Summer Fashion on a Budget

Posted by Claire | Thursday July 31, 2008 Leave a comment
by Jacqueline To

It’s time to hit the mall this summer to fill your closet with the latest chic trends of the season. Hot weather calls for sizzling fashion, from beautiful linen sun dresses to strikingly patterned bikinis. We’ll show you some must-have staples for the summer that won’t break your budget and help you create a fabulous outfit for under $100.


Colourful Linens

Linen is a wonderful fabric to wear during the summer because it is light and airy, very durable, comfortable, and does not attract lint. Colourful linen dresses, cuffed shorts, and baby doll tops add a seasonal touch to your everyday outfit.





Bright Coloured Patterns

Bright and bold patterns are very eye-catching and exude confidence. Pair a simple black cocktail dress with a patterned bangle or belt. It's best to purchase bold, patterned accessories because you can mix and match them with both a simpler outfit and something more exotic.




Sun Hats

Shown in Chick Advisor’s podcast “Where’d you get that?”, a wide brimmed sun hat looks great paired with summery outfits, but also protects you from harmful UV exposure and bad hair days.




Giant Sunglasses

Large framed sunglasses create a seamless look that will never go out of style. These glasses are a staple piece that draws attention, and having at least one pair is a must. Large sunglasses provide protection against harsh UV-rays and cover more skin around the eyes than sunglasses with a smaller frame. You can keep your skin looking healthy and wrinkle-free, and still look glamorous while you’re doing it.




Gladiator Sandals


Who would have thought that Greek and Roman style gladiator sandals would make a comeback in the 21st century? Unlike the ancient artifact, our version of the Gladiator sandal is stylish, comes in many different colours and materials, and is made for women too.

Tip: If you are tall, buy tall gladiator sandals that go no higher than the mid-section of your lower thigh to make your legs look leaner. If you are short, purchase gladiator sandals that go up no further than your ankle to accentuate your height.




Swimwear


Nowadays you don’t have to bear your belly in a bikini to feel hot at the beach or by the pool. A one-piece bathing suit is classy, flattering, and can be just as sexy. It covers up anything on your stomach that you don’t want people to see and with so many different design options, what’s not to love?



Save - Solid One-Piece (La Vie and Rose $19.99)

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