Meet Your New Favorite Spring/ Summer Trends
It's official. Summer 2022 fashion is giving us SpiceWorld/Clueless vibes, and for this 30-something-year-old millennial, I honestly couldn’t be happier.
We've been through a lot over the last 2 years. Some of us spent more time at home than ever before. Athleisure and sweatsuits took over. (Still very much a fan!) Then we finally started going out again, but we were all a little bit sad. So we wore our neutrals.
Lots of tans, gray and black. One-color dressing took over (also - still very much a fan). But this spring and summer, it feels like the world is coming back to life again.
Parties and weddings are happening. We’re planning trips. We’re back at the office or out with our girlfriends.
And it feels like our closets need to start celebrating too! Let’s make getting dressed FUN again.
So without further ado, here’s what we’ve seen on the runways, our favorite celebs, and should probably hit your closet next.
Meet the 5 trends for summer that you don’t want to miss out on-
Bright, Bright Colors
While neutrals will ALWAYS have a place in our hearts, warmer days are worth celebrating! And what better way to celebrate than with bright pops of color, neon accents, and playful palettes that you can’t help but smile about. From the office to a night out, this trend translates everywhere.
H&M Oversize Blazer- $49.99
H&M Ankle Length Pants- $29.99
Make it Cropped
From the runway to real life, we’re seeing cropped everything for spring and summer. We’re talking cropped tees, hoodies, jackets, pants, and more. But don’t worry, there are plenty of brands taking on this trend in a way that’s classy and fresh. The nicer the fabric, the cleaner and chicer your cropped pieces will look.
A&F Cropped Linen Button Up Shirt- $50
Mango Linen Pants- $59
Cargo Pockets
Who needs a purse when you’ve got multiple pockets! Long gone are the days of cargo pants being simply for utility. This summer, pockets are chic again with a limitless amount of colors, textures and styles to choose from.
A&F Cargo Joggers- $69
Madewell Cargo Nylon Shorts- $114
Fun Accessories
This summer, you might start wishing you’d kept all those accessories you loved in 6th grade. I’m talking platform sandals, jelly slip-ons, statement earrings, playful sunnies, and the chunkiest of chains. When it comes to accessories, the rule is there are no rules. If it turns heads, you’re doing it right.
UO Jelly Mule Sandal- $39
FP Oversize Square Sunnies- $25
FP Neon Sling Bag- $115
Playful Nails
Nails, nails, nails! If you don’t want to overhaul your wardrobe, we get it. One easy way to welcome in sunny days is by letting your digits do the talking. This season is all about long nails with fun designs and pops of color. On a budget? There are tons of great press on options on the market right now!
Chillhouse Heart Strings Nails- $18
Fingersuit Basically Nails- $13
If you’re looking to upgrade your wardrobe this spring, why not try out 1 or 2 of these fun trends? You might be surprised by how fun looks like these actually welcome in all the good vibes!
Now before we head out I’m dying to know: Which of these looks are YOU going to try out for spring and summer? Be sure to tag us on Instagram at @fashivly with all your try-ons and fashion feedback!
Abby Flynn
Abby Flynn is a content writer and mom of two littles living in Charlotte, NC. She’s also the host of the Joy Rally Podcast. In her free time, she keeps up with the Kardashians, rummages through thrift stores, and loves trying out new restaurants with her husband, Cole. You can find Abby at http://abbyflynn.com or on Instagram at @abbyflynnco.
