Summer clothing styles are far and away my favorite seasonal clothing. I just love the lightweight, billowy fabrics, the intricate details, botanical patterns, crisp, cool whites, and reflective metals, and since summer is the most common time for me to enjoy these styles, aside from the occasional winter getaway, I can’t tell you how excited I was to pull some of these beauties out of my closet and enjoy the warmer weather after the summer solstice. Below is volume 4 of my summer essentials. I hope these inspire you to have a beautiful, stylish summer with a few new pieces, things you already own and love, or a mix of both.
How to Build Your Dream Wardrobe
In this guide, I’m going to give you step-by-step instructions on how to thin out your closet, and fill it with items that you actually want to wear. Last year, I went through my closet and donated nearly half of it, which ended up filling an entire car with clothing I did’t love, wasn’t wearing, and wouldn’t reach for again, and it’s one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Learn what steps I took to slash my clothing budget and my collection down to a fraction of what it was, how I focus on the pieces I love to keep my wardrobe fresh, and ways to stop buying things you’ll never actually use.
A Red Dress and Golden Fan
This red dress is one of my favorite items of clothing I own. It’s easy to throw on and look glam, while still feeling comfortable. I recently paired it with a golden metal fan handbag, gold, shimmery flats, and a beautiful crest necklace from my Alma Mater, the University of Michigan for a fun, romantic…
London Reds with Tieks & From St. Xavier
We donned red for our first evening in London, after hopping off a 7 hour plane ride, to go enjoy a meal in London’s South Kensington neighborhood. After a long flight, I needed a pop of color to feel energized, so I hit the town wearing a red dress, red Tieks and my favorite From St. Xavier handbag which is completely handcrafted, featuring a luxurious red velvet interior, and beautiful golden-bronze exterior expertly crafted with a gorgeous filigree pattern.
New York Fashion Week Day 2 Outfit
I’ve never been one for crop tops, but when I saw this beautiful lace number with broad shoulders and a high collar, it was love at first sight. For me, New York Fashion Week was all about pushing boundaries on my personal style, so I decided to try something different and pair the feminine, lacy top with an edgier vegan leather skirt and my new favorite accessory, this round, metal purse.
