Women’s Trends
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Afternoon DELIGHTS For ladies who lunch—and for ladies who work straight through the afternoon—“the lunch dress” is a wardrobe must-have for this season. Sure, your reliable, monochromatic shift dress has always been a go-to for taking you from day to night. But this summer, large scale florals—we’re talking big blooms—can go from playful yet professional to edgy evening wear with just a few accessory swaps. Look to brands like Zimmermann for super modern, garden-inspired patterns. When you think of a day dress, minis and midis come to mind. But this season, slinky slip dresses in bold patterns are a cool alternative. A graphic cheetah print option from L’Agence can really show off your wild side. But, if you prefer to keep it short, patterned mini-dresses that incorporate any (or all) of the season’s hottest hues— lilac, cobalt blue, pink, coral or red—will turn heads at cocktail time.
From top left, Zimmermann, A.L.C., Veronica Beard
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It’s official—trousers have taken over our wardrobes. In seasons past, the wide-leg pants dominated workwear, but for spring and summer, more casual styles are catching our eyes. While tweed, velvet and corduroy dominated the look in colder months, trousers in bright colors and fun prints are a fresh way to keep the trend going in the warmer weather. Why are we so in love with this popular pants trend? For starters, wide-leg cuts can elongate any body type, especially when worn with another of the season’s style stars—platform shoes. What’s more is that this style of slacks elevates even the most carefree look. Throw on a roomy pair of flat-front cotton trousers with a classic white T-shirt or muscle tee and a pair of Golden Goose sneakers to achieve maximum comfort and sophistication while running around town. Silk pants with a generous silhouette topped with a monochromatic cropped T-shirt create an effortlessly cool date night option. One more style tip: While white denim in summer never goes out of style, try swapping in a pair of white wide-leg pants to energize your favorite looks.
SET FOR SUMMER ’Tis the season to simplify. In the spirit of keeping things easy, matching short sets are effortless and can be worn anywhere. The pajamas-as-daywear trend continues but with some boudoir details added. Monochromatic satin button-front and drawstring boy shorts with feathered cuffs or lace accents take the look from lazy to luxe. If you are headed to a pool party or backyard BBQ on a sweltering, summer afternoon, don’t sweat it! Keep cool and look cute in a cotton crop top with smocking or puff sleeves and coordinated boy shorts. Or consider a throwback to a midcentury men’s summer look with matching toweling top and shorts, but in a bold, geometric print. Bring out your inner boss babe with a matching plaid blazer and shorts in bright colors from Veronica Beard. Need to dress it up? L’Agence’s white lace blazer and short set is perfect for a summer event. And while we are on the subject of white-hot looks, a billowy embroidered macramé cotton blouse and matching shorts from Dorothee Schumacher create the perfect breezy look to pack for any summer getaway. For cocktails after a long day at the shore or a cozy evening around the fire pit, a knit short set is as stylish as it is comfy.
G A R M A N Y SPRING/SUMMER 2023
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