10 Summer Trends To Look Out for During Lockdown
In light of the coronavirus outbreak, it may seem hard to find clothes to rock when the only place to rock them is in the family room. Fashion has been turned on its head: sky-high pumps and evening frocks have been taken out of the spotlight, and slippers and loungewear have rolled in as acceptable replacements. Nonetheless, summer trends are still surfacing amid life in lockdown, and there’s no better time than now to start sporting some of this season’s most popular styles. Check out the roundup below of the most popular designs to show off while social distancing—because the grocery store aisle is technically a runway, right?
Bucket Hats
A fisherman’s former fashion companion, this accessory has now become a street style staple. The sporty design shields your face from the sun while serving as a playful addition to any seaside attire.
Tie-Dye
Multicolored loungewear is all the rage, worn by everyone from millennial bloggers to TikTok stars. Invest in a matching tie-dye loungewear set, coupled with a pastel sneaker, to tap into the trend.
Drawstring Waistlines
It’s “choose your adventure”—summer style edition. Take the reins over how you want your garment to rest: either let it hang loose or cinch the waist for a more defined figure.
Side Cutouts
Peekaboo slits on the side of the body are extremely flattering, as they create more length in the torso. Wear the design to your next summer celebration to make the ultimate style statement.
Wrap Sandals
An extra 15 minutes may be required to tie your sandals up the ankle, but the time investment is well worth it. Compliment your standout shoe with a shorter dress or skirt to make your legs appear longer.
Metallics
While face masks may conceal your identity, a shiny fabric guarantees that your individualism shines through. Add a single metallic accent to your ensemble (i.e., a shirt, bracelet or sneaker) to slay social distancing in style.
Baseball Hats
Sporting events may be suspended, but casual caps still stand. Baseball hats not only combat bedhead, but they also exude a “cool girl” vibe when accompanied by denim clothing.
Color-Tinted Sunglasses
Say goodbye to signature black and gray aviators—colored spectacles are a Summer ‘20 beach day essential. Pair the style with your fave swimsuit and flip-flops to ensure the look is put-together.
Puff Sleeves
Next time you reach for a product on the grocery store shelf, your sleeves will certainly serve as a barrier that blocks surrounding germs. Be sure to pair it with subdued jean shorts and skirts so that your ensemble remains tasteful.
Pinstripes
Despite the shift to at-home work stations, this business-casual print has never been more popular. Pinstripes slim and elongate parts of the body, so adopt the pattern for instant proportion-perfecting magic.
Additional reporting by personal stylist Lucy Bedewi.