How to rock the hottest summer pieces two different ways
Looking to style the hottest summer trends for your body type? Style experts Gail and Leslie Thompson share all the tips you need to rock the looks, whether you’re tall or short. Scroll on to shop the looks and watch the video clip above to get all the tips you need to style all your summer outfits.
Asymmetrical Top
The cut-out trend is so big right now, but not everyone necessarily feels comfortable having the cut-out at the waist. This top is a great alternative that gives you a cut-out but as the shoulder instead of an area where most of us might feel uncomfortable exposing. To dress it down, go for comfortable trousers and flat shoes. Take this into an evening look with a printed skirt that just skims over your body, making it perfect for summer.
SHOP: Sunday in Brooklyn Asymmetrical Cutout Top; $68 at Anthropologie | Printed Pants with Darts; $29.99 at Zara | Strappy Low Heel Leather Sandals; $49.90 at Zara | Wild for You Satin Midi Skirt; $16 at Fashion Nova | Thin Strap Chunky Heeled Thong Sandals; $47 at Shein | Lake Life Preppy Circle Drop Earrings; $54 at Anthropologie
Co-ordinated Short Set Look
This look is a no-brainer. Add even more colour by adding a hot pink tank to this yellow short set. Or step it up with a blazer and a belt to create a waistline.
SHOP: River Island Oversized Button-Detail Blazer; $150 at The Bay | River Island Pleated Flared Shorts; $80 at The Bay | River Island Lapel-Collar Double-Breasted Blazer; $112 at The Bay | River Island Boucle Raw-Hem Flared Shorts; $56 at The Bay | Cropped Crew Neck Ribbed Tank Top; $20.93 at Reitmans | Brooke Ankle Tie Flat Sandal; $10 at Just Fab | Pillow Walk Contesa Ankle Strap Heel; $84.98 at Aldo
Sequin Dress
We love sequins for both day and night! If you’re on the taller side, you can’t always get pieces to really fit your silhouette right off the rack. With a mini dress, we suggest wearing it as a top as an easy fix. A simple tuck at the waistline is all it takes. For a daytime look, pair it with denim shorts at the length that feels most comfortable for you.
SHOP: Glittery Sequined Dress; $49.99 at H&M | Pauline Clear Shoes; $140 at Steve Madden | High Rise Shorts; $45.90 at Zara
Shirt Dress
The versatility of a shirt dress is truly undefeated! Wear it off the shoulder, tied at the waist and unbuttoned to show off your legs. If you need a little bit more coverage, add a pair of shorts underneath. Add a pair of fun slides and a statement belt to finish the look.
SHOP: Long Sleeve Stretch Poplin Shirtdress; $106.23 at Universal Standard | Pillow Walk Goani Slide Sandal; $39.98 at Aldo | Printed High-Waisted Shorts; $49.90 at Zara | Pillow Walk Annabrilden High Heel Sandal; $110 at Aldo
White Vest
This is a great office look because it’s super tailored and sophisticated. It can keep you cool during the summer commute to the office and could easily be worn over a dress or paired with jeans. Or make a full statement with these mesh rhinestone pants to add a little sparkle.
SHOP: Dressy Vest with Buttons; $49.99 at Penningtons | Wide-Leg Cropped Chambray Pant; $27.45 at Reitmans | Pauline Clear Shoes; $140 at Steve Madden | Oversized Pocket Vest; $59.99 at Zara | Black Mesh Diamante Wide-Leg Pants; $41 at Pretty Little Things | High-Waisted Pants; $49.90 at Zara | Quilted Shoulder Bag; $29.99 at H&M
Slip Dress
This is such a perfect summer piece for dressing up or down. If you are on the shorter side, wear it with a simple white shirt tied at the waist to create length. And if you’re on the taller side, pair the dress with a great printed belt and blazer to create an elegant figure-flattering look.
SHOP: Elyse Bias Slip Dress; $120 at Anthropologie | Pauline Clear Shoes; $140 at Steve Madden | Single-breasted Jacket; $49.99 at H&M | Leopard Belt; $19.98 at Amazon | Oversized Poplin Shirt; $22.99 at Zara
