8 Common Summer Style Mistakes You Might be Making (And How to Fix Them) | What to Wear #AD

There are some simple style mistakes that can ruin the most perfectly put together summer outfit in an instant but they're easy to avoid and easy to fix. So in today's video I'm going to share with you some simple rules to follow if you want to look your best this summer. Whether it's a sudden drop of temperature indoors or a cool breeze in the evening or a need for some protection, a lightweight layer is essential in a summer wardrobe and yet so many ladies forget to carry one or take one with them. Wearing a sweater worn over the shoulders is a stylish way to be prepared for cold weather by making the item a part of the outfit. Now rather than wearing a sweater you could actually do this look with a cardigan. So wear nor, if you need it you can wear it worn draped over the shoulders. It looks incredibly chic and it will keep you warm without making you too hot and it will protect your shoulders from getting burnt. Which leads me on to another simple style mistake which is forgetting to wear a high factor SPF. Apart from the long-term damage to your skin, in the short term sunburn means what you wear is determined by how burnt your skin is so potentially your outfits could be ruined. It may be as simple as missing those areas like the crease of your underarms, the backs of your knees, your chest and if you use any kind of retinols or other products like that on your face then it's even more important to cover your face with an SPF. I don't know about you but I find skincare really really confusing. There's so many different products out there and so many different ingredients. Peptides, glycolic acid, beta hydroxy acid, retinols, I mean it's an absolute minefield. It's just so difficult to know where to start and what you should be using or shouldn't be using to make your skin look great. If you feel the same way you should try Skin and Me, you will absolutely love it. 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I'll link it below in the description box as well for you and there'll be a link there to the Skin and Me website so you can find out a little bit more information. Wearing heavy or closed toe shoes in really hot weather can be very uncomfortable but they can also disrupt the overall balance of your outfit. The silhouette of an outfit is a really important aspect of its overall aesthetic so if your shoes are significantly heavier and bulkier compared to the rest of the outfit then they can draw the eyes downwards and become the focal point. That in turn will make the lower body appear heavier and shorter even. So opt for thinner more slimline soles. Slides will go great with everything from dresses and tailoring to casual looks and worn with a lovely pedicure these shoes will keep your feet cool and comfy. If you prefer wearing a closed toe shoe look for shoes with breathable insoles that are removable and washable. If you don't like showing your toes then you could try a slingback version which gives you the best of both worlds, hiding your toes but giving you some airflow. I'm sure you know the Coco Chanel quote, before you leave the house look in the mirror and take one thing off. Well maybe in the summer it should be take two or three things off. Overloading on accessories can make you feel hot and bothered and just weighed down so choose your accessories to complement your outfit without overwhelming it. Embrace a minimalist mindset when it comes to accessories during the hot weather. Choose things that serve a practical purpose as well as adding some style so for example you could opt for a wide brim hat to protect your face from the sun or you could choose lightweight scarves that can double as belts or wraps and of course the ultimate summer accessory is sunglasses which effortlessly elevate your summer outfits. The key is to strike a balance between style and comfort when it comes to wearing accessories in hot weather. You want to choose functional pieces that enhance your outfit without making you feel overheated or weighed down. Pairing the right colours together can make an outfit but if you put the wrong colours together you could end up looking like a Christmas elf or a fast food restaurant. Yellow is a lovely colour for summer but with red it ends up looking like Ronald McDonald. If you take away the red and stick with white and yellow the outfit all of a sudden looks fresh and vibrant. Colour pairing can be difficult to navigate but in summer if you're unsure then stick with one colour and pair it with white. It works with most colours, white and pink, white and blue, green, red, orange. You know a mistake that lots of ladies are guilty of in the summer, including myself, is avoiding bright colours. It's the perfect time to try different colours but if you're not used to wearing them and maybe a little bit nervous to try then just try the gradual approach and just ease yourself in gently. Begin by incorporating pops of colour through the accessories like adding a really beautiful vibrant bag or bold shoes. Now just like I mentioned before you could try pairing bright colours with neutral tones which allows the colours to stand out while still having a sense of sophistication. But if you're really uncomfortable in bright colours just ease into it by starting with softer pastel shades and as you become more comfortable you could just gradually introduce bolder and brighter hues into your outfits. If you really want to embrace that kind of carefree spirit of summer then avoid wearing tight fitting clothes that are just going to highlight the areas that you'd rather downplay. Instead of wearing tight fitting clothes you could wear flowy and lightweight dresses in beautiful breathable fabric like cotton or linen in styles like maxi dresses or a-line dresses or even shirt dresses. They're really comfortable but they give you that freedom of movement. You could wear tops that have a relaxed fit like loose t-shirts or blouses which can keep you cool but still allowing that air circulation around your body. Instead of tight jeans or leggings go for wide leg pants or that have that lovely breezy silhouette or skirts with an a-line or a flared silhouette are a bit more comfortable in hot weather and instead of tight jackets go for lightweight kimonos or cardigans that can be layered over your outfits. They'll provide you some coverage without the constriction of tight clothing. In the winter when we're more covered up it's easier to overlook the fit and the condition of our underwear but in the summer when clothes are lighter and a little bit more revealing it's crucial that we pay attention to visible bra straps and vpl if we want to look polished and put together. So is it time to have an underwear overhaul? We always think about refreshing our wardrobes during seasonal transitions but our underwear deserves equal attention so now is the perfect opportunity to dig through your underwear drawers and assess their condition. If you've bought new things for the summer season have you got the right underwear to wear with it? Things like nude slips, seamless knickers or strapless bras which often go forgotten in our lingerie drawers during the cold seasons. So get organised, schedule that underwear overhaul and write a list of what you need and what needs to be updated so you're fully prepared for a well-dressed summer with no underwear mishaps. 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