Women:
Little White Dress
Everyone knows that a little black dress is appropriate for almost any occasion, but in the summer, this becomes true of the little white dress. This dress is a flirtatious must have for summer dates, whether it be for grabbing drinks with friends or enjoying the opportunities for outdoor dining. The crisp freshness of a white dress will highlight your sun-kissed skin and while appearing effortlessly stylish. Throw the dress on with a pair of sandals or wedges that speak to your personal style, and you are ready to go!
Off-the-Shoulder Blouse
The off-the-shoulder styles of this season are perfect for anyone who wants to show a little skin without having to worry about showing too much. For a romantic look—and to avoid summer frizz—style your hair in a topknot or halo braid. By wearing your hair up and donning an off the shoulder neckline, more attention is drawn to the shoulders and collarbone, creating a romantic look and feel.
Heeled Sandals
Heels dress up any outfit and create the impression of a carefully chosen outfit. While stilettos may be tempting, they are not ideal for summer dates. During the summer it is likely you are going to be outside walking through a park or walking through town. Sinking heels—or worse: breaking a heel—is a nightmare that can easily be avoided by opting for a chunkier heel with less height.
Men:
Colored Pants
Summer is the perfect time to ditch the usual neutrals and liven up your closet's color scheme. A colored pant will give anyone the impression that you spent more than the normal ten minutes getting dressed. Colored pants can easily be styled with a white T-shirt, for the less daring guy, or complimentary colored button-up.
Patterns
With the heat of summer, no one wants to wear multiple layers of clothing. Throwing a sweater over a button up is not an option when it is 80 degrees outside. To create the personality you usually achieve through layers, play with patterns. This time of year is when you can play with florals or funkier abstract patterns.
