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amphtaminedreams · 4 years

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I Shopped at YesStyle So You Don’t Have To: Lookbook no.10

Hi to anyone reading,

And welcome to what I guess is my first “review” post of sorts! Which is basically an excuse for me to rave about Korean street style and ask why the fuck Seoul fashion week isn’t more of a big deal!? Though I’ve pretty much quit fast fashion over the last few months and have been getting my clothes from Depop, I did want to talk about the website YesStyle which I ordered from back in May (jfc, the fact that May was almost 4 months ago now is terrifying) and how impressed I was with their service and the clothes I received. It should go without saying from the fact that investing in someone with about 200 followers on here wouldn’t be a very good financial decision, but this isn’t a sponsored post-I just think that if you’re gonna order from anywhere, YesStyle is a good shout for those of you who, like myself, are inspired by East Asian street style. I have to give credit to the incredible Katie O, otherwise known as StealTheSpotlight on Youtube and Instagram; she’s the medium through which I’ve been introduced to the world of “k-fashion” and YesStyle in the first place. Yes, my current knowledge of k-pop doesn’t extend far past fan tendencies to flood every popular tweet with fancams of their favourite singers and girl groups (I admire the dedication), but through Katie’s content and Instagram accounts like TokyoFashion on Instagram, I have come to the conclusion that the stylists behind these groups and Asian designers in general are owed a huge amount of credit by Western trend forecasters. If you have any Instagram account or blog recommendations with similar content please let me know! For now, I’m gonna give a run down of the pieces I ordered (most of which are still available), prices and sizing, and also a bit focussing on ethical concerns and what I could find out about their practices from my research.

DISCLAIMER: The photos used as backgrounds are mine. Yes, I’m in mourning over the fact that this time last year I was inter-railing, in case the ham-fisted insertion of touristy pics didn’t make that obvious. Remember when we could leave the country? When it didn’t feel like the world was ending? When everything didn’t seem to be going to absolute shit all at once? When there was a glimmer of hope that we wouldn’t spend the next 4 years being governed by the Conservatives here in Britain? Simpler times :-)

The Pieces

1. The Alizio V-Neck Camisole Top in White: £4.97, Size M

So, what you’re gonna get from the off here is that YesStyle’s prices seem ridiculously cheap, which is something I’ll address in the ethics section at the end of the post. For £4.97, you’d expect an ill-fitting SheIn/Zaful style number but I was so impressed by how flattering this top actually is. I was a size 8 and 32C for reference and my only complaint is that because the neckline has a slight plunge, it was a little awkward to wear with a t-shirt bra. You know, unless you’re into that cups poking out of the top kinda vibe that was a rite of passage for all British teenage girls going through puberty back in, like, 2009 when you wanted everyone to know you’d been on your first bra shopping trip to M&Co with your mum at the weekend.

2. The Rhames High-Waist Plaid Mini Skirt in Purple: £9.12, Size M

Clueless being as iconic as it is, a plaid mini skirt is always going to be timeless and I know this is a piece I’m gonna be basing outfits around for a long time. It fit perfectly and is surprisingly good quality material; I was kind of expecting it to come in that super thin, semi-see through jersey that you get when you order from a lot of UK fast fashion sites, but a recurring feature of the clothes I picked out was that they were such good quality for the price and exactly as they appear online. I’ve found in the past that UK sites are deceptively canny with lighting and angles in that when the garment actually arrives (Boohoo in particular is a repeat offender in this regard) it’s a lot frumpier than it looks on the model. It seems to be common practice to pin back and temporarily alter the clothes during photoshoots to give the illusion that they’re a lot more fitted and structured than they actually are which ultimately just leads to disappointment when you try on the supposedly bodycon dress and resemble a sack of potatoes. Been there, done that. I worship the ground all carbs walk on but I don’t want to look like them. Should go without saying really. It’s nothing to do with size, but it’s just crappy tailoring and cutting corners on the brand’s part and that’s what irks me. I really appreciate that YesStyle has photos of “regular” people just wearing the clothes out rather than the outcomes of these overly edited, studio lit shoots that aren’t necessarily the most representative of how the garment is gonna look irl.

3. Nikiki Garter Belt: £5.59, One Size

As comfortable as garters come, I guess? I don’t have much experience with them tbh, lol. 2021 to do list, if we make it out of 2020 alive: try more garters.

