031: The Only Summer Event Formula You *Actually* Need
Concerts, Weddings, Farmers’ Markets, OH MY!
Summer means one thing: EVENTS. There is literally something to do every day of the week and boy, oh boy, do you need a formula to help you throw something on, look cute af, and get your lil’ booty out the door to have some funsies. Lucky for you butterflies, we’ve put our thinking caps on to make some bomb(bbbbb) outfit formulas for y-o-u. Through no fault of our own, the time lords have forsaken us and we are already halfway through summer. But never fret you poppyseed muffins! We’re here to keep the magic sparkling with our bests for any event you have taped to the fridge.
Oh, The Events They Will Attend
AB: I am catching wind that summer gothic is this summer's theme. It means going with an ensemble that has black as the core color instead of the oh-so-obvious white. I’m interested, and have been experimenting. For my wardrobe I’m aiming for the scandi girl cuteness with an Avril Lavigne flare. I am keeping this week rather visual, so here's what I mean.
AB: Literally ANY top + bermuda shorts + kitten heels. Example below.
CM: I second this! But add cowboy boots????? Ooh and a red lip!
CM: Oh I am allllll in with white all summer long. But mostly due to this layered cake—oops I meant skirt. It’s very very high-waisted so I’m still working on figuring out which tops I like, don’t yell at me but I’m quite excited to style her for fall.
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AB: The ying to my yang <3
AB: What I like to call the nightie dress or the slip dress or simply things that are usually dedicated to sleeping in but end up wearing during the day because it is comfortable, fluid and low-key. It also is breezy and lets us show a bit of skin in the baking heat. I especially like it when grounded with a hard shoe or accessory. A great nightie plug is Depop seller dirati who sells a ton of vintage sleepwear, Victoria Secret slip dresses and camisoles—and she is FULLY aware of gothic girl summer. However, her colored pieces are a personal fave.
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CM: I totally second this, and totally dropped the ball on snapping a picture of my fit to prove it, but I love the heck out of my purple slip skirt paired with a flowy tank—this one in particular from my friends at Ref, ironically the model has it styled the same way.
AB: LBD is stronger than ever. Truly it doesn’t need much explanation. The LBD is solidified in its place in fashion forever, but here is a little reminder of how “effortless”, elegant and sexy it can be. If you're feeling daring, add the pop of color. One black dress can be worn to a rodeo, a concert, a party, the heck add a raffia bag and you’re at the Saturday market!
CM: FACTS. I also love a linen and/or cotton pant look. Shorts make me sticky!!! I like the length and need something that doesn’t make me melt when it’s 96 (it’s literally 96 degrees right now, in MONTANA).
AB: Your best… and I mean your BEST pair of denim and the most basic top. It’s too easy not to and it always looks good. When I say basic I meant it. A solid ribbed tank like so, or an everyday tank. This one gives the perfect layered look.
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AB: What makes these my best pair of denim? It’s that in-between wash I love, they fit like a glove, and they are tailored to my exact height. Yes I went to my local tailor for these! That hem is *chef’s kiss*!
CM: I’m also a grade A sucker for a matching set. I bought this one off Depop last winter!! I’ve worn it over and over. The best part? Literally only Duel knows I’ve worn it twenty times, and that’s only because he lives with me. It’s an easy uniform that instantly makes me feel put together!
Honorable Mentions
CM: Okay and now for the fun part. WHAT TO BUY!!! Or scour Depop for. Linen pants are always a need, not just a want. Perf for vacation, perf for idk living???? I like these from Reformation, I’ve also heard good things about J. Crew’s linen options.
CM: Okay maybe not a formula, but everyone needs that one go-to summer dress. I’ve been losing my MIND over this Rhode drop-waist option. She’s pricey! Beware that you too might fall in love. Here’s a more affordable option that comes in some v fun colors! I’m also completely here for a black drop-waist strapless dress, with dewy skin, a red lip and a slicked back bun? Are you kidding? It’s giving Italian Riviera. Where do I sign?!?
AB: I can taste the wine and hear the party music already!!
AB: Okay, BEST Bermudas:
CM: The tank you choose for summer better be the one that makes your toesies tingle, because we all know that despite the *many* options in our closet, we always put on the same two. My vote? A bateau neck tank. It’s one of those styles that can be dressed up or down and gives a little bit of interest. There are SO many good options out there (don’t worry I won’t link another Reformation top), but I will give you this one from Aritzia, this one from DISSH (I’m droooooling over this one) and a Madewell option to round us out.
CM: Don’t even ask me about denim shorts because I have YET to find a pair that replace the ones I made myself in high school, I’m still mourning. Rumor has it Agolde is a good place to look—though I’m still looking.
CM: If we’re bringing up the shoe factor, you already know I’m going to recommend you invest in quality and therefore ALOHAS. Their sandals section is *chef’s kiss*. I’ve been completely enamored by these, heard a few good things about these. Also love these for like an elevated summer crochet vibe? It’s giving 50s but she’s at the beach??? OH AND THESE UGH!!!
AB: My slip dress favs from Depop -
CM: If you need some vintage spring/summer options…we have those covered too.
Deep Cuts
AB: Elsa Hosk slaying the nightie and a hard shoe combo
CM: We didn’t even touch on wedding guest dresses, I’M SORRY!! Here’s some inspo instead.
AB: An amazing bermuda and kitten heels slay
CM: Wait, wait, wait! But also bermuda and a Mary Jane? Immediately recreated with my sparkly pink flats.
CM: *sings in a high-pitch voice* I looooooove this dark and moody summer look.
Before You Go
CM: It’s hot, hot, hot out here in MT! Are you surviving the South AB? I would wilt in but one summer breeze down there.
AB: We out here (only leaving the house from 7am-9am)!!! Thanks for tuning in once again you little poppyseed muffins lol.
HAGS (have a great summer)! Ciao for now. xx