My Best Friends Keep Asking for Top Summer Trends—Key Sale Finds I'm Steering Them Toward

My Best Friends Keep Asking for Top Summer Trends—Key Sale Finds I'm Steering Them Toward

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By Jade Reason

Technically part of my job as a fashion editor is to shop, but to my friends, I'm their personal stylist. And yes, I love it. When I'm "off the clock," fashion and shopping are still top of mind for me, so providing style tips for those in my inner circle brings me pure delight. More often than not, I get that inevitable question from my best friends: "What are the latest summer trends?" Most of my friends want my advice but don't want to spend a fortune, so when it comes to staying stylish without breaking the bank, I’m steering them toward more affordable options.

We’re on a mission to get some summer shopping done without splurging excessively. We’re reaching for light layers in natural fabrications to keep us looking and feeling chic and cool all summer long. As I browsed through the racks, I pointed out some of my favorite trends, and it made me think of the idea to write this article.

On that note, I thought it could be fun to create a few outfit ideas for friends and you, dear readers, for any summer fashion inspiration you may need this season. Here are 3 outfits for those long, hot summer days.

I’ve rounded up an array of outfits using stylish items: from blazers, silk tops, maxi A-line skirts to mesh flats, jewelry, summer sandals and pajama bottoms selected from Mango, Cos, Reformation and Nordstrom (psss, Nordstrom Anniversary sale til August 4). I've included heavily discounted designer pieces to keep things fun with retailers Net-A-Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Shopbop, Bergdorf Goodman, Moda Operandi and more.

Below, you'll find three chic looks that work for different occasions to add to your cart during your next shopping trip if you're looking to stay on-trend whether you're looking for a chic casual ensemble or something a bit dressier. Keep scrolling for outfit inspiration to shop to purchase each piece.

SHOP STYLE JOURNAL EDIT

Magda Butrym silk top | Similar here & here | Cos Wide-Leg Pants | Similar here, here & here | Toteme T-Lock Bag | Similar here, here & here | Nadri Prima Drop Earrings | Similar here | CHANEL Hydra Beauty Lip Care | Similar here | A.Emery Jalen Sandals | Similar here |

31 Elegant Summer Wedding Guest Dresses That Will Get You Compliments On Your Next Wedding Invite

Timeless Summer Wedding Guest Dresses That Will Get You Compliments On Your Next Wedding Invite

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Wedding /Festive Summer Season

This summer is quickly shaping up to be one of the busiest to date, my calendar is filled with all sorts of trips from bachelorette parties, weddings, baby showers, to birthdays and vacations. There's no greater shopping challenge than finding an on-trend, unique, not-too-flashy option that fits the dress code. And while many may dread the endless array of wedding invites including me, once you’ve received the invitation and RSVP’ed yes, I can't help but take delight in the hunt for the perfect dress for each event. I am at your service for any excuse to do a shopping deep dive.

Depending on the time of the event, you'll want to dress somewhere between formal and casual for a semi-formal or cocktail attire summer wedding. Wear darker, more formal hues for an evening soiree; opt for light colors and fabrics for daytime nuptials.

This season, in particular, the fashion godmothers have blessed us with a stunning selection of chic summer wedding guest dresses. In fact, it took much restraint to narrow it down to 30 stylish picks.

I began at my usual stops—Nordstrom, Revolve, J.Crew, H&M, Mango, and Shopbop—and came across an endless array of dresses that range from classic to fashion-forward to completely on-trend. Think satin, floral prints, sequins, sheer details, ruffles, and so much more. Scroll down to shop my curated list of the most stylish summer wedding guest dresses along with visual outfit inspiration to give you an idea of how to style the standouts of the season-making a subtle yet nuanced statement that won’t upstage the bride while also guaranteeing you’ll receive compliments. Win-win.

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