WHY I LOVE SUMMER

With the warmer weather, and us Yorkies almost being done school (FINALLY), summer is just around the corner. This means free time, BBQs, frozen drinks, pools, flowers, beaches and so much more good stuff. Of course summer also means a change from our outfits that try to keep us warm to an effortless wardrobe. I mean how easy is it to slip on some shorts and a tank?

My favourite fashions of summer include:


AVIATOR SUNGLASSES- these fun sunglasses add a touch of cool to any outfit. Grab them while you are walking out the door on a sunny day to protect your eyes and add a touch of fun to your outfit. I picked up a great pair for 6 bucks at Forever 21.


FLIP FLOPS- say goodbye to running shoes and boots for the season. It’s time to slip on these comfy shoes. Flip flops are my favourite because they come in any colour imaginable, with any pattern or print, and of course they are super cheap so you can buy a pair for every outfit.


SUMMER DRESSES- I am loving dresses right now, so I love when summer comes around because I don’t need any special occasion to wear a dress. A pretty floral dress can take you from the beach to the club with minimal outfit changes! They are also so flowy and comfortable.


BATHING SUITS- I know a lot of people get intimidated by bathing suits, but I love them.
There is something about their cool patterns and bright colours that have me addicted to buying them. I usually buy at least one bathing suit every summer, so my collection is pretty big right now and my bathing suit can change depending on the occasion. Last year I splurged on a metallic gold one and I love it, I wear it all the time; it was definitely worth the money.


DENIM SHORTS AND SKIRTS- these two bottoms might just be my favourite pieces of summer, but it’s hard to say. There is something about denim shorts and skirts that scream summer to me. They go with any possible shirt you want to wear and are great to wear over bathing suits too. I know I will certainly be adding a few more of each to my closet this summer.


BEACH BAGS- these huge bags can hold anything. Most of them are made from durable materials so you can pack way more than what you would actually need for a day on the beach. I love that you can match them to your bathing suit or outfit too, playing with colours and patterns is some of the fun of summer.


Those are some of my favourite summer fashions, what are some of yours? Remember summer is the time when you are free, adventurous and wild, so apply this to your clothing as well. Don’t be afraid to take chances when it comes to colours, cuts or styles. If you think you can pull it off then you can! It’s pretty hard to have a fashion faux pas in the summer; however I’m telling you now leave the socks and sandals at home.

10 ITEMS THAT SHOULD BE IN ANY GIRL'S CLOSET

We all know that there are staples of any wardrobe. Some are specific to the individual while others would look great in any closet. Something they all have in common is that they are always comfortable, fashionable, timeless and can complete an outfit. Here’s a list of some great pieces of any wardrobe (or dresser—for those accessories).

PLAIN TANK- a solid ribbed tank is the perfect thing to wear when you happen to be in a rush or want a laidback look. They are also great to wear under sheer shirts, or if you want some added length for your shirt. Get a bunch of colours and layer them!

SUNGLASSES- find a great pair of sunglasses that you can’t leave home without, and splurge if you have to. Sunglasses are an instant touch of glamour and can really add something to your outfit. Depending on the pair you choose your outfit can look glam, rock, retro or preppy.

LITTLE BLACK DRESS- it’s cliché, but that’s because it works. It is important to have this piece in your wardrobe because you can wear it to any event. The neutral colour allows you to change your outfit completely with different shoes and jewelry.

QUALITY JEANS- jeans are what most of us are wearing on a day-to-day basis. They take us from day to night, casual to a little dressy so it is so essential to have a great pair of jeans. A darker wash can help you turn your outfit to nightwear. Go to the fitting rooms and try some on, ask for help, do research until you have found the perfect pair. This is the place to splurge because feeling great equals looking great.

FLATS, PUMPS, BOOTS- these three are placed together because they all fit the shoe category and you probably have them all in the same place in your closet. The key rule for all of these is that they fit and are comfortable. If you are on your feet all day let your shoes do some of the work. Flats are great for both a casual and elegant look when the right ones are paired with the right outfit. For the heels try something different, go with a classic toe, not so pointed but not too round. Finally the boot, it’s up to you whether it has a heel or not but black or brown leather makes for a stylish pair.

SIGNATURE PIECE OF JEWELRY- by this I don’t just mean a string of pearls (however they certainly work) but instead something that is all your own and that makes a splash. This might end up being a piece of costume jewelry and there is nothing wrong with that, in fact some of the best pieces of jewelry are costume.

HEADBAND OR HAIR PIECE- it’s important to have a hair accessory that you can just slip in when having a bad hair day. The right hair accessory can fix a bad hair day. I’m really liking peacock feather headbands right now—pick one up or try making your own!

POLO- again a polo is one of those pieces that can carry you over from different events just with a change in accessory. There important to your wardrobe because they can be worn with just about anything and create totally different looks. Experiment by layering with other shirts of different colours, and if you have to layer your polos, please no more than two!