Just as we were getting used to the cold winter temperatures of 8 degrees Celsius, I am sure you must agree with me when I say I bring on Summer! No really, we have sacrificed a lot in winter, from body heat, body goals and did I forget to mention style? Don’t even get me started on the looks some of you decided to rock this Winter, Ugg Boots (argh..), Jeggings (argh…) and the whole wearing your pyjamas outside (I am starting to get a headache). Seriously Winter was a lot, however Summer presents a perfect opportunity to redeem ourselves (and you know who you are), especially for all the events planned for summer. However, with the scorching heat that is gifted to us by Summer are we going for comfort over style? Luckily for you, at Trove we have officially dubbed the theme of Summer 2021/22 “Comfort meet style, Style meet comfort” Here are some fashion rules you definitely need to live by this Summer:
Rule 1: Bringing back shoulder pads
At least my boyfriend blazer will never let me down *sigh* but now that we are on this topic which schmuck invented that name? Seriously we need to have a convo on the need of you constantly reminding me of my current non-existent relationship why is it that no one has heard about “oversized”? Whether you call them Boyfriend blazers or Oversized jackets the whole point of this trend is to elevate your height by creating a long line silhouette we suggest styling this blazer with form fitting garments like a pair of skinny jeans, biker shorts, crop top or even satin dresses. Boyfriend blazers ahem Oversized blazers are a fun way to play with shapes and colours this summer and below are some of our favourites on Trove:
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/contempo-set/
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/woolworths-chocolate-leather-jacket/
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/blazer-from-mango/
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/tiger-of-sweden-blazer/
Rule 2: Reintroducing Wide Legs
Did somebody say maxi? Well, I sure have never heard somebody call for a small Caramel macchiato at Starbucks during Winter so why not adopt the same for summer? Wide Legs will be a popular statement this summer due to the light material and the wide space is perfect for the cool summer breeze. The perfect way to style wide legs is going for a relaxed look all together with basic sandals and a loose-fitting blouse or bralette; you can even go for a basic cotton shirt or crop top for a night however to stay true to styling wide leg we find a bohemian theme is the best option for the look. Below are some of our favourites on Trove:
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/forever-new-belted-floral-culottes/
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/hm-pants/
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/forever-new-culottes/
Rule 3: Colour me Summer
YOUR POV: Its Spring and its 25 degrees Celsius outside, you are going to lunch with a friend 
and throughout your meal you are getting weird stares, you look down and realise you are wearing head to toe Black *cue horror movie scream* Lucky for you Trove is a non-judgement zone and don’t worry after the allotted time of shame has passed you too will be baptised in all things fashion starting with the use of bold colours! Don’t be afraid to layer different colours or play around with intense colours like Hot Pink, Bright Cyan, Bitter Lime, Dark tangerine, or Grapefruit this is a sure way to make a statement. Below are some of our favourites on Trove:
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/network-
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/dress-3/
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/cherokee-ombre-shirt/
Rule 4: Let’s get physical!
One word for you athleisure! Well that’s actually two words if you really think about it but that’s not the point here, wait what was the point? Oh, right try saying athleisure 5 times in a row, no? okay I will get back to the blog sheesh! This pandemic has tuned us all into creatures of comfort and whether you are rocking your favourite yoga pants or a mono colour matching set, athleisure was indeed designed for a pandemic summer! You might SBWL a morning jog along the coast and a coffee date with a Tinder match after? There is no need to swap an outfit just be sure you have deodorant with you, Trove will not be held accountable for dates gone wrong! Asseblief tog!
Below are some of our favourites on Trove:
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/yon-combo-
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/factorie-bandeau-tops/
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/black-and-white-top/
Rule 5: Diamonds are girl’s best friend
Well maybe not diamonds and more like accessories for some of us our bougee tank is 
running low its been a long year and frankly my self-care needs have taken a president this year wait why am I even explaining myself to you, it aint no bodies business but mine and my bank account but seriously the best part of accessories are the reasonable prices attached to them whether you go to Lovisa, market day vendors or your favourite China Mall store you can pretty much get any accessory and the coolest part of thrifted accessories well the price goes drops even more so say goodbye to your Bougee budget and say hello to your thrifting budget. Below are some of our favourites on Trove:
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/black-pink-sunglasses/
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/rosegold-fringe-hoop-earring/
- https://mytrove.co.za/product/guess-bracelet-watch/
In the next blog we will be covering more rules for you to follow if you want to have an amazing Summer at least where fashion is involved (side-eye), we are a fashion online marketplace after all not a dating site or travel agency 😉
