Here’s the thing about summer of 2020: I feel like there’s a leaning toward very frilly, girly, flowery dresses and blouses starting to emerge on my feed. I’ve found that these sorts of lines rarely look good on me because they’re too soft and not structured enough for my yang-leaning figure.

All images in this grid from pinterest.

Now, I don’t see this as a problem or a disappointment, as there is a season for everything in life and fashion. But I’m going to choose to be the walking juxtaposition I am and wear whatever makes me feel beautiful, feminine, powerful, etc., which usually means wearing more structured, masculine lines. (I even made a Pinterest board about it. I update the board when the inspiration hits, so definitely follow me over there!)

All that said, here’s what I’m drawn to for the summer of 2020:

GENERAL VIBE: playing with short vs. long opposites, cropped, boxy styles, open backs, care-free, cropped linen, going bra-less, tailored short-suits, golden/bronzy makeup & skin

Some of these pieces pictured/mentioned are the actual item I’m hoping to pick up, some are just a vibe I’ll be thrifting around for. Actual items I’m hoping to purchase are linked! Affiliate links are denoted with an asterisk (*).

TOPS:

Breton Striped, boat neck long sleeve top. (cropped)

Square neck crop top

HUGE shirt that I steal from my Dad (or maybe thrift for)

Chunky, beige cropped cardigan w/ contrasting buttions (not sure if I want an oversized cropped one, or something more fitted)

All images in this grid from pinterest.

BOTTOMS:

Cut off shorts (high waist)

Black denim mini skirt (like this one from Everlane)

linen "trouser” shorts (Like these from Frank and Oak)

DRESSES:

Backless, linen, mini dress or romper

Ribbed, bodycon dress (I love how Zoe and Lisa look in theirs, so I want to give it a try.)

All images in this grid from pinterest.

SHOES/ACCESSORIES:

Heeled Sandals (Like the Nisolo Paloma Mules in Black*)

Flat Sandals (Like the Isla Slides in Black*)

Hoop earrings (I’m looking to get my cartilage pierced this summer, and I want to get a little bb hoop for that.)

Red Swimsuit (I LOVE this one from Hackwith Design House. I’ve had my eye on it for a couple summers now.)

Image 1, 3, and 4 from pinterest. Image 2 from Hackwithdesignhouse.com.

MAKEUP/HAIR

sultry, grungy eyes

freckles (natural)

‘bare’ skin/ BB creams

messy brows

bronze goddess

braids and twists

care-free curly afro

HERE’S A VIDEO WHERE I SPEAK IN DEPTH ABOUT THIS LIST:

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