TREND ALERT: VELVET

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Photo Credit: Zara.com

I know what you’re thinking. “Who in her right mind wears velvet in the summer?”. Well, I am about to challenge you to do just that. I’m not encouraging you to step out in the sweltering heat in a head-to-toe velvet suit. I am, however, saying that a velvet accent here and there could be a nice refresher to your summer wardrobe. On top of that, I can almost guarantee you that no one else will be experimenting with this velvet trend just yet, so you will definitely be ahead of the pack. Here is a list of my favorite velvet pieces that you can purchase right now!

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Nude Velvet Dress: Zara (also available in yellow)

Monarch Victoriana Velvet Choker: Fallon Jewelry

Silence + Noise Crushed Velvet Crop Top: Urban Outfitters

Velvet Platform Sandals: Jil Sander

Velvet Tank Dress: American Apparel

Club L Velvet Midi Dress: ASOS

1970s Velvet Vintage Tank: Free People

Black Velvet Bodysuit: Zara (also available in pink)

Vintage Velvet Kimono: ASOS

Black Velvet Bomber Jacket: Missguided (also available in pink)

Pink Velvet Top: Zara (also available in mink)

Velvet Twist Scarf: American Apparel

Black Velvet Backpack: ASOS

Velvet Halter Jumpsuit: Forever 21

Monogram Quilted Velvet Shoulder Bag: Saint Laurent

Velvet Mini Dress: Missguided

Crushed Velvet High Apex Bralet: ASOS

Velvet Ankle Boots: Gianvito Rossi

I’M WITH THE BAND

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Photographed by Myrtle Potter

This summer, my go-to outfit has been an oversized t-shirt with jeans. It is such an easy look for when I’m in a rush and on the move. I love this particular band tee from Forever 21. The bleaching gives it a very cool vintage feel.

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Wayfarer Sunglasses: ASOS

Def Leppard Bleached Tee: Forever 21 x Vintage Wear LA

Handbag: Louis Vuitton

Gold Sandals: Zara

FOR THE FELLAS: ROCK N ROLL

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Photo Credit: ASOS.com

Rock n Roll music has been around forever and isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. The same can be said for rock n roll fashion. Band tees, moto jeans, chelsea boots, and leather jackets are just a few of the pieces that can make up any rocker look. Here is a list of even more clothing items and accessories that will keep you looking like a rock star and feeling like you’re with the band.

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Leopard Print Blazer: ASOS

Navy Blue Faux Leather Jacket: Zara

AAA Black Moto Zipper Jeans: Topman

Suede Chelsea Boots: Urban Outfitters

Skull T-Shirt: Zara

Black and Tan Stripe Bomber Jacket: Topman

Music Note Sterling Silver Necklace: Saint Laurent

Geometric High Top Sneakers: Zara

Round Metal Sunglasses: Urban Outfitters

Black Leather Belt: Gucci

Paint Effect Denim Shirt: Zara

Bleach Dye Tee: Urban Outfitters

Brad Slim Fit Floral Print Shirt: Alexander McQueen

Navy Blue Plain Shirt: Zara

Wide Brim Felt Fedora: Urban Outfitters

Levi’s Slim Fit Panelled Jeans: Vetements

TREND ALERT: PALM PRINTS

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Photo Credit: Saint Laurent

Summer has officially arrived! I know many of you will be heading out of town to your favorite tropical destinations to be surrounded by wildlife, beaches and palm trees. Even if you will not be making any trips this time of year, you can easily bring those tropical, island vibes to your wardrobe, as palm prints are making their mark on the runways. Here are some of my favorite palm print pieces on the market now:

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Palm Tree Print Satin Bomber Jacket: Saint Laurent

Palm Tree Print Sneakers: Zara

Active Palm Tree Leggings: Forever 21

Palm Print Bandeau Top: Topshop (and matching skirt)

Palm Tree Stud Earrings: Urban Outfitters x Seoul Little

Off The Shoulder Palm Blouse: H&M

Flocked Palm Tree Mesh Bodysuit: Missguided

Tropical Print Leather Backpack: Gucci

Fanned Palm Dress: Anthropologie

Palm Print Cross Back Slip Dress: Topshop

Printed Palm Brocade Bra Top: Dolce & Gabbana (and matching trousers)

Palm Tree Halter Dress: Forever 21

Palm Print Chiffon Trousers: Missguided

Palm Crop Top: Topshop

Palm Pattern Backpack: H&M

Monogram Fringe Palm Tree Clutch: Saint Laurent