4. Lucuna Floral Embroidered Cropped Cardigan in Almond: £15.61, One Size

Don’t get me wrong, this cardigan is adorable and there’s nothing misleading about the photo on the website. What I will say is that considering it only comes in one size, it’s pretty tight on the arms. I’m a size 6 right now and it’s really not like I’m ripped or anything (lol) so it’s safe to say that in terms of the Lucuna brand, their sizes come up very small. The cardigan wasn’t the only one size thing I purchased and whilst the others did fit, I think in general the fact that said “one size” is pretty much only suitable for UK sizes 4-8 is pretty shit. A few of the pieces had elasticated waistbands but in general in 2020, when we’ve come so far in the last few years with body positivity and being more inclusive of all sizes, to have a sample size that runs so small isn’t acceptable and this sizing issue is my biggest problem with the store. Though I recognise that YesStyle acts as an outlet for smaller East Asian brands (in this case Lucuna) and thus aren’t themselves responsible for the designs, more consideration should probably go into the harm that could potentially be done by stocking these supposedly “one size fits all” garments. Brandy Melville, I’m looking at you too. Your designs are cute but your lack of inclusivity is shitty.

5. Ohnana Ruffle Trim Strappy Cami Cropped Top in Purple: £5.01, Size M

I’m not as jazzed as I was about this top now it seems that everyone and their mother’s dog is selling it at an extortionate price on Depop but I will say that it’s also very flattering. Makes my strangely long torso look somewhat proportionate, which is nice. The material is pretty thin but it is for all intents and purposes a tank top and the price is reflective of that.

6. Sisyphi Plaid Shirt in Tangerine: £11.30, One Size

So the “one size” option strikes again, though this time with less vengeance-I would say this would be wearable up to size 12/14 so slightly better than with the cardigan.

7. BBChic High-Waist Wide-Leg Jeans: £10.04, Size M

When it comes to these jeans, I only have good things to say. Like firstly, they make me feel like early 2000s Avril Lavigne AKA. my childhood icon/potential clone/queen of millennium grunge and an incarnation of Y2K fashion I can actually get behind. Secondly, they have an elasticated waistband, which is ALWAYS a good thing. Thirdly, they didn’t come up ridiculously long on me which I feared would be the case; I did wear the platform Filas with them but as you can see, it’s not like they’d be trailing over my feet even in flats. I’m somewhere between 5′3 and 5′4 for reference and usually go for petite in jeans and trousers just to be on the safe side.

8. HERMITAKH Ring Detail Halter Crop Top in Black: £5.15, Size M

I have only recently become a member of the itty bitty titty committee but even back when I shot this lookbook this halter actually fit! When it came to tops that necessitate going braless, I always had issues with finding pieces I didn’t feel were going to cause an unintentional free the nipple moment, but the fact that you can tie this top up at the neck and back yourself allows you to work out a fit that’s supportive for you.

9. Puffie Lightning Print Straight-Cut Pants: £13.76, Size M

I’d wanted a pair of trousers like these for ages before I saw them on YesStyle but the ones I’d come across in the past were a bit extra for my hometown and typically cost more than they seemed to be worth. This pair lack the bulk that the original styles I came across had, which helps give them a more casual, laid back feel, though they are just as vibrant and substantial BUT there isn’t much give in them. They have the slightly baggy look I was going for however they aren’t elasticated on the waist so I recommend having a look at the guide that’s available next to the drop down box where you select the size you want.

10. Alfie Mesh Long-Sleeve Top in Pink: £7.71, One Size

No, the Jennifer’s Body top isn’t from YesStyle, I’m sorry to disappoint. Go to RedBubble for that one! The considerably less exciting mesh top underneath however, is, and in spite of its relative mundanity (you can’t top Megan Fox as a man-eating demon) it does the job as a versatile staple piece. It’s one size but it does have a lot of stretch in it so would probably go up to about size 14 (not to say that’s great).

11. Barrash Harness Bag: £17.10, One Size

The harness vest is one of my favourite trends to come out of k-fashion and I wanted SO badly to pull this piece off (especially because it was one of the most expensive pieces I purchased from the site) but it was far too big for me even when I adjusted it and TBH...I don’t even know if it’s just the sizing? I kinda felt like a paranoid tourist with their bag on back to front and yeah...I don’t think that’s the desired effect. Here’s an example of how cool they CAN look from Seoul fashion week, and with that another example of why NYFW should lose its place in the “big 4″ to make room for SFW:

And just Blackpink just setting the standard for the utility wear trend in general:

12. Mikiko Short-Sleeved Blouse in White: £8.79, One Size

I appreciate that the website notes that the “one size” here runs small, however it does also say that a “base layer” is needed for under the shirt which I didn’t find was necessary at all. The fabric is quite thick and it genuinely looks like the kind of shirt you’d find tucked away in a vintage shop, cute af and will go with anything.

