Summer 2012

2012’s summer is here! It’s the time to flaunt your fully worked out bodies again! Isn’t it exciting? Vibrant colors, different cuts and outrageous fashion trends are again up this season. Definitely, this is the season where fashion is at its prowess!

Fresh from the runways, here’s the list of this year’s summer trends. Beat the heat with what’s new and what’s in for the fashion industry.

Pastels – It’s all about pastels this year. Probably not only this summer but the whole year. Soft colors and smoother cuts are designer’s favorites for this season. Mixing and matching these colors are also for keeps. This season’s reigning colors are feminine and ladylike. Loud and proud? It’s best to experiment with these colors and add an edge to the cuts and styles of the outfit.

 

Cropped Tops – Not those vintage tees. Straight from Miu Miu, Prada and Dolce & Gabanna’s runway, cropped tops paired with flared and pencil cut skirts are absolutely fabulous. These two piece wonders are cut from floral designs that are also a hit this summer! This trend would give your amazingly sculpted abs the attention it’s worthy of.

Bold Florals – I myself am not a fan of floral or heavily printed clothes but for this season I might probably give it a shot. From small to huge floral designs, this print is definitely hot this season. Floral prints are all over designers’ collections this season from airy maxi dresses, mini dresses, fluffy skirts and cropped tops! Certainly the best to liven up the sunny season.

Paisley – A different take on designs. If you’re not fond of florals like me. You can go for paisley prints. Also a must have and is in trend this summer. Jill Sanders and Stella McCartney’s collections are inspired by this lovely print.

Yellow – Certainly, yellow is ALWAYS the color of the summer season. It steals the spotlight with its different shades from sunny yellows to warm yellows. It’s always in style to add a pinch of this color.

20’s – With The Great Gatsby release in the movies, this season’s fashion was highly influenced by the 20’s fashion. With sleek short hair style, conservative yet sharp clothes and clothe hats, the runway was filled with art deco designs, a variety of pleats and glitters and low waisted dresses with fullness at the hemline. It screams sophistication and sexy.

Pyjama – One of the key fashion trends that Spring/Summer has for us is Pyjamas! These trousers in highly patterned clothes makes the floral designs look not over feminine. Patterns of ethnic, animal prints, florals and to almost any print can be eye-catching (in a good way) when paired with adorable top and sexy high heels.

Sportswear – Let’s get physical. With summer already here, there’s no excuse not to stay outdoors. It’s best to brag your sportswear in line with this season’s hottest designs. Why not?

Grids and Checkboards – New patterns! J I’m so happy to see new patterns in style this summer. Although we’d be sticking to blacks, the black and white combination looks refreshing and clean.

Neon – This one’s for the daring fashionistas. With bright yellows, hot pinks and show-stopping orange; be prepared to be the center of attention! This trend is new and is for the young and young at heart. Definitely a trend not to miss out!

Till next season!

❤

Pauline