We're Tossing These 6 Summer Trends for These 6 Effortless Staples
Everyone knows that summer is the season of vibrance, excitement, and fun, and as fashion editors, we're taking that to the next level. If you love personal style as much as we do, you certainly find joy in this time of refreshing your wardrobe and perhaps even adopting a new aesthetic for the sunny days ahead. We're getting a head start on curating what makes sense for our summer wardrobes, and with timeless style in mind, we're ditching overhyped trends and shopping more omnipresent fashion staples.
In my unabashed curiosity, I couldn't resist asking my co-workers about their take on this season's summer fashion trends. From last year's must-have items to outdated color schemes, they're setting aside these trends to make way for what truly embodies sophistication in summer