13. Closette Sleeveless V-Neck Vest in Black: £11.87, One Size

Again, I was really impressed with the quality of this jumper; it definitely looks like something you’d pick up in a uniform shop (though this one is probably cheaper because those shops are daylight fucking ROBBERY) but I can never get enough of that grungy school girl look. Blame St.Trinians.

14. Niji Smile Pleated Plaid Skirt with Insert Shorts in Green: £9.12, Size M

This skirt might be my absolute favourite of the items I ordered on the sole basis that it comes with shorts built in underneath, like, WHY DON’T ALL MINI SKIRTS HAVE THIS!? Plus the shape and the bounce it has to it makes me feel ultra-feminine and effortlessly cute which I love. It didn’t even turn up crumpled! Which you’ve really got to admire considering half the clothes in my local H&M look like they’ve never got within 10 metres of an iron in their short lifespan.

15. LINSI Elbow-Sleeve Print T-Shirt: £10.92, One Size

If I had to pick one more favourite piece, it would be this graphic top that I wore underneath a pink chiffon Ebay dress. It looks and fits exactly like the photos on the website and I have to restrain myself wasting a wear of it just lounging around the house because it’s also ridiculously comfy.

16. LINSI Plaid Straight-Cut Pants in Orange: Size M

These trousers are currently out of stock, however I will say that of everything I’ve ordered they’re probably the least comfy and on that basis I’m not sure if I’d buy them again. They look great and I will push myself to wear them for that reason but they’re the kind of itchy fabric that I rush to take off and swap for some pyjamas the moment I get into the house. That being said, I don’t know if this is an issue everyone will have because I am someone that is overly sensitive to fabrics so you might not even notice it, plus-stretchy waistband! Which is a plus for sure.

I was also very impressed by the accessories I ordered, which once again completely surpassed my quality expectations. Pretty much everything pictured here was under £5 apart from the shoulder bag which was closer to 10, and when you consider that the price of these is inflated at the moment because of the resurgence of the Y2K trend, this is still ridiculously cheap.

The prices are definitely a concern of mine because unfortunately, when products are this cheap there’s usually somebody being exploited down the line. Since I made this order in May, I’ve had a small slip up with a Motel Rocks order, but other than that have cut out fast fashion completely. I want to be as ethical a consumer as I can, and that’s something I considered before making this post; that being said, YesStyle, actually a Hong-Kong based company in spite of it being touted as the destination for k-fashion, was recognised as a "Caring Company" between 2014 and 2019 (I don’t think this has been updated for 2020 yet given the circumstances) by the Hong Kong Council of Social Service. From what I can find online, this award is given to Hong Kong companies that demonstrate good corporate citizenship and responsibility. Whilst this seems like reassuring information, like I said, I find it hard to believe that the production of clothes selling for these kinds of prices isn’t outsourced to low wage workers at some stage of the process. It’s a hard to know where to stand, because obviously the fast fashion industry DOES create jobs that people rely on to sustain themselves but at what point does the treatment of workers in developing countries negate the opportunities the industry provides here in the UK? “There is no ethical consumption under capitalism” and all that but shouldn’t we try to make a change where we can? I agree with the statement though at times it can come across like a deflection of individual responsibility. Plus there’s the environmental side of the debate-having to fly the garments over from the point of manufacture obviously takes a massive amount of fuel which it goes without saying is hugely detrimental to our planet. The sizing is also an issue; the average clothes size here in the UK is a 12, I believe, and yet a size medium seems to come up as about an 8. Asian sizes do tend to come up smaller in general but at the same time, if that’s the case, as an international retailer shouldn’t YesStyle at least address that somewhere on the site?

I don’t want to end on a negative note because compared to sites like Zaful, SheIn, and even UK based retailers such as Pretty Little Thing and Boohoo, YesStyle appears to be one of the better ones. The quality of their garments is incredible for the prices and I admire the transparency of having reviews for every product be so readily accessible. It’s also great to see that they have a section specifically addressing their response to the COVID-19 pandemic, AND offer refunds to their customers for import fees. God, I don’t know why this isn’t something that more websites do? I will never forget being slapped with a £100+ invoice for a Dolls Kill (bleurgh) order I made once back in the more impulsive shopping days and all the Karen-y emails I sent back and forth. Import fees are understandable but international retailers should definitely make it clearer how these are calculated and give more of an indication of just how steep these fees might be if you’re making a large order. It almost seems disingenuous not to do so especially when said retailers most likely know that customers wouldn’t make these orders if they had an idea of what it would cost just to get access to the goods they’ve already paid for.

