So yesterday morning I thought it was probably a good time to work on a post about trends for Spring and Summer. And then my day went on and I burned my arm pulling a pork roast out of the oven and my front teeth continued to hurt and Caroline spray painted her hair pink.
Thankfully, it was temporary hair color spray.
But the point is that I started to get overwhelmed with my day. Yet it felt like now or never for the trends because fashion waits for no man. Or something like that.
Anyway, here are five trends. I’ll wait until next Friday to write about the last five.
1. colored denim
I think this is universally known at this point. You can’t throw a rock without hitting someone in a pair of colored jeans. And, really, you shouldn’t throw rocks at people.
Unless maybe they’re a size zero and look perfectly darling in a pair of tiny hot pink jeans.
There is also another level of this trend to enhance denim. It’s known as the printed jean. I’m just not sure I can go there because it brings back memories of some pinstriped Guess jeans I had in eighth grade.
And, also, because I’m forty.
Yet I could be persuaded by something like this pair of stilleto polka dot jeans.
I also tried on a pair of celebrity pink jeans the other day and they are so soft it’s unbelievable. But I didn’t buy them because the hot pink color was just a little too hot pink.
And my friend that works at Nordstrom told me that not your daughter’s jeans come in a million different colors and are so comfortable. Plus you don’t have to worry about your rear end hanging out. Which is always a bonus.
But you can find colored jeans just about anywhere. Gap, Target, Old Navy. They’re everywhere.
2. embellished flat sandals
I’m in desperate need of a new pair of flat sandals that I can wear all summer long because my old ones are literally hanging on by a thread. It’s just a matter of time before they give out on me.
I really like these grason sandals.
And I ADORE these braidey sandals. But they’re a little pricey.
But the good news is that Target has these darling emeline braided sandals in a bunch of cute colors and they’re only $14.99.
I may also be leaning towards these jessica sandals by Yellow Box.
I’m very indecisive.
3. blazers
Blazers are a big trend right now. And I am ALL ABOUT the blazer in the cooler months. But blazers don’t really lend themselves to summer wear when you’re in South Texas. Unless you’re inside in the air conditioning.
But this isn’t just about me. And I do love the way they look paired with a pair of cuffed jeans, sandals and a tank underneath. Or maybe with a pair of shorts if you still wear shorts.
This pop color blazer is great and comes in a few different colors.
And I love this vintage eyelet blazer from The Loft.
This linen one-button blazer from Nordstrom is also a good option.
Or you could go with something like this color-tipped blazer that is a huge hit with people who normally shop at Brooks Brothers. Which is to say that it would look great if you have any yachting trips in your future.
And I realize this isn’t a blazer, but I kind of like this green denim jacket for something a little different.
4. lace/eyelet
Lace is a big trend. Or eyelet. Or basically anything white with holes in it. Except for underwear.
But it looks great dressed down with colored jeans. Or you can dress it up with black pants and heels.
This eyelet bateau dress is so pretty.
I believe we all know I’d wear it with some turquoise jewelry.
And this dollface dress is really cute and comes in lime green or red.
This vintage eyelet dress is a really affordable option.
Or you could go with something like this lace flutter top from Forever 21.
Speaking of, I just bought a dress that’s really similar to this tulle lace dress from Forever 21. I’d show it to you but I can’t find it online. Anyway, it’s too short for me to wear as a dress but I’ve worn it with leggings and boots. I’ve also worn it belted with skinny jeans. Either way works.
I keep waiting for this watermelon ice dress to go on sale because it looks so cool and comfortable for summer.
And if I had ANYWHERE to wear a one-shouldered dress, I’d buy this karlie one-shouldered dress in a heartbeat. I’m looking at you, Auburn and Florida girls.
5. bold prints
Prints. It’s all about the prints. Graphic prints, floral prints, geometric prints. It doesn’t matter. They should be bright and bold and maybe a little mod.
I love this windblown anemone dress from Anthropologie. But it doesn’t go with my life.
But you could do something like this smock waist printed dress with a bright foliage print.
Or I love this soul to steal dress with all gold jewelry.
And this in her own league dress is so different. I love the blues.
Or you could always just go with a geo print blouse. There are a million different tops out there with various prints.
And I believe God intended for us to wear our prints on top. Not on bottom.
But maybe that’s just me.
Y’all have a great Friday.