Fashion

Fun and flirty looks for any garden party

Summer is finally here, and designers are celebrating with colorful dresses in graphic patterns. Some of the hottest colors are sunflower yellows and Kelly greens. Hemlines have lowered a little bit from last year to a more moderate knee length or right above. And there's a flattering shape for every figure.

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It’s a jungle out there this season

Designers have taken cues from global tribes and classic safari looks for an updated city chic style for this spring and summer. Style.com calls the trend “Style Tribes” and highlights numerous designers who have influenced the safari trend.

Designers Bring Safari and Tribal Looks to the City

Animal prints are a key ingredient in this summer’s safari trends. Anne Klein designed this roll-sleeve shirt dress and nipped it at the waist with a wide belt.

Breathable Fabrics Up the Comfort Quotient

Great tailoring by Armani gives this linen Nehru jacket a trim fit. An Ike Behar window pane shirt adds some pattern to the neutral color scheme. Chocolate washed linen trousers by Ballin Sport add comfort to the otherwise structured look.

BUILD YOUR WARDROBE ON A WELL-STRUCTURED FOUNDATION

With the whirlwind of ever-changing trends, it’s refreshing to see a resurgence of classic styles.

Classic is mainly about the quality and lines of a garment. Not only does a piece need to have a traditional silhouette, but its the fabric must be timeless as well. Silk, cashmere, linen and crisp cotton are all natural materials with great longevity that will take you from season to season with minimal wear and tear.

Small Touches Update the Timeless Look

Neutral classics are reinvented with sheer fabrics this season. This high-waisted silk chiffon dress from Banana Republic is belted with cream ribbon and has the traditional lines of a shirt dress.

TO GET THE LOOK YOU REALLY WANT, DO SOME RESEARCH AND LISTEN TO THE EXPERTS

When the big day arrives, all eyes will be on you, so it’s worth listening to expert advice on how to look your best.