SUMMER FASHION TRENDS WITH THE CHARLOTTE TODAY SHOW

SMART SOUTHERN STYLE - SUMMER FASHION TRENDS

Summer is in full swing and I am always looking for ways to stay cool yet still look stylish when it is hot outside. This morning I was on the Charlotte Today show where I highlighted some of the hottest fashion trends for summer. If you are new around here, I am an occasional fashion contributor on Charlotte Today which airs every weekday on NBC. I really enjoy going on the show and am so thankful that they keep asking me back! This time was a little bit different, as I was not in the studio. Since the start of the pandemic, the show has conducted all interviews virtually via Zoom. So, I did the interview with my phone on a tripod in the entryway of my house! Either way, it was fun to chat with host Colleen Odegaard about summer fashion trends. I highlighted 3 different trends on the show and each item I shared is priced below $40. There are links to shop each item under the photos.

BLACK MIDI DRESS (RUNS TTS, WEARING A MEDIUM) \\ LEOPARD SNEAKERS \\ SUNGLASSES — **BLACK MIDI DRESS (RUNS TTS, WEARING A MEDIUM)** \\ **LEOPARD SNEAKERS** \\ **SUNGLASSES**

LEOPARD MIDI DRESS (RUNS LARGE, I’M WEARING A SMALL) \\ SANDALS (SIMILAR) \\ RAINBOW PURSE \\ LAYERED NECKLACE — **LEOPARD MIDI DRESS (RUNS LARGE, I’M WEARING A SMALL)** \\ **SANDALS (SIMILAR)** \\ **RAINBOW PURSE** \\ **LAYERED NECKLACE**

The first trend I highlighted is MIDI LENGTH DRESSES. Midi length is classified as a skirt or dress that hits anywhere from the top of the ankles to just below the knees. This length is nice because it provides full coverage, yet is cooler than a maxi length dress or skirt. The BLACK MIDI DRESS I wore on the segment is a great basic dress. It is affordable at only $20 and runs true to size. I am wearing a medium. Another midi length dress option is also pictured above.

TIE DYE DRESS (RUNS TTS, WEARING A MEDIUM) \\ GOLD SANDALS \\ RAINBOW PURSE — **TIE DYE DRESS (RUNS TTS, WEARING A MEDIUM)** \\ **GOLD SANDALS** \\ **RAINBOW PURSE**

TIE DYE TOP (OVERSIZED FIT, I’M WEARING A MEDIUM BUT COULD HAVE SIZED DOWN) \\ DENIM SHORTS (TTS) — **TIE DYE TOP (OVERSIZED FIT, I’M WEARING A MEDIUM BUT COULD HAVE SIZED DOWN)** \\ **DENIM SHORTS (TTS)**

**TIE DYE SLIP ONS (KIDS SIZES, SO SUBTRACT 2 FROM YOUR WOMENS SIZE TO GET YOUR KIDS SIZE. I AM SIZE 8 IN WOMENS & A SIZE 6 IN KIDS.)**

The second trend I shared during the segment is TIE DYE. Love it or hate it, tie dye is everywhere right now! You can find tie dye shirts, sweatpants, dresses and even shoes! The prints can be bold or subtle with a variety of colors. The items that I am sharing above are all affordable, so you can dd some trendy pieces to your wardrobe without spending a lot of money.

JOHNNY CASH TEE (RUNS TTS, I SIZED UP FOR LENGTH TO KNOT IT) \\ LEOPARD SKIRT (SIMILAR) \\ GOLD BRACELETS \\ SANDALS (SIMILAR) — **JOHNNY CASH TEE (RUNS TTS, I SIZED UP FOR LENGTH TO KNOT IT)** \\ **LEOPARD SKIRT (SIMILAR)** \\ **GOLD BRACELETS** \\ **SANDALS (SIMILAR)**

BE KIND TEE (RUNS TTS, WEARING A MEDIUM) \\ TILE BRACELETS HERE & HERE \\ NECKLACE \\ SUNGLASSES — **BE KIND TEE (RUNS TTS, WEARING A MEDIUM)** **\\ TILE BRACELETS** **HERE** & **HERE** \\ **NECKLACE** \\ **SUNGLASSES**

TACOS TEE (RUNS SMALL, I SIZED UP TO A LARGE) \\ POM POM BAG (SIMILAR) \\ SANDALS (SIMILAR) — **TACOS TEE (RUNS SMALL, I SIZED UP TO A LARGE)** \\ **POM POM BAG (SIMILAR)** \\ **SANDALS (SIMILAR)**

**HAPPY TEE (RUNS TTS, WEARING A MEDIUM)**

The third trend is one that has been around for quite a while and isn’t going anywhere…GRAPHIC TEES. You can find graphic tees that say just about anything. I have some with a band on them and lots with fun or inspirational sayings. Graphic tees can be found just about anywhere for as low at $12, so it is an easy way to add to your wardrobe without breaking the bank.

**CHATTING WITH HOST COLLEEN ODEGAARD DURING THE SEGMENT**

I hope this post (and the TV segment) were helpful if you are looking to add to your summer wardrobe. If you would like to watch the segment, you can VIEW IT HERE.

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