summer fashion

Even if you aren’t escaping on a tropical retreat right now, you can always capture the warmth and beauty of an island destination in time for another Canadian summer. On the Spring/Summer 2018 runways, tropical prints caused a sensation and brightened up the season’s catwalks.

With its crisp fabric, button down style and loose hem, this casual frock is typically made of denim, cotton or linen, and sported on a fashionista’s days off. However, the shirtdress is back in a bigger and better way for Summer 2018, with the fashion gurus of Instagram adopting this trend in various ways. From punchy accessories to chic and edgy silhouettes, here are a few examples of how to rock this look right now.

By now, Vanessa Hudgens has earned quite the reputation as a celebrity fashion icon. After all, the gorgeous 29-year-old actress can usually be spotted wearing some variation on boho chic style. But even the eternally stylish Hudgens has recently taken her signature style to new heights, and can now be spotted in outfits which are more mature and refined.

Even if you sport your corporate gal wardrobe during the week, there’s nothing like lightweight fabrics and playful shoes once Friday comes around. Just in time for two full days of brunching, cocktails, rooftop patios and sunshine, we’ve curated some style essentials to pick up now.

Before you jump into a sheer outfit, consider adopting a new aesthetic and a new way to sport this trend. As opposed to the skimpy mini dresses of seasons past, the new sheer trend comes in many variations. Look to the runways as you upgrade your wardrobe, and prepare to rock out in sheer all summer long.

Whether you are on your way to Toronto’s Pride Parade or dancing the night away at one of the after parties, a pop of colour can certainly light up your whole look. Before you comb through your closet or hit the shops in search of an #ootd, try taking your sartorial cues from Instagram. Just in time for Pride festivities, we’ve curated a few wearable, versatile and ultra chic looks to inspire your own Pride fashion.

With June officially here, school’s out for the summer and bare legs have once again emerged just in time for the sunshine-filled days. If you are wondering how to rock the romper for the season ahead, try taking your style cues from the trendsetters of Instagram.

This month, we have our sartorial radar tuned to Millenial beauties Emily Ratajkowski, Olivia Culpo and Karlie Kloss, who are redefining the model off duty game. Whether you’re looking for an outfit for the weekend or a chic, polished ensemble, take a closer look at these killer examples.

This season, the maxi has made another entrance, this time in the form of an airy, flowing white frock with a heavenly vibe. If you want to steal the look now, try drawing your cues from the hottest Spring/Summer 2018 catwalks.

While it’s always tempting to hit the shops or log on to your favourite online boutique and make some splurge purchases, shopping your own closet can be just as fun. After all, cleaning out your wardrobe can allow to keep in mind that some styles from the previous year remained on trend, while others went down the drain. Here is an official guide of what you should keep and what can be donated, as fashionistas everywhere prepare to refresh their summer wardrobes. 

With the official first day of summer rapidly approaching, it seems that sunshine and warm, relaxing afternoons lie ahead for the month of June and beyond. Whether you are planning the ultimate beach getaway or you are simply lounging by your local pool, Summer 2018 means that beach bag season is upon us once again.

As the weather heats up across the True North, subscribe now for free to read Real Style’s new June 2018 issue, which features beautiful Canadian ice dancer Tessa Virtue on the cover.

Although fringe is often spotted on the red carpets or at music festivals, it seems to be making a big statement on the season’s runways as well. While we have been seeing glimpses of fringe here and there over the past couple years, tassels and fringe accents are back and bigger than ever for Spring/Summer 2018.

With ABC’s The Bachelorette just kicking off Season 14, we’ve quickly been familiarizing ourselves with the signature chic style of the franchise’s latest star, Becca Kufrin. The 28-year-old publicist and reality TV contestant may be currently hunting for the man of the dreams, but it’s her sartorial sense that has stolen our hearts! We are particularly admiring the powder blue colour, which flatters Kufrin’s brunette locks. If you want to steal the Bachelorette’s street style, here’s how to get her look right now.

For anyone who is graduating from university this spring and joining the real world, there’s nothing like the perfect frock to complete your big day. As fashionistas await convocation ceremonies and graduation dinners, floral prints and pastel colours are making a grand entrance.