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A fashion girl tunes into the trends. She knows what other people are wearing. She’s scrolled through the photos from fashion week. With summer coming she’s looking at her wardrobe to see what it is missing. But a true fashion girl–she lets the trends inspire her. She asks how the trends fit her style. How is she going to combine what’s in with what she likes and what’s in her closet? She also knows summer 2020 is not just about the fashion you’re rocking but where the clothes came from. Check out these tips and inspiration on how to get the vibes of a true fashion girl when summer finally hits.
Photo: Instagram/source Check Your Labels & Not Just for Name-Brands
Before even getting into the cuts, combinations, patterns, and silhouettes that make up this summer’s fashion, there’s one element that seems to be top of mind: green. What went into the process that brought the clothing about? What are we doing to mitigate or offset their ecological footprint? If you’re looking to buy new items this summer, be sure you’re supporting sustainable designers that are pushing this forward-thinking along. Fashion is trending sustainable and circular.
Photo: Instagram/jobbyba Throwback & Thrift
Certain trends plucked from the runway are ripe with opportunity. Due to the throwbacks and homages to decades past, consignment stores can be a great place to find vintage and unique pieces. Items to spot while thrift shopping would be waistcoats or vests, trench coats, slip dresses, button-down shirts, and anything from the ’70s. Whether you’re having a hard time finding clothing from that era or you’d prefer a modern take on it, tap into the free-loving spirit of the decade with a brand like Free People. Better yet, try shopping secondhand free people clothing to really be in with this trend. The ’70s aren’t the only reemergence to look out for either. Denim is having another moment with many new interpretations. Not only are these some of the biggest staples being interpreted on the runways but by thrifting you’re also promoting circular fashion.
Photo: Instagram/s4de_u Upcycle & Frill
In the spirit of making what we have last longer for the sake of the environment, upcycling can be a particularly fun way of finding your own unique style. With many notes of raffia, lace, fringe, and embroidery for summer fashion, your own wardrobe could be filled with potential. Adding these elements to something you haven’t been wearing as much could give it the edge it needs to come back into your rotation. Maybe the plain button-down shirt wasn’t quite inspiring enough. Give it a trendy summer makeover! There are many ideas for refashioning button-down shirts into new and more stylish options. For more inspiration check out what others are upcycling their garments into.
