It’s only half way through Summer ’16 but there has already been endless amounts of new trends to see us through. Here at The Edit we’ve got your back so we’ve rounded up our top ten looks to achieve your perfect summer style!
1. Embroidery
A lot of the trends we’ve seen over the past few years are an ode to 90’s fashion and embroidery is no exception. High street stores are filled to the brim with embroidered jeans and bomber jackets this summer leaving endless opportunities to embrace your younger self.
Pair it with: a simple top and a classic leather boot.
Where to get the look:
ASOS 70’s Floral Embroidered Shirt
£18
2. Rose Gold Everything
This summer it seems like all things pink are in. From rose gold hair, a trend started by no other than Scream Queens star Emma Roberts, to dusky pink jackets and jeans, it’s all happening this year.
Whether it’s clothes or hair colours, finding the right hue of pink that’s right for your skin tone is essential.
Pair it with: a lip colour to match.
Where to get the look:
River Island Rose Gold Tone Double Strap Heels
£50
3. Coloured Highlighter
Some of you may remember a certain rainbow highlighter, available on Etsy, that went viral around about a month ago. The product gained coverage everywhere from Buzzfeed to Teen Vogue and it’s no surprise – who wouldn’t want their cheek bones to glow in rainbow colours?
This sparked a handful of new trends one of which being using highlighter to make over your whole face.
Pair it with: a nude lip and no eyeliner to get that sun-kissed summer look.
Where to get the look:
BeautySpin Makeup Revolution Vivid Baked Highlighter
£4.90
4. Thigh Highs
It was nearly a year now when we first saw Gucci thigh high boots on the catwalks. Fast-forward to today and everywhere you look there’s a girl in thigh highs.
It’s no surprise this trend took the public by storm, these boots look good with anything from dresses to leather trousers to leggings.
Pair it with: your favourite skinny jeans and an oversized jumper.
Where to get the look:
Boohoo Julia Stretch Platform Over the Knee Boot
£30
5. Bomber Jackets
Bomber jackets coming back into fashion could be one of the best things to happen in 2016, who doesn’t love something that’s oversized, warm and still chic tossed over any outfit? Something that we’re seeing more and more of us silk embroidered bomber jackets, encapsulating more than one summer trend.
Pair it with: a plain white tee, skinny jeans and your shoe of choice.
Where to get the look:
Missguided Ponte Bomber Jacket
£25
6. Blue/Black/Gold Lipsticks
With Kylie Jenner, and those lips, now considered a pop icon of our time, it’s no wonder a high percentage of the general public is obsessing over new, unusual lip colours.
Straying away from the norm, the latest trend in lip colours is no longer a colour but a shade, black. This can be a hard look to pull off but do it right and you could be getting insta likes as fast the King Kylie herself.
Pair it with: something that won’t make you look like you’re dressing as a vampire for Halloween…
Where to get the look:
NYX Cosmetics Wicked Lippies
£5.50
7. Coloured Tassels and Bells (shoes)
Bohemian style is back and why not embrace it with bells on…literally. Tan sandals and bags with coloured bells and tassels are all the rage right now. This trend is perfect for festival goers who want to embrace their inner Coachella girl or just for those who want to spice up a plain outfit with some colourful accessories.
Pair it with: a boho style dress or your favourite all black ensemble.
Where to get the look:
ASOS Filipa Leather Tassel Sandals
£15
8. Bodysuits
It seems as if the bodysuit trend is never ending but we aren’t complaining, what could be better than wearing what is literally an adult baby-grow all day long? Not only does this trend ensure comfort but it also keeps you looking neat and ready for the warm weather.
Pair it with: high waisted everything.
Where to get the look:
Missguided Tall Bardot Bodysuit
£15
9. Off the Shoulder Tops
Whether you’re on holiday in the sun or just staying put in Glasgow, the off the shoulder trend is perfect for everyone. Adding some summer vibes to your outfit couldn’t be easier than throwing on a printed off the shoulder top, even if it is under a raincoat. The only problem with this trend is that it requires a really good strapless bra.
Pair it with: skinny jeans or your best mini skirt – and a strapless bra!
Where to get the look:
New Look Black Strip Bardot Neck Shirt
£17.99
10. Crop Tops
Whether you’re more of a T-Swift show-no-belly-button type or just want to go all out and bare your whole mid-drift, crop tops are perfect for anyone. Finding the best way to style them for your taste can be difficult but crop tops are the perfect addition for that effortless stylish look.
Pair it with: as much skin as you dare to bare.
Where to get the look:
Missguided Rouleau Strap Crop Top
£6
