Rules of Summer

 Temperature is rising, but your style doesn't need 

to plummet. Keep it fresh with these 12 EASY 

UPDATES.

1   Loose-Fitting Pants

Isabel Marant 

Charlize Theron in Dior

Harem, dhoti, slouchy: No matter what you call them, loose-fitting pants are the pair to have for the warm months ahead. Team with a vest  and a tank or a soft jacket.

2 The Printed Dress
 

Stella McCartney

Be it a beautiful bouquet of florals, a pattern is this summer's top option for rocking a feminine frock. I love this maxi version by Stella McCartney. 

3  A High-Fashion Watch

  

Chanel Watch

 A bright-blue bezel is a sporty spin. Chanel's new J12 Marine timepiece boasts not only a high-tech appeal but high fashion as well. Act fast: Time's a-ticking.

4   The White Blazer

Hermès

SJP in Stella McCartney

Take a dramatic approach to outerwear with an all-white blazer. Whether you prefer a structured variation or a looser cut, this time-honored staple is a summer winner. (As seen at Hermès.)

 

 

5   Leather Shorts

I saw the edgy material show up in all sorts of styles this season, from fitted tees to full-on dresses. My fave? The tailored short, which was pulled off with élan by labels like Céline (shown).

6  Sunglasses

Channel your inner material girl with a pair of sunglasses designed by Madonna, from her new MDG capsule collection for Dolce & Gabbana. 

7   Clogs 

Céline wedge

Step into summer with clogs. The sturdy wood-heeled accessory is all the rage for sandals this season.

8   The Woven Bag

Bottega Veneta

No longer allowed only for beachgoing, the woven straw bag has found its place in day-to-day fashion. Pick up the no-nonsense carryall to match almost any ensemble, much as Tomas Maier did with neutral-toned outfits at Bottega Veneta, which were shown with wear-with-everything leather Cabat bags. Lightweight and luxe, for sure.

9   Coral Polish

Come summer, everyone wants their toes and hands to shine. Spice up your nails with a coral-infused polish. I think this striking shade will keep you looking resort chic.

10   The Army-Green Jacket

Balmain

Rag & Bone

Alexa Chung in Louis Vuitton

The military-inspired topper is officially reporting for duty. Get in on the action with a worn-in anorak. Alexa Chung saluted the style by wearing a Louis Vuitton patch-pocket jacket with tights. She’s not the only one  in supporting the relaxed staple. Balmain's Christophe Decarnin and Rag & Bone's David Neville and Marcus Wainwright paired shirts and jackets with shorts and skirts for the runway (shown above). For a more everyday look, the lasting fave would also look great over a flirty dress or a harem pant.

11   Pastels

Calvin Klein

Francisco Costa's all-the-colors-of-the-rainbow palette comes to life in his lightweight summer dresses at Calvin Klein. Bubble-gum pink, acid yellow, ice blue, and aquamarine are some of the chicest colors of the season, and adding metallic accessories to the look is the perfect finishing touch.

12  Stripes

  

Fall in line with all things nautical for the season ahead. A good way to navigate this trend is by starting with a striped shirt. It doesn't matter what color or cut you choose, it will always be in fashion. Note:Kate Moss in a Chanel jacket.

  

XOXO

~H