I won’t ramble on for much longer because there is so much important shit going on in the world right now and I don’t want to take up time that could be spent reading more valuable posts-with the shooting of Jacob Blake earlier this week, and the death of Chadwick Boseman earlier today (I can’t imagine the amount of mental and physical strength it takes to film all the movies he did back to back whilst dealing with colon cancer), the most important thing to do is listen to how black individuals are feeling and what they are thinking right now. I will keep an eye on my dashboard and retweet what I can. Thanks for reading. Even if you’re just here for the photos, I appreciate it! And I don’t know if I’ve said it before but please know that my messages are always open to anyone struggling, especially with everything that’s going on at the moment. I don’t claim to be a professional but I can always listen. Lots of love<3

Lauren x

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doctortdesigns · 6 years

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Burda has announced it’s semi-annual catalog collection for Spring/Summer! Burda tends to be my favorite pattern brand, both in terms of style and fit, but because I have an extensive magazine collection, I find I can often limit my envelope purchases. But for some reason my first impression of this collection was that I wanted all the things! My pattern acquisition had slowed somewhat last year, and I was hoping to keep it at a more minimal rate, but Burda is making it tough on me. Once the initial squee of new Burda excitement died down I was able to be a bit more objective, but, there’s still a lot of good stuff here, so let’s take a look:

6442 – Love this! Both the evening gown and the day-midi dresses are beautiful. The neckline looks quite low, so I’ll likely have to pay attention to that if I make this style, but I’m a sucker for a good twist dress, so I’ll definitely add this to my stash.

6441 – Another dress that is winning me over with the oooooh, pretty factor. I’m not sure I love the pockets on the strapless gown – it’s an interesting feature, but I don’t love the button choice Burda went with. However, I’m in love with the simple, chic style lines of the long gown! It’s so simple, but it’s also so elegant. I’ve got yet more weddings to go to this year, so I’m sort of in a gown phase at the moment.

6423 – Another dress that is pretty simple, but is still on my sewing radar. I love the neckline and straps of the sleeveless version.

6438 – I like the color blocking on this dress, but I do feel that it is quite similar to other Burda patterns we’ve seen in the past.

6440 – I love all the details on this shirt dress. The simpler version in the print fabric is definitely something I’d love to add to my wardrobe.

6411 – Another twist dress that I’m rather excited with. I think it looks great in both the solid and the print; I also love how the details can make it more or less formal so easily.

6421 – This is a nice halter dress, and I really like both versions. Fabric choice can definitely make this style feel more or less formal too, which is great.

6439 – This dress is pretty simple, but is great to showcase a large print, as shown on the model. I’m not sure I’d love a dress with so many buttons down the back, but the overall silhouette is pretty cute.

6412 – This is definitely more of a summer resort vibe, but I do like the idea of having it as a beach cover-up, as shown on the right.

6414 – Another simple style, but it looks comfortable and easy to make. Another great pattern for large-scale print fabrics you might have in the stash.

6419 – The red variation is bold, but not my favorite. The shorter version of the dress is pretty cute; looks like the sort of thing that would be a great workhorse sort of piece for a spring/summer wardrobe.

6420 – Another dress that is simple, great for a larger print, but with enough details to also look great in a solid as well.

6418 – I love the look of this dress in the denim. It’s sort of unexpected, but rather fun.

6413 – Another fairly simple dress that would be very comfortable to wear during summer.

6413 – I’m not in love with this dress; I do enjoy the use of the border print, but the silhouette and ruffles are definitely not my style. It does follow the recent trends though; I saw many people wearing similar styles of dress this past summer.

6401 – I’m happy to see that Burda has kept the ruffles to something of a minimum. This dress reads pretty young to me, so it’s not something I’d add to my personal collection, but I do live the way they’ve used the embroidered denim here.

6422 – Another dress I’m leaving off my list. Yes, it can be belted, but I think I have enough of this type of silhouette from the magazines that I wouldn’t need to add this to my collection.

6403 – Another style that seems pretty youthful. I’m not the biggest fan of these prairie style dresses, yet there always seems to be at least one in every spring release.

6431 – This pencil skirt is pretty fabulous though. I love all the seam lines – great details that are very subtle in the solid or tweed fabrics pictured.

6417 – Another skirt I’m going to add to my list. Yes, Burda has many similar versions in their magazines, but I really love the way that red skirt looks on the model. Something about the placement of these pleats seems particularly flattering.

6416 – A pretty simple skirt pattern. Nice that it includes pockets.

6410 – This basic skirt seems geared towards the younger crowd; I’d definitely feel selfconcious in something this short.

6430 – I’m surprised by how much I enjoy the look of this pleated skirt on the models; Burda chose excellent fabrics to showcase this design.

6432 – I love these pants! I’m really impressed with the angled front pockets, and the in-seam back pockets are a very cool feature. Definitely putting this one on the wishlist.

6436 – I’m usually a sucker for a wide-legged trouser, but these seems just slightly over-voluminous.

6433 – I really enjoy the look of the navy jumpsuit; the contrast collar gives it a nice punch, but the overall look is very effortless and easy for summer.

6408 – This overall/romper/jumpsuit pattern is somehow oddly appealing. It isn’t the sort of thing I’d normally be drawn to, but I’m enjoying Burda’s take on elevating overalls into the long suited trousers. I’m not sure it’s something I’d be daring enough to try to pull off, but I find I’m far more appreciative of this pattern that I thought I would be at first glance.

6409 – These are pretty basic shorts, but I think they could be a good piece for a summer wardrobe.

6425 – I like the style lines of this blouse. The ruffles at the sleeve cuffs are a nice proportion, and a nice nod to the trend without being too overdone.

6428 – The neckline on this top looks super wide, but I do think the version with the ruffle is pretty cute.

6424 – I like the look of this top, but I know the choker neckline would drive me nuts. The black version with the lace insert is pretty though.

6415 – This is one of those patterns that looks sort of weird in the line drawing, but really cool on a person. I’d probably wear the heck out of this, because it is a nice simple top with just a bit of interest.

6429 – Another top that I think gets the ruffled sleeve proportion right. I actually really enjoy the way this looks in the photo, and I think the sleeves have just enough volume without being too much.

6435 – I’m sort of obsessed with this top. Apparently it’s challenging to sew, but that isn’t a detractor for me. I love the way it looks – it’s a nice top for those sorts of events where you don’t want to be too dressed up, but you can’t just wear a basic t-shirt either.

6426 – I prefer my button-up shirts to be a bit more fitted, but I do think these look great on the models.

6427 – I like the top with the simple waistband tie; cute, but not fussy.

6405 – And this is where the ruffles have taken over. At least it’s contained to a few looks, and not on every look in the entire collection. I think it’s a bit much here, especially on the solid blue version.

6404 – I don’t think I’d need a simple tank like this in my pattern stash, but it does look like a comfortable addition to a summer wardrobe.

6437 – I’m not in love with this jacket – it just seems too bulky. I see the vibe they are going for, but I prefer a slimmer cut.

6407 – The vest is a bit much with the trim, and I’m not a huge fan of the ruffle on the jacket, but I do appreciate the attempt to add interest to a fairly typical jean jacket style.

6406 – Obviously the last line drawing is an error on Burda’s part, and should be for the v-ruffled version in the lower left. The hooded versions and simple crew neck versions look great though; the is definitely a pattern that has a lot of versatility, and could be really popular with the younger crowd.

6443 – This petite dress and top are super cute! Love the collar and simple wrap style here.

6448 – This Burda Plus dress looks like it would be simple to make and rather comfortable in the summer.

6449 – I really like this Burda Plus dress too! The style is super cute, and the sleeve options are nice. It’s definitely a style I could see my sister wearing, so I might have to pick this one up as well.

6446 – This top/dress combo is the ruffle/trendy option for the Burda Plus it seems. I think the tunic is actually rather pretty in the border print Burda used, and with a belt I’d actually rather like the dress as well.

6447 – This wrap dress and top are super cute! Love the pleating details that give such a flattering waistline to the look.

6445 – This basic t-shirt is one of those patterns that isn’t exciting in terms of detail, but I know I’d wear a top like the black and white version obsessively.

6444 – I love the way Burda has styled the tan jumpsuit, they’ve totally sold me on the look from that photo.

6400 – These are some rather practical bags; large and well suited to carrying books, laptops, or tablets.

9338 – I don’t have much to say about the baby stuff, but it is nice to see such a range of ages available.

