OVERALLS

So fun, so versatile, so easy. Until you get to the bathroom. But in summer, even that is not such an issue. Declare playtime

BLACK PANTOr several.
One high-waisted, one narrow, one floaty silky, one cropped, one tuxedo, one jeans-style…It’s a blank canvas for everything else, seasonless and timeless

SHORTS
But of course, you’ve been wearing nothing else since May. This year’s are short-short, but walking shorts and florals and lace and leather are all good. Put up your Daisy Dukes

LONG SKIRT

The only possible skirt. Avoid the bohemian look by skirting the issue with pleats, metal embellishments, or a crisp A-line silhouette


CARDIGAN
I’m biased, having never met a cardi I don’t like, but this is the best garment ever invented. Dressy and structured or sloppy and caj, they squash into your purse, add personality, and keep out the A/C chill

STRIPES

Stripes are back, as you have noticed. Maybe too back. But stock up while you can. Remember: horizontals make you look thinner. Verticals on the leg are very unkind.

FLORALS

Fem and sweet no more; make it graphic, wear it large. Pair it with a stripe with extra kapow

ASYMMETRICALS

Nothing says fashion like a single sleeve. Give them the cold shoulder

CROPPED JACKET

Throw it over the long and lean. It’s the only ’80s thing that counts. Aside from Thierry Mugler. And Ungaro. Go short and sweet