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Tammy Severino is the President of RPC Development, a business and development consulting firm for local businesses and not-for-profit organizations. She has more than 20 years of experience in writing, from business writing to journalism to creative writing, as well as in event planning for corporations, not-for-profit organizations and private clients. In her spare time, this fashionista follows and writes about fashion, travel, and other lifestyle topics. |
| Summer is here and, as usual, is flying by way too fast. If you are finding time fleeting and have yet to add to your summer wardrobe, the time is now to pick up the top trends before they disappear from the stores. If you missed Fashion Week and the latest issues of Vogue are nowhere to be found, fear not! These are my picks for a few must-have items to freshen up your summer threads. Dresses…summer dresses are light and lovely. This season, a simple slip dress is the one you must have in your closet. Go dark or light, but a little slip dress in a light, summer fabric (think linens and sheers) is the first item to scoop up. Flowered prairie dresses or ruffle dresses are also extremely popular and are available in every store and online shop. Maxi dresses are the still going strong as they have been for a number of years. This year’s versions take a page from each of the top styles, with long chiffon slip dresses, prairie looks and ruffled versions twinning with their much shorter sisters. Denim is a big hit this season as well, with mini-skirts and frayed shorts appearing in stores here, there and everywhere. Paired with a slip-style top or frilly tank top, your style will be spot on. Staying with casual styling, logo T-shirts are a top look for both men and women. Grab a shirt with your favorite saying and you will be both stylish and sporting a phrase that makes you smile. Off the shoulder is, perhaps, one of the biggest trends of the season. Whether a dress or a top, bare some shoulder when you head out this summer. You’ll find off the shoulder looks with handkerchief hems, ruffles, lace and other effects – choose the one you like best. Footwear and handbags are fun for the summer, as are sunglasses. Gladiator sandals with straps galore are the top trend, with all kinds of flats – pointy toed, patterned, ankle strapped and more – getting almost as much attention. For those preferring a heel, wedges and platforms are your perfect purchase to wear until the boots come back out. Mini backpacks are a best choice for summer pocketbooks along with large straw or woven totes. Each will do the trick for packing up your beach gear on these glorious, sunny days. Sunglasses are large and wide, with bright white rims or deep dark black. Whatever color you choose, the look will say summer glam. There are still lots of days to go before we all feel a chill in the air. Make the most of the summer season with a few strong summer fashion choices. With just a few new pieces, you will feel like your wardrobe has been refreshed and you are ready to take on the season. |
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