With summer being right around the corner and the gradual rise in temperature, people are beginning to trade out their winter wardrobe for their summer wardrobe. To stay cool and be cool this summer, people might look into gathering a variety of clothing and finding innovative ways to put pieces together. Here are four summer clothing essentials and ways to style them.
Shorts
Shorts are a classic and timeless piece of clothing that many people reach for each summer due to their breathability and comfort. The most popular styles of shorts within the past year are jorts (jean shorts that fall below the knees) and low-rise shorts. A newer trend, popularized by TikTok for this summer, is cargo shorts.
Freshman Miguel De Los Reyes shared that he will be referencing new trends and older trends in his outfits for this summer.
“I think I’m going to wear, like, Dickies shorts. Maybe jorts, but I’ve worn them a lot last year. And maybe, like, camo shorts or cargo shorts,” De Los Reyes said.
Cargo shorts pair well with a plain t-shirt, but the accessories are what provides a new touch to the outfit. A brown belt and brown shoes is one way to style them for a clean, cohesive look.
Skirts
Skirts are another clothing item that people turn to once temperatures start to rise. It is a cute way to stay cool and add a flowiness to an outfit that matches the freshness of summer.
“I want to do, like, very whimsical stuff over the summer. So I want to have, like, very free, flowy outfits, so I’m not, like, very restricted. So, like, a lot of skirts,” senior Marley Herrera said.
Skirts are usually the statement piece of the outfit, which is why they are commonly worn with a plain top. A patterned skirt, a plain tank top, jewelry, platform sandals and a pair of sunglasses is a simple, but perfect look for most summer days.
Tank Tops
Tank tops are the summer go-to item for many people. It is the easiest way to cool off as it limits the amount of coverage beyond the chest. It is also versatile because it can be paired with almost anything or altered to change the fit and style.
“It feels, like, good to have, like, my top on. And if anything I can, always shorten it or make it longer,” sophomore Emmy Lopez said.
One way to change the look of a tank top is to cross the straps over one another to create a criss-cross effect on the front and back. Pair this new top with jeans, a black belt, black flip flops, black sunglasses, and a red purse for a pop of color.
Birkenstocks
Shoes are just as important to a summer wardrobe as clothing. The right shoes make or break an outfit, and provide different vibes and comfort for different occasions. Birkenstocks are a versatile shoe that is ideal for summer because of the different styles offered. For example, the Birkenstock sandals are good for a day at the beach, whereas Birkenstock clogs are ideal for strolling around downtown.
“I’ll probably just be wearing my Birks all day,” junior Ethan Okazaki said.
Birkenstocks are comfortable and casual, so the rest of the outfit should emulate a similar vibe. A plain t-shirt, gray jeans and a black belt are fit for a chill day in the summer.
