Summer 2013 Fashion Trends As Spring Comes To A Close

It’s hard to believe that there are only a few weeks left until spring is finally over, quite possibly due to half of spring still feeling like winter. Regardless, summer is just around the corner so it’s time to gear up for the warm weather with the hottest fashion trends this year. Whether you’re heading for a beach vacation on the coast or casually walking down the street, here are a few fashion styles you should keep your eye out for so you look the best all summer long:

Coral is the new pink: Okay, nothing will replace pink but this year coral, the warm mix of orange and pink, is making its way onto the market this summer. Whether you add it to your dresses, tops, pants, shoes, or bags, adding a little coral flare will give your entire look a summer glow, perfect for this year’s fashion trend.

Bright is the new back: While coral may stand out as the color you see most often this summer, consider adding a pop to your fashion with a bright punch of neon pink, orange, or yellow. Don’t go overboard, though; this summer will be all about highlight softer tones with small touches of bright color.

Patterns are back: While the spring flowers are well past being in bloom, the summer is bringing plenty of floral patterns to the main stage this year. Not just for your grandmother’s wallpaper anymore, exciting patterns (such as flowers, fruits, and wild shapes) are making a stand this year. Mixing large patterns so it looks intentional instead of an accidental mistake is the key to pulling off mismatched patterns.

Goodbye cocktail, hello peplum: Peplum dresses are very fitted across the entire body except for a small flair around the waist; celebrities have been bringing this cut to the red carpet for a few weeks now and fashion designers are loving the accented but subtle cut, so be prepared to see it taking up a lot of shelf space. Peplum dresses are great for a night out but using a peplum top with a chic pair of leggings can be a classy-casual look for any evening.

Overalls: While they may not be for everyone, overalls are definitely not reserved for just children anymore as they become the latest fashion trend. If you want to keep things extremely easy this summer, toss on a shirt and throw on a pair of overalls and you will be good to go.

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