FEARLESS SUMMER

IF YOU ARE FEELING LIKE THE REST OF US AND IN NEED OF A SUMMER TRANSFORMATION, IT’S NOT TOO LATE. JUST MAKE SURE YOU HAVE THE FOLLOWING KEY ITEMS IN YOUR WARDROBE

Whether we are working from home, socialising and travelling or not, designers and fashion experts have moved off their sofas and back into the studio, to bring us something other than leisurewear for 2022. It’s clear we are all needing some fun, and after months of muted tones and casual silhouettes, the 2022 summer trend perfectly embodies the idea of a sunny disposition.

1 Drop It Low

This summer, baring your midriff with low-slung jeans or trousers will place you at the forefront of fashion. Say goodbye to high-rise jeans – it’s now the season for this non-fussy, ultra-low, baggy, oversized silhouette to take centre stage.

2 Super Sheer

This controversial summer trend is hot off the red carpet and oozing extreme fun. Evolving from the “barely-there” version of strategically placed pieces of fabric, the Naked Dress gets more sheer and transparent in 2022. Made from revealing fabrics such as lace and mesh, these brave ensembles are for the daring woman looking to cause a stir.

3 Crochet All Day

Whether you are looking to add a touch of texture to your summer wardrobe or are simply staying on trend, this summer is the time to get Granny busy crafting you that classic crochet bikini or colourful bucket hat.

4 Brighter Days

According to top designers, we are in for a very lemon-lime 2022 – with a colour palette that’s playful, vibrant, energetic and pretty! Think all shades of the rainbow. Lime green, neon sunshine, fuschia pink and sunset orange are all trending hues – and each with its own tang. Whichever hue you chose to wear, each one is guaranteed to lift your mood.

5 Ultra Mini-mini

This trend possibly started with the introduction of the tennis skirt in late 2021. After months of Covid fatigue and fashion boredom, there is a strong desire for our wardrobes and lives to be filled with some flirty excitement.

A chic yet still youthful way to embrace the trend is to balance your silhouette with a long-sleeved top half, while showing flesh at the bottom. For a fresh, wearable and more relaxed take on the trend, pair an oversized sweater, knit, blazer or white shirt with your micro-mini and get those legs out of hibernation once and for all.

6 Powering Up

Wearing a suit has been off the sartorial radar for several months, however, as we head back to the office there is a definite shift towards a smarter look and the return of the power suit. The 2022 suit is seen in more free-flowing materials offering greater freedom and flexibility and in more loose-fitting cuts. Oversized, brightly coloured and complete with show-stopping accents – from waist ties to contrast black hardware and bold shoulders – power up as you step back into the workspace with style.

7 Bikini Life

The message is clear – don’t wait for the beach to get your bikini game right. Summer 2022 sees underwear become a perfectly acceptable form of outerwear, expressing a certain sensuality. Super chic when done in the right way, paired with pencil skirts and trousers, layered beneath an open blazer. The trick is to pull this trend off with a subtle hint of sexy. *