In the winter, New Yorkers can’t get enough of their blacked out and dark wardrobe, but as summer comes around everyone knows it’s time to take a lighter approach to life. Personally, I still attempt to keep my look simple and under the radar so I avoid extravagant colors by sticking with the lighter, neutral hues; gray, white, light blue, etc. The color compatibility of these pigments have no limit and are easily found on almost every type of clothing garment imaginable. Therefore, many outfits can be easily executed without an extensive number of pieces.
White is probably one of the most popular summer color amongst Fashionistas and Fashionistos. If kept clean, it helps bring out the sun’s tan on the skin and presents a very well-groomed look. It also brings out the details and accents of the accessories and other unique pieces a wearer could be showcasing. On the other hand, unlike the color black, an all-white outfit is much more difficult to pull off and keep up with. While some can pull the look off, it is safer to opt for the combination of white and other light colors, as seen with this Fashionisto’s outfit.
This Fashionisto throws it back with his minimalist modern day look with a twist of 1970s style. He wears a well-fitted heathered white V-neck that forms the base of his clean, bright look and complements his complexion. Rather than risking it all and going for a white-out, this Fashionisto mixes it up and opts for stone-washed denim. Stone washed denim originated in the 1970s and has been overshadowed by its darker washed siblings over the past few years. Summer is the perfect time to resurrect this look because it blends so well with white, just adding a touch of color when needed. As for the sneakers, the original color way of the adidas Stan Smith is the sneaker of choice. Such a clean and simple look that also originated in the 1970s has withstood the test of time. Its white base and small green accents make it a perfect go-to shoe for the summer season. Lastly, his umber shades help tie the whole outfit together by forming a contrast that makes what he is wearing below the shoulders appear complete.
Overall, this Fashionistos decision to play it simple and keep it classic is more aesthetically pleasing than any combination of bright colors and extravagant patterns. The white really stands out in a manner that is easy on the eyes, and the small touches of color give the outfit a light essence.
How To: Most of us have some light colored top, but lighter colored bottoms are not as popular. Don’t be afraid to try stone washed denim or even lighter colored shorts or trousers because summer is the perfect time to experiment. Just make sure they are consistent with the simplicity of your look.
