It’s that time of year again! Summer is upon us, which means summer fashion is upon us as well. That’s right, it’s time to dig through your closet for those old faded denim shorts to combat the summer weather. Break out your favorite flowing dress, gladiator sandals and sunglasses because this one’s gonna be hot. I’m sweating thinking about it already. Dressing for the heat is something that I tend to struggle with every year. How do I translate my style and stay comfortable at the same time? What if it’s too cold for my outfit inside and too hot outside? Do I need to bring a sweater?
The answer I have discovered over my past 21 years of warm forecast days is… Accessories! Yes, accessories. Think about it. When putting an outfit together, do you ever feel like it’s just not enough? It feels like it is missing something. It needs a focal point. In the summer, when less is more (thanks to the heat) sometimes you need to pick an accessory and build your outfit around that element. For example, a chunky necklace, a pair of laced up sandals, a fringe bag or maybe a hat. A hat can save you from frizzy hair on a humid day. It can block you from getting any painful sunburn. It can be the cure to your fashion boredom. A hat can be just what you need to spice up your summer style.
This Fashionista is modeling a felt fashion hat with her summer look. She’s wearing American Eagle Outfitters lace soft shorts for ultimate comfy-cuteness paired with black fringe heels. She’s sporting an Urban Outfitters white crop top—a staple in a summer wardrobe—and a Free People gold bohemian choker, this year’s hottest new trend. In this case, her American Eagle Outfitters hat really ties together this sunny ensemble, but hats can be tricky. A hat draws attention to a look. It highlights your face, and provides a daring quality to your outfit. When choosing to style a hat with your clothes, it’s important to think about the best hat style for your face shape and your own personal style. There’s a variety of hats out there to choose from, but specifically for the summer season you could look for: a sunhat, a baseball cap, a floppy hat or a fedora.
It’s a big fashion statement and most people don’t think they can pull it off. Wrong. Don’t be intimidated! To find the perfect hat for you, it takes a lot of trial and error. It may take some searching, but when done right, a hat can reward you with major cool girl/guy vibes.
How To: Get out of your comfort zone! If you see a hat that piques your interest when out shopping, give it a try. Remember to always try on a hat in the mirror before purchasing to make sure it fits your face shape. A hat that’s too big is a big no-no.