9342 – I’m not a fan of the drop crotch, regardless of what age you are.

9341 – This style reminds me very much of dresses I wore in the early 90s.

9344 – Simple, but cute.

9337 – The baby overalls are pretty cute.

9339 – More baby dresses.

9343 – Seems like the kids jumpsuit is popular in the Burda offerings this year.

9345 – It’s cute how they used different fabrics in the jumpsuit on the left.

9346 – This seems like a rather practical pattern, and the raglan sleeve top should be pretty quit to throw together.

9340 – This tunic has lots of cute details, and looks really easy to sew.

And that’s it! After sorting through everything, it seems as though this release is rather dress heavy – not many new bottoms, and very few lightweight summer coats and jackets. It also feels like many of the styles are somewhat repetitive; there are a lot of simple straight dresses and tops with ruffles, though, certainly more toned down than what we’ve been seeing from the Big 4 of late. There will definitely be several of these patterns that make it onto my wishlist (I particularly like the fancier gown patterns), but I definitely think that I will be able to make a smaller, more curated selection from this release. What do you all think? Has Burda made you want to sew all the things? Or is this new collection somewhat disappointing and narrow in its offerings? Feel free to discuss in the comments!

Burda Spring/Summer 2018 Catalog Collection #sewing #burda #patterns #obsession Burda has announced it's semi-annual catalog collection for Spring/Summer! Burda tends to be my favorite pattern brand, both in terms of style and fit, but because I have an extensive magazine collection, I find I can often limit my envelope purchases.

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lotusboutiques · 6 years

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What to Pack For Your Summer Vacation: 10 Fashion Essentials to Mix and Match

Packing for vacation? Lotus gets you fashion-ready with this

10-item packing guide for quick & easy outfits on the go!

Summer is right around the corner and for many of us that means time for a vacation! Whatever trips you have on your calendar this summer season, make packing easy with this quick guide for stress-free outfit prep. We give you the lowdown on the top 10 essentials you need to be fashionably ready for your summer vacay.

#1- Party Dress

No matter where you go on vacation you are going to have a good time! Dress the part with the perfect party dress that can work for any occasion. Go for a dress that can be easily dressed up or down to accommodate those spur of the moment change of plans, like an impromptu game of mini golf after dinner at a ritzy restaurant. I mean who doesn’t do that, right? That’s what a vacation is all about- seeing the sites and having fun! That’s why a party dress is your #1 outfit to pack so you can be fashionably ready and up for anything!

From Left to Right: *stripe dress coming soon*, Surprise Party Tribal Palm Print Dress,

Especially for summer, you want something lightweight and breezy to keep you cool and comfortable, but substantial enough for a round of mini golf or a night of dancing. Try a fashion-forward style that’s on trend and different than what you would normally go for. This is the chance to go all out, whether a vibrant color or an allover print; choose a party dress that you can look back in pictures and remember the great time you had on your summer vacay!

#2- Tropical Print Top

Hey, it’s summer, so you are most likely headed to the coast and what is more suiting than a tropical print top?! With tropical print being a leading fashion trend this season, you have plenty of top options to choose from and should go for a style that best suits your personality.

From Left to Right Clockwise: Tie Dye Palm Print Tie Front Top, Staying in Cancun Off the Shoulder Top, *pineapple top coming soon*, Sweet Return Criss Cross Palm Print Top, Summer State of Mind Wrap Crop Top, Want More Palm Print Tie Front Top

For 2018, it’s all about the tie front tops. Whether a casual tee or a dressy blouse, if it has a tie front it is a must-have for your suitcase! Go for an abstract palm print or pretty hibiscus flower design; both are festive and fun and easily match with any style bottom. An off shoulder top is just as fashionable and gives you a mix of sweet and sass for a stylish look you can rock day or night. Whatever style top is your personal fave, make sure to bring your piece of tropical paradise with you to spice up your vacay outfit selection!

From Left to Right: Close to the Coast Cut Out Crop Tank with Close to the Coast Palm Print Shorts, *middle set coming soon*, Feeling a Vacay Halter Crop Top with Feeling a Vacay Linen Floral Shorts

For our babes, we have tropical crop tops aplenty too! Wear them as a matching set or opt for another high-waist pair of shorts or skirt you already have in your closet! Two-piece sets are great outfits to pack because you can mix and match each piece to create a number of different outfits!

#3- Versatile Kimono

Nothing is more chic and essential for those breezy beach nights than a beautiful kimono. Try packing a style that you can easily turn into multiple looks. You can tie it in the front for a shorter layer that is trendy and stylish or throw on over a tank and shorts outfit for a cute and flowy look that you can easily wrap around your waist when you get too hot. A lightweight, slinky style that falls between the hip and the knee is the most versatile type to take with you on vacations where you will be taking tours and seeing the sites.

From Left to Right Clockwise: Some Tropic Short Sleeve Kimono, *pink print kimono coming soon*, Dance Around Short Sleeve Kimono

For a more classic look and chic style, try a long duster kimono in a fun print or bright color. It’s easy to make a fashion statement with a breezy layer that just pops when worn with a cute white outfit. You can mix and match with this style kimono too, as they look great over dresses and rompers too. Oh, and kimonos also make a great cover up!

From Left to Right Clockwise: *aqua duster coming soon*, Chasing Fire Paisley Print Kimono, Same City Light Weight Yellow Duster Kimono

#4- Basic Denim Trio

Ok, technically these are three things but depending on your personal style this might be just one item for you! A casual staple that goes with absolutely anything, a trusty pair of denim threads that can handle a little-to-a lot of wear is the ultimate mix and match item to pack in your suitcase!

From Left to Right Clockwise: With the Band High Waist Distressed Jeans, Modern Romance High Waist Denim Shorts, Basically the Best White Cuffed Skinny Jeans, A Daydream Chambray Ruffle Shorts, Summer Bummer Frayed Hem Denim Skirt

Jeans are still a favorite in summer, especially a pair of white skinnies. Light-wash crops or even a simple colored pair, jeans always tend to come in handy when there’s unexpected rain or changes in temperature. You can easily dress them up or down, roll the hem for a cute cropped look and wear them with anything from a crop top and sandals to a blouse and heels. It’s just always a good idea to bring a pair jeans with you just in case you need them.

Now, a classic pair of denim shorts is also a great item to pack, as they are a must have vacation staple for many of us ladies on the go. From a ripped pair of cutoffs to a high waist style with ruffle detail, whatever’s your jam go ahead and pack it! You can easily throw them on and head out the door so you don’t miss a minute of your vacay fun. Wear them over your swimsuit as a cover-up for the beach or with a cute top for a dolled up outfit for dinner. Any color or style, if you’re a shorts gal then a trusty denim pair is a must.

If a skirt is more your style, a trendy denim mini is the way to go! Easy to dress up or down, mix and match and guaranteed to keep you cool all day long… a stylish go-to denim skirt is definitely a great piece to pack for your vacay. But whichever your favorite, make sure you pack at least one style because you can always count on a good pair of denim whenever you need it!

#5- Romper

One of the easiest outfits to pack for a vacay is summer’s favorite one-piece- the romper! Rompers are so easy to throw on and go and with so many fashions to choose from these days, you essentially can’t go wrong! Go for a romper that is made of a lightweight fabric and one you can easily dress up or down. A great casual romper basic can double as a cute cover-up and can easily mix and match with a kimono for an extra layer.

From Left to Right: Off Tropic High Neck Taupe Romper, Long Weekend Wrap Front Stripe Romper, It Just Goes Floral Pocket Romper, Hold On Tight Wrap Romper in Tomato

Wrap style rompers are a hot trend this season and if you’re a romper kind of gal, you definitely want a wrapped option to wear on your vacation getaway.

>> Related: For an interesting read about where rompers came from to being a popular fashion in society today, a breakdown of the different types of romper styles and how to wear them to flatter your body type, get the 411 HERE.

#6- Simple Summer Tank

The basic essential for practically every day of summer is a classic tank top. They are easy to layer, both lightweight and versatile and barely take up any room in your bag! You can wear a tank and skirt for a cute dinner outfit, throw it on over your swimsuit on the way to the beach or tie up and wear with shorts under a kimono for checking out the local shopping scene.

From Left to Right Clockwise: Request Time Off Flowy Tank in Lilac, Request Time Off Flowy Tank in Cobalt, *aqua tank coming soon*, Tell Me About It Stud Open Back Stripe Tank, Ribbed Wide Neck Fitted Tank-White, Everything Has Changed Stripe Tunic Tank

#7- Matching Set

We gave a sneak peak into the two-piece set idea earlier in the blog and nothing is more mix and match appropriate than a two-piece set! For all our babes, you cannot go without a cute little set for your beach vacation. With one set, you essentially have two pieces you can wear together or with another coordinating item already on our list! Match a simple tank with the bottoms from the set or pair a white denim skirt with the top from the set. You have so many mix and match options with a two-piece set you won’t need a much else to pack! Smart packing means you have fewer bags to lug around on your trip.

From Left to Right Clockwise: Super Bloom Ball Fringe Floral Crop Top with Super Bloom Shorts W/ Ball Fringe and Pockets, Feel the Heat Ruffle Tank Top with Feel the Heat Ruffle Smock Waist Skort, Festival Feels Black and White Lace Up Crop Top with Festival Feels Black and White Pleated Shorts, Back to You Chambray Ruffle Crop Top with Back to You Chambray Ruffle Skirt

Go for a set that screams summer, whether a tropical print or fun color. Lace up details or trendy fringe accents, make sure you pack a trendy two-piece set full of style that you can have fun in!

#8- Party Tops

Party dresses are #1 on our list, but we can’t forget party tops too! You have already packed a tropical print top and some easy wear tanks, but especially if you aren’t big into dresses or rompers you need some dressy, trendy tops to wear out and have fun in!

From Left to Right Clockwise: Ten Out of Ten Cold Shoulder Peach Top, Living For Tonight Flutter Sleeve Top in White, Moving On To Summer Halter Neck Top in Turquoise, Free Soul Tie Front Flutter Sleeve Crop Top, Call It What You Want Tie Front Crop Top, Peppermint Appliqué Off Shoulder Crop Top,

Party tops can range from a fancy blouse with appliqué detail to a vibrant print in a popular top style, such as off the shoulder or tie font. These tops are a great way to dress up your outfit and are meant to stand out and be the star of the show. Mix and match with different bottoms to suit the occasion, the weather or to swap up your look. Being on vacation is the perfect time to go all out, have fun with fashion and rock your outfit in style!

#9- Summer Jumpsuit

A chic summer jumpsuit is a great piece to pack simply because, being a one-piece, it’s an instant outfit that doesn’t take up much room in your bag! And you know those times you just don’t feel like matching a top and bottoms outfit together? Don’t worry about making those decisions and just throw on a cute jumpsuit and you are ready to go!

From Left to Right: Good Either Way Surplice Jumpsuit in Rose, Mali Nautical Stripe Culotte Jumpsuit, *stripe button up jumpsuit coming soon*

Jumpsuits are so stylish and who doesn’t love to break out a fashion-savvy jumpsuit on vacation? They easily set you apart from the crowd and are a great alternative to wearing a dress since you have the function of pants and not having to worry about the wind or anything like that. Summer jumpsuits are made in lightweight fabrics to keep you feeling breezy and cool in the hot summer sun, so no worries there. And in so many fun styles to choose from, you can easily find one that works for you! A jumpsuit is more formal than a romper too, so any fancy dinner occasions you have planned a jumpsuit is the way to go!

#10- Accessory Essentials

Alright! All your outfits are packed and all that’s left is a few accessories that can easily pair with your outfit and finish up your look! Keeping things neutral is always the way to go when it comes to accessories in the summer.

Top Left to Right: Eyes on You Double Hoop Tassel Earrings, Darling Delight Small Druzy Necklace, Wiggle Over Here Gold Hoop Snake Hoop Earrings

Middle Left to Right: Look Close Espadrille Slip On Shoes, Do You Have Time Cross Body BohoBag, Avana Basket Purse With Bows

Bottom Left to Right: Monaco Cut Out White Platform Slides, Put It In Neutral Strappy Wedge, Ivy Camel Slide Sandals

Summer fashion is always filled with bright colors and allover prints and adding even more to the mix accessory-wise can quickly turn your look into a fashion disaster. So keep it simple with neutral tone shoes, bags and jewelry.

Make sure to pack a pair of wedges, a couple pairs of sandals and depending on your destination, a pair of slip on sneakers or tennies. A cross body bag is great for touring and checking out the sites, so we recommend bring that option along with your everyday handled purse. A beach bag is a necessity too for those coastal destinations! For jewelry, pack a simple, dainty necklace or two that you can easily layer and mix and match with your earrings. A pair of studs, gold hoops and tassel earrings should keep you set for the whole trip! Last but not least, a pair of sunnies to shade your eyes from the summer sun!

>> You are now packed with fashionable outfit options to wear on your vacation! Have fun & enjoy yourself!

xoxo- Lotus Boutique

Article Source Here: What to Pack For Your Summer Vacation: 10 Fashion Essentials to Mix and Match

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