Clockwise from top left:
J.Crew silk keyhole top (with code EXTRA 30)
Rhyme Los vegan leather skirt
ASOS aviator sunglasses
Gomax heel sandal (love this leopard version!)
ASOS A Novel clutch (with code TAKE10)
Kenneth Jay Lane enamel earrings
Tag: mirrored sunglasses
Photos: Heidi Klum & Alessandra Ambrosio; Courtesy of celebritybabyscoop.com, justjared.com.
As you can see from above, we moved from classic blue to crisp white today! How can we get through summer without a perfect pair of white shorts? They just make everything instantly summer-ready, even the dark black or warm brown.
The pure, clean color makes a perfect canvas for beautiful printed tops, be it a bold animal print version like the one on Heidi Klum (above left) or an tropical ombre shirt like seen on Alessandra Ambrosio (above right) which slightly dresses up the look, makes you stand out effortlessly.
Instead of wearing ankle boots that we usually do with blue denim, team your fresh white shorts with sandals: casual Gizeh version for a laid-back weekend or embellished strappy ones for hanging out with friends or a casual date.
To let all eyes focus on your top, pay attention to the accessories: they need to compliment your clothing without competing. The best way to do so is to keep them in a similar color family of your clothing, like the two stars did here: one chose earthy brown and warm gold to go with the white, another opted for cool blue and silver.
Top: Equipment (also here)
Shorts: Current/Elliott (great style on sale here & here)
Shoes: Birkenstock
Bag: MICHAEL Michael Kors (great alternative here & here)
Sunglasses: Ray-Ban
Hat: Columbia
Top: Acne (similar here & here)
Shorts: Current/Elliott (great style on sale here & here)
Shoes: Sam Edelman (also here; featured here)
Bag: Dooney & Bourke (similar here; on Alessandra Ambrosio here)
Sunglasses: Ray-Ban (also here; $20 here!)
Modern Way Of Skin Revealing
Photos: Elena Perminova; Courtesy of vanessajackman.blogspot.com, aloveisblind.tumblr.com.
I still remember that in the 80s, followed Madonna’s lead, my cool aunt loved wearing crop tops. This season, the trend came back! But definitely not with those shorts hanging on the hips. The above two looks of Elena Perminova are my favorite so far, and they are perfect examples of how to rock this “new” trend in a modern sophisticated way.
The key to baring midriff without looking vulgar is playing it coy, showing a hint of skin by teaming them with high waist pants or skirts. For sleeveless crop tops, I prefer to go with loose fitted, relaxed pants or over-the-knee skirt to balance the bare arms.
Details also make a huge difference. As showed on Elena Perminova, edgy modern accessories (like mirrored sunglasses and translucent pumps) and simple sophisticated color palettes (from fresh blue and white combo to urban chic neutrals) really elevate the whole look.
Top: Topshop (great style here)
Trousers: Mango (more options here)
Bag: CC Skye
Shoes: Manolo Blahnik (similar here & here)
Sunglasses: KW ($10! adore this aviator version!)
Jacket: Burberry (great alternative here & here)
Pants: Vince (60% off here! similar here)
Shoes: Sam Edelman
Sunglasses: Tory Burch (also love this pair)