American Eagle Summer Clothing

My favorite summer time shop would probably American Eagle. I know it is pretty preppy but they have great that lift, slim, and highlight your best assets. I recently purchased a pair of their “Favorite Boyfriends” jeans (the distressed torn up pair). They ran about forty nine dollars. I wouldn’t mind picking up the rest of the line because their jeans don’t do the annoying thing where they get lose after wearing them for an hour. Also their tank tops with lace trim are so appealing I picked them up in every color! They were seventeen fifty but not I believe they are on sale for a mere ten dollars. All of the fabrics here are light and summer heat friendly.

Samoan Print Summer Shirt

Among the many articles of clothing my email penpal from New Zealand has sent me is my favorite summer shirt. It is light tan, collarless, with short sleeves and a short row of black buttons at the neckline. It is from Samoa and the fabric is printed with black markings from that culture. I wear it with jeans or a skirt and it is a great conversation starter. Sometimes I wear it with a black stone necklace from the island nation of Vanuatu, also a gift. The shirt is a light cotton and very comfortable on a hot summer day.

American Eagle Flip Flops from Payless

My favorite type of summer clothing would have to be my flip flops. Any other time of the year your feet get stuck in shoes, boots, or heels. However when summer rolls around flip flops become mandatory everyday wear. My favorites are ‘American Eagle’ brand from Payless. The come in such fun bright colors and very stylish designs, all the while managing to be fairly inexpensive. Styles can actually range from simple beach attire or to nicer yet still relaxed evening foot wear. There is just something about a great pair of flip flops, they instantly send a more relaxed and laid back message, which is what summer should be.

Shopping for Summer at Loose Lucy’s

My favorite place to shop for clothing in the summer is Loose Lucy’s. This store is targeted to the “hippie” crowd mainly, but other people enjoy shopping there as well. I like to buy the dresses that they have. They are comfortable and really unique. I donít see many other people wearing the same outfit as me. Most of the brands that are offered are not popular or well-known brands. They also sell footwear, which is very comfortable. The prices are great, usually ranging anywhere from $10-$45 a dress. There are often specials in the store which allows me to buy two items for the price of one. I am excited to purchase more clothes there as it gets closer to the summer months.

Spring & Summer Floral Prints

My favorite piece of spring clothing has to be a floral skirt. Florals were hot last spring and winter and will continue to be popular this spring.

My personal favorite is a silk skirt with brightly colored flowers that I purchased from Express. This is a very versatile piece that will take you from early spring into summer. In the early spring you can pair it with a fitted top, tights, and heels. As the weather warms up you can bare your legs and pair it with sandals. You can also pair it with a blazer for the office. The options are endless. Have fun shopping!

My Fashion Tip – Layers

My fashion tip: layers, layers, layers! I am a big fan of layering clothing, especially now with this wacky weather. When it’s super hot one day, and cool and crisp the next, it’s great to have the ability to take off or put on a layer. Layers are also great for adding depth to an outfit. Your look will be instantly more interesting if you successfully layer a light sweater over a dress. Pairing that idea with a sleek blazer allows you to transition flawlessly from day to into night. This might sound like it could get a little bulky but the point is to wear items that are light enough to layer, allowing your outfit to be both comfortable and interesting.