Muggy Weather Fashion

It has been ridiculously humid in New York this summer; just one more reason this sparkle girl is glad to work from home. I’m loving all the braids, bows and creative ponies that keep hair under wraps and de-frizzified. But what about the clothes?

Dressing for this weather can be a total pain. Here are some ideas:

Cotton Babydoll Dress

A ladylike cotton dress with a full skirt will keep you cool and cute at the same time. Plus, it won’t cling if you sweat a little. Peter Pan color, puffed sleeves and a pair of pumps make this simple fashion statement scream, “Style!”

Cutoffs are Everywhere!

If ever there were a time for short shorts, this summer is it. Keep your cutoffs classy by pairing with a billowing top… and flat shoes only need apply for a position with this outfit.

Peep this:

YES, you can wear a lace top with nothing beneath save a bra. But! Try a demure skinny jean like hers in candy pink to balance the look and keep yourself from appearing too naked.

Full of Lace

Thank you lookbook.nu

The word is out: this season’s go-to fabric of choice is lace. And aren’t you lucky that it looks good on everyone, and can be found within every budget? Flipping through all the September magazines, it’s hard to find one not featuring a lace story. I’ve always been a girly girl and am thrilled to know that I’ll be on-trend while rocking one of my favorite fabrics this fall. Let’s discuss.

Get Leggy

Elegance is easy when you throw a cotton dress on with lacy leggings or tights. Here are some high-low options:

Reach.

Kiki De Monparnasse nuit lace leggings, shopbop.com, $495

Reality.

American Apparel stretch floral lace stirrup legging, americanapparel.com, $42

Long Story Short:
A long sleeved mini dress will always work, and this seasonless classic goes day-to-night effortlessly.
 
Reach.

Marchesa embellished stretch-silk and lace dress, net-a-porter.com, $3,995

Reality.

Rare 60's lace swing dress, asos.com, $102.45. Leggings or black tights could turn this into a dress instantly. Gorgeous! And red lace is all the rage.

Top it Off:

If you’re a shy girl, you can rock the trend with a simple lacy top. Here are some ideas.

Reach.

Ladylike and glamorous with a vintage feel. L'Wren Scott houndstooth lace shirt, barneys.com, $1,875

Reality.

O'Neil truly blush pink lace top, lulus.com, $46