Summer fashion for 2021 is officially on our radar. After a year of spending time indoors in essential pajamas, it’s time to renew your excitement for going out and getting dressed. With temperatures continuing to rise and days becoming longer, it’s important to see what the warmer months have in store for us.
After scouring the internet for the top internet trends, we’ve put together some of the best ensembles of the season that you’ll want to snap up instantly.
1. Pretty Polkas
I love the major cottagecore vibes that ooze out of this look. Let’s start with the pretty polka dress with a ruffled layer around the thighs for a more flowy and carefree look. Paired with a straw basket bag and netted rattan slippers, the final look is casual yet chic. Finish off with a large straw hat that not only looks great but also keeps you protected from the sun.
What I love about the look is how effortless it all looks. If anything, 2021 should be about laid-back vibes and relaxing with loved ones.
2. Abstract and Eccentric
Mixing and matching to perfection isn’t always necessary. Sometimes, you can draw inspiration from different elements and combine them together to get a street-ready outfit. Incorporating different patterns, geometric shapes, and architectural styles into the design of an outfit is exactly what this fantastic look does.
From the oversized coat with abstract prints to the snakeskin pencil heels, this one feels like it has just popped out of the pages of your favorite fashion magazine.
3. A Romantic Affair
Quirky cutouts have been making rounds on the ramp, with more top designers opting for a flash of skin around the waist. It’s an excellent way to give your everyday sundress a little edginess. This one adds a romantic touch to the overall look with the floral print, pretty ruffles, and puffy sleeves.
If you’re planning a romantic date night with just the two of you, this pretty sundress is bound to impress. Plus, you don’t have to worry about any funky tan lines when you wear the after hours.
4. Larger-Than-Life Sleeves
Voluminous sleeves are back in style, and we couldn’t be happier. This larger-than-life detail looks great with statement trousers for a fun all-day look or with a slim skirt when you’re planning to hit the high-end streets—there are numerous ways to style your puffy sleeves. For instance, the same puffy sleeves in a midi dress are also a fantastic spin on the classic laid-back summer look that we’ve come to love over the years.
Personally, I love the vintage appeal that this outfit has to offer. The oversized sleeves paired with a modest skirt and a soft updo offer unmatched charm and elegance.
5. Baggy and Oversized
Baggy trousers have been in style for a while now, but the wide-leg look has been made it to the ramp now. High-waisted office trousers are a throwback to the baggy jeans of the 80s and inspire a wide variety of looks.
You can pair them with a lace-inspired top or slim-fitting tee for a more feminine finish. Conversely, you can opt for the tomboy chic look and layer up with retro slogan sweatshirts or slouchy jackets and sneakers.
6. The Little Black Dress
The little black dress may be ubiquitous, but that doesn’t mean you can infuse your own personality into the final look. This sleek midi dress hugs your curves in all the right places for a red carpet look that oozes charm.
You can add a little softness to the look with a pastel sweater or mesh wrap for a romantic feel. Or you can accentuate the rocker-chic look with a black leather jacket or biker boots.
About the Author
Sarah is a fashion design expert with an eye for commercial fashion and product styling. She has over five years of experience in the luxury brand environment and now works as part of the design team for a leading online fashion retailer, La Belle’s Collection. The company offers a wide variety of apparel and accessories at affordable prices.
When she’s not working, Sarah enjoys spending her free time collecting vintage Vogue magazines, traveling with her husband, and cuddling up with her Labrador, Milo.
