by Lauren Rosker
It’s officially March! This means my personal favorite time of year is coming, in terms of lifestyle but also fashion. I love the color palette of these warmer months and I personally think the outfits are cuter (although of course we still love the layering moments of the fall and winter time). Since trends come and go faster than ever before, we thought to put together a list of our fashion trend predictions and essentials for the spring and summer time. Whether or not these become the bigger trends of this season, they can still be cute timeless pieces to keep around for every spring and summer to come!
Pastel Yellow Color
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Last year the trending color we saw was the matcha green color, which actually trended for a long time. I think this year the “it” color will be a pastel yellow color for several reasons: it looks classy and elegant, it makes you look tanner, and it makes you look clean. There is a current trend with “looking clean” that people are buying into with simple jewelry, matching sets, simple makeup, slicked back hair, etc. and this color can definitely play into that trend. This simple color can also be worn year after year and is not like a print that can go out of style. I have already added a few pieces with this color to my wardrobe for summer and I can’t wait to wear them!
Minimalistic Jewelry
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Again contributing to the “looking clean” trend, minimalistic jewelry will definitely be a must for this spring and summer. In the last two years we saw very chunky jewelry trending, like those big colorful resin rings, many layered necklaces, the La Manso rings, etc. I think now people are going for a more clean and elegant look because it contrasts to the old trends that people now find tacky. Looking expensive has always been something that many people have wanted to achieve. Wearing simple jewelry is now viewed as elegant and expensive, which is why I think more and more people will be switching over to these looks. Don’t get me wrong, I still love a statement, chunky, colorful ring and will definitely still wear mine! I just think what will specifically be trending in the upcoming seasons will be more minimalistic jewelry.
Linen
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Linen has always been a summer staple because of its breathable fabric and its durability, not to mention how stylish it looks. The great thing about this staple is that is can be found everywhere, since most stores sell linen items. Warmer towns also usually have stores in the spring/summer that only sell linen items, and in many styles. Although this fabric has always been a staple, I think it will become even more popular this season and will be more commonly talked about as a must-have. It looks great on all skin tones, the fabric is very comfortable, prices of linen are affordable, white colors in general are very easy to style, and again… it gives the “clean” look! Linen items are definitely worth investing in as they will never go out of style and last forever.
Crochet Items
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Crochet items are great for warmer seasons as they are breathable, comfortable, and SO cute. Buying crochet items is also a great way to support small businesses as a lot of people make very creative pieces and sell them on websites like Etsy and Depop. You can also pick up the hobby of crocheting and make your own pieces! Crocheted items were popular last summer but they were more-so items with different prints that have gone out of style by now. I think this year crocheted matching sets will trend and probably items with less “out there” designs. Crocheted cover ups specifically are perfect for beach days in the summer because the knit can be looser, therefore much more breathable. Definitely look into crocheted tops, pants, matching sets, hats, and coverups for the upcoming seasons!
Open Back Pieces
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What I’ve personally been loving are tops and dresses with an open back. I think it looks so beautiful and elegant and they’re perfect to wear in the summer since it’s hot outside. You can find backless tops and dresses in almost every store, if not in person then definitely online. The backless style is a great, simple way to elevate your look!
Colorful Statement Bags
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Last but not least, I think colorful statement bags are going to be really big this spring/summer. We can already see stores filling with bright colors but I personally think that people are going to get over the bright colored clothes quite quickly because they are less of staples and people can get sick of them easier. On the other hand, colorful bags add that same cool pop of color while not being over the top which is why I think they will trend for longer this season. You can find many colorful bags from high end stores like Balenciaga (as seen in the picture) to thrift stores, therefore everyone can participate in this style!
That completes the list for our spring and summer 2022 essentials and trend predictions. We hope that you have been able to get some inspiration for what to get for the upcoming seasons! Let us know in the comments what your personal trend predictions and essentials are and if you have decided to invest in any of the trends mentioned in this article!