? Don’t limit yourself with cliché looks and over-done pieces. Rethink your approach to style this season. Experiment, explore, and just go with your #SMSummerMood.
All brands and pieces worn above are available at The SM Store.