It’s that time of the year when everyone is jetting off on vacation, including the fashion girlies. Whether they are sailing to a faraway island, unwinding in the countryside, or exploring cityscapes, the fashion crowd has a common thread-or should we say threads–tying their wardrobes together. No matter where they’re spending the summer, the “It” girls are all packing the same items. What are they, you ask. Well, scroll down to discover Buro247ME’s guide to the ultimate cool girl summer.
FARM FRESH T-SHIRTS
Fruit and veggie printed t-shirts are dominating the summer 2024 trend charts. While cherry prints are the undoubted winner, graphic tees embossed with everything from kiwis, chillies, lemons, mandarins, and even olives are popping up on our social feeds. The best way to style them? Opt for an oversized t-shirt and pair it with a breezy maxi skirt, et voilà.
RAFFIA HANDBAGS
Need we say more? In the recent past, raffia handbags have established themselves as the ultimate summer accessory, and the trend is going stronger than ever this summer. The diamond of the season? The flower adorned Sézane ‘Justine’ bag. While Loewe will (probably) never be dethroned as the ultimate raffia bag brand, this season, the cool girls seemed to have agreed on a more accessible arm candy by Sézane, making it the raffia hero of the summer 2024.
WHITE MAXI SKIRTS
One of the biggest summer 2024 trends, white maxi skirts will be your best friend through the warm The summer months call for light and breezy white maxi skirts, providing both comfort and versatility. Whether you’re heading to the beach or a city stroll, these skirts can be dressed up or down effortlessly. Pair them with tube tops, bralettes, or romantic broderie tops for a casual look. Consider adding a touch of whimsy and romance with a tie-front blouse and layered with accessories like necklaces, hats, and sandals for a bohemian goddess vibe.
FLOWER HAIRCLIPS
Hairclips are essential for staying comfortable on hot, humid summer days when you can’t stand having your hair sticking to your neck. Try swapping out your regular claw clips for the latest trend: flower clips. They are perfect for adding a touch of style to your summer look while keeping your hair off your face.
BUBBLE SKIRTS AND DRESSES
One of the hottest summer 2024 trends, bubble skirts and dresses are the ultimate must-have. Versatile and breezy, the trend is easy to style in myriad ways. Whether you’re aiming for a night out or a chic daytime look, this trend has got you covered. Its structured shape beautifully accentuates the waist, making it flattering for all body types. To rock a bubble skirt, keep the top simple, play with bold colors, and accessorize wisely. Elevate your look with heels or keep it casual with flats.
CHARM NECKLACES
This summer, elevate your accessory game with charm necklaces. These versatile pieces can be worn on their own for a simple, understated look, or layered with other necklaces to create a unique and eclectic style. With a wide range of charms to choose from, including symbols, initials, and meaningful trinkets, charm necklaces allow you to express your personality and tell your story through your jewelry. Pro tip: opt for marine-inspired charms to stay on top of the summer 2024 trends.
TIE-FRONT TOPS
Get ready to tie your look together with the breeziest summer 2024 trend– tie front tops. These chic and versatile tops offer a fresh take on casual and dressy outfits. With their adjustable and flattering silhouette, tie front tops are perfect for adding a touch of laid-back elegance to your summer wardrobe.
LEOPARD PRINTS
Leopard prints are crawling over our wardrobes this summer. One of the major summer 2024 trends, leopard prints can be styled in various ways—adding a pop of edginess to a sophisticated look. The most popular way to style them this season? With an oversized graphic t-shirt.
SLEEK FLIP FLOPS
Leave it to Chanel to make the entire fashion industry obsessed with the humble black flipflops. As a part of its Spring/Summer 2024 collection, Chanel released a pair of sleek black interlocked ‘C’ adorned slippers that shot to the very top of the summer 2024 trend charts. While bulky “dad shoes” like Birkenstocks are still very much en vogue, there has certainly been a shift towards elegant slippers this season, all thanks to Chanel.
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