With summer in full bloom you’re going to want to look your best as you make the most of the gorgeous weather with your friends. Maybe it’s time to upgrade your wardrobe with the hottest pieces this season
Let us offer you some advice and tips on how to avoid some common pitfalls while dressing casually for summer and beyond. People often forget how tough it can be to take what fashion gives you and make it look good, but by the time you’ve finished this article you’ll know exactly what to look for when you re-examine your wardrobe.
Starting from the top down, let’s think about your head and chest. First off, it takes a special kind of person to pull off a fedora, and you’re more than likely not that kind of person (in fact, fedoras have a fairly negative reputation on the internet, according to BostInno so stick with either a baseball cap or a straw hat if you’re feeling particularly summery.
For your body you can never go wrong with a t-shirt with a minimal amount of text, or a cotton button-up shirt. One thing to note about shirts is be careful how you roll up your sleeves on warmer days: you want to be bringing them up to around elbow length – longer or shorter than that and you’re going to make the wrong kind of splash at your next party.
Moving down to trousers, for anything you buy always focus on how they fit, no matter what kind you go for. The slim-fitting look is very popular right now, so start from there and find what not only looks good but that’s also comfortable for you.
For Jeans, not everyone has the bravery to go for some bright and wild ones, but luckily your dark blues and indigos will never go out of style and go with everything. Even with trousers like chinos and cargos, never go too baggy unless you wish to look like a teenage goth. The only way you’ll get away with a wider leg is with shorts – hanging above the knee is the ideal length, but make sure they’re not too tight as they have a tendency to draw people’s eyes to “certain parts” of the body!
At risk of sounding like your mother, don’t forget to pack a comfy pair of shoes when dressing casual – for many that means a good pair of trainers. This is okay, but a general rule is to keep colours to a minimum to achieve a stylish-but-relaxed look. You can make a bold look with sandals, though you’re better off pairing them with shorts to keep things summery (if you’re looking for a new pair check out www.ebay.co.uk). For those looking for something a little more special pick up a pair of moccasins for both comfort and a suave edge – great for those smart-casual get-togethers.