This spring and summer, plaid is trending even though it is commonly thought of as a Fall print. Think of it as yet another rule broken in order to create something new. Plaid is not too far off from gingham, so it actually makes some sense when you think about it. In their spring shows, designers have used plaid in lightweight materials in jumpsuits, dresses, tops, skirts, shorts, pants, shoes, bags, etc. You could even try plaid nail art! And a plaid flannel shirt is still wearable in the spring or summer as a jacket for chilly situations. So check out my style tips and outfit ideas for how to wear plaid spring and summer!
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Outfit Combinations, Style Inspiration, Style Tips, Ways to Wear It
Plaid, Plaid Shirt, Spring/Summer
This is an installment in my Style Tips series (see more here.) Today I have an easy way to upgrade your outfit in the spring and summer. Age doesn’t matter. You can make a plain and basic outfit look better at home or quickly spiff it up on your way out the door. Here’s how you do it:
Style Tip of the Day: A Beautiful Warm-Weather Look
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Style Tips
Spring/Summer, The Third Piece, Vests, Warm Weather
April showers bring May flowers (hopefully), but it’s not so much fun for humans to get rained on. It can feel quite miserable when wind and chill are added into the challenges of the day. I have a few ideas for what to wear to stay warm and dry. Age doesn’t matter. Feel free to try new ideas and experiment! Read more to find out how to improve your look in the rain… Continue Reading
Outfit Combinations
Outfit Ideas, Rainy Day Style, Spring, Spring/Summer
I’ve created a checklist for you of what you need to have on hand for Spring and Summer in order to create outfits for every occasion. Age doesn’t matter because all of these items are classic and basic pieces. They will make it easy for you to make more outfits out of what you have. To make them fun as well as useful, check out what is trending. Wearing something new and modern makes you look young.
Maybe you already have all or most of these essentials. If not, April is the time of year when spring clothing is on sale. So it’s a good time to fill in gaps in your warm-weather wardrobe, or upgrade things that are wearing out (or wearing out their welcome).
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Checklists and Guides
Spring Transitional Style, Spring/Summer, Wardrobe Basics
Goths, New Yorkers, me, and probably you like to wear black for a number of reasons. Spring, Summer, and warm weather do not mean we cannot wear this basic color. It’s one of those things that go with everything, including Spring and Summer! Age doesn’t matter. In this post, I share ideas for how to style black outfits in the spring and summer, followed by over 50 outfit ideas.
How to Wear Black in Spring & Summer
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Color Series, Outfit Combinations, Ways to Wear It
Black, Black Outfits, Spring/Summer
