2008 Woodie Awards
Stepping Out In Style: Summer Fashion 2007
By Whitney Nichole Stevens
Issue date: 6/18/07 Section: Campus Life
We've had one heck of a Spring semester in terms of the weather. Some days were cold and rainy, while others were as hot as the last day in August. With all the crazy weather behind us and FINALLY the end of the Spring semester, the time has come for us to put on our shorts, Capri's, flip flops, Air Force One's, and tank tops to embrace the beauty of summer. There is a wide variety of new fashions, trends, and colors that have hit the fashion scene and are yours for the taking. It's all a matter of your style and how you choose to step out this season. If your tired of wearing the same old thing and looking for a new look, this is the article to read. Let's take a look into what's hot this year in summer fashion.
Ladies, the summer is a great season for you, because you get to put away those stuffy sweaters and jeans, show a little skin, and throw on your skirts, shorts and cami tanks. The colors this year have come in all hues and are the most unique to date. The summer colors this year are bright oranges, pinks, greens, blues, and reds. The most popular color this summer is mustard, which is a sexy shade originating from the yellow family. As far as the trends are concerned, take a trip to your local mall and check out the stores. You can achieve the grown and sexy look and shop within your means. Keep in mind you don't have to break the bank to step out in style. At the mall, you will find the hottest fashions of the summer season and still be able to stay within a good price range, because we ALL know times are hard as a college student.
Stripes, flowers, and polka dot halters, tank tops, and off the shoulder blouses in the colors mentioned above are all the rage in women's fashion this year. And of course you can never go wrong with a graphic tee, a pair of fitted Capri pants or shorts, and some flip flops or skimmer sneakers. Speaking of shoes, let's not forget shoes can make or break an outfit. The wrong shoe can set off even the hottest ensemble. Find your way to the nearest shoe store where you will find a vast selection of bright colored patent leather pumps, wedged heels and stilettos. For your beach days, you might want to look into picking up a pair of graphic print flip flops. They come in a variety of colors and patterns such as hearts, cherry, 80's stripes, cupcakes, skulls, apples, and much more. After you've put together your top, bottoms, and shoes, you might want to try jazzing up your outfit with a few accessories. A colorful bangle, necklace, earrings or belt may be just the look you need to put the finishing touches on your look.
Ladies, the summer is a great season for you, because you get to put away those stuffy sweaters and jeans, show a little skin, and throw on your skirts, shorts and cami tanks. The colors this year have come in all hues and are the most unique to date. The summer colors this year are bright oranges, pinks, greens, blues, and reds. The most popular color this summer is mustard, which is a sexy shade originating from the yellow family. As far as the trends are concerned, take a trip to your local mall and check out the stores. You can achieve the grown and sexy look and shop within your means. Keep in mind you don't have to break the bank to step out in style. At the mall, you will find the hottest fashions of the summer season and still be able to stay within a good price range, because we ALL know times are hard as a college student.
Stripes, flowers, and polka dot halters, tank tops, and off the shoulder blouses in the colors mentioned above are all the rage in women's fashion this year. And of course you can never go wrong with a graphic tee, a pair of fitted Capri pants or shorts, and some flip flops or skimmer sneakers. Speaking of shoes, let's not forget shoes can make or break an outfit. The wrong shoe can set off even the hottest ensemble. Find your way to the nearest shoe store where you will find a vast selection of bright colored patent leather pumps, wedged heels and stilettos. For your beach days, you might want to look into picking up a pair of graphic print flip flops. They come in a variety of colors and patterns such as hearts, cherry, 80's stripes, cupcakes, skulls, apples, and much more. After you've put together your top, bottoms, and shoes, you might want to try jazzing up your outfit with a few accessories. A colorful bangle, necklace, earrings or belt may be just the look you need to put the finishing touches on your look.