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from BC the Mag Late Spring '22

by Bergen County the Magazine

from BC the Mag Late Spring '22, page 46

Article from: BC the Mag Late Spring '22

BEAUTY

GEARING UP FOR Sizzling SUMMER TRENDS

By SoneCa guadara

The sun is out, and the days are getting longer. You can almost smell the faint aroma of sizzling barbeque, sunscreen and salty air, can’t you? This can only mean one thing, it’s nearly summertime. Here are the top summer fashion trends that will be making a splash.

BRIGHTER DAYS AHEAD Gone are drab greys and harsh blacks. The time has come to re-evaluate your capsule wardrobe and inject some life into your outfits. One of the biggest fashion trends 2022 has to offer is bold, attention-grabbing columns of color. From cobalt blue to cheerful yellow, a rainbow of colors saturated the runways. The effect? A mood boosting head turning statement looks. The brighter the color, the better. Hues of vibrant pink, neon orange and dazzling green all rocked the runways. My personal favorites being electric green and hot pink – no doubt that will be this summer’s hottest color block combo.

CUT-OUTS The cut-out trend is back and better than ever. As it turns out, cut-out dresses have been sneaking back into style over the past few fashion seasons and now they are truly with us again. As the term suggests, strategically placed cut outs to add a bit of spice to an otherwise conventional silhouette, varying from sensual to full blow risqué (depending on the location and size of those slivers of skin, of course). Do not feel dismayed, because the cut-out trend can be worn by every body size.

COTTAGE CORE Cottage core is an aesthetic and fashion style inspired by romanticized rural and farm lifestyles interpretations. Think rare countryside scenery, nostalgic peasant dresses. Escaping to a summer cottage for a long weekend? Don’t forget to pack all things crochet, eyelet and lace. The cottage core trend has quickly transformed from a niche aesthetic to a way of life. With a new wave of homesteaders and back-to-the-landers, it’s no surprise that cottage core tops the summer 2022 fashion trend charts. Join this movement that’s rooted in femininity by seeking out garden florals like teensy daisy and hand-painted dandelion prints. Draw your color inspiration from Mother Nature with earthy shades like sage, sunset peach and calming lavender. Planning to pick wildflowers and tend to your summer harvest? Shade your face with a woven sun hat and protect your feet with wooden clogs or leather sandals.

FEATHERS AND FRINGE Feathers in fashion are nothing new. After all, Marie Antoinette was known for wearing plumes in her hair to show off her extravagance way back in the 1700s. From Dior to Balmain, the effortless movement of dramatic fringe brought their runways to life. The perfect combination of freedom and joy – something we have all been lacking. Whether it’s a full skirt embellished with tiers of feathers or a top with fringe accented sleeves, don’t be afraid to wear these dynamic pieces. Please note, there is something for everyone to be part of this fashion trend.

Y2K REVIVAL You may be asking yourself what this trend is and the answer is a revival of fashion dating back to the late 1990s and early 2000s. Fashion trends are cyclical and it’s no surprise that many of the fashion trends from back then are having a comeback, except for UGGs. They never went out of style. Think velour track suits (Yes, they are back), small bags, bright accessories, low rise jeans and finally the bucket hat, which, I must admit, I still have some of the previously listed because I loved those trends back then. How lucky am I to be able to get to use them all over again? PLATFORM SHOES Remember the Brat dolls that ruled with a vengeance, apparently Donatella Versace did – hence the groovy pumps that soared across the catwalk. The shoe is for fashion fans that want to be seen, so pair them with a glitzy mini dress to command attention.

REGENCY CORE Have you ever wanted to feel like royalty without the commitment? Then this trend might be for you. It’s more glam than cottage core and it’s Bridgerton-inspired. For example, statement sleeves and corsets are staples in both aesthetics, but unlike cottage core, regency core is inspired by high-society, meaning these shared styles should be executed more glamorously. An empire waist dress might paired with elevated kitten heels and pearl accessories. In the days of dopamine dressing, there’s no such thing as going overboard, especially if you’re headed somewhere special.

Soneca Guadara is a personal fashion stylist who makes her clients feel beautiful and confident. When Soneca is not working her magic assisting her clients, she can be found working backstage at New York Fashion Week, working on location shoots and contributing as an on-air fashion/style expert and style writer. You can follow Soneca on her Instagram –@StyledBySoneca – for weekly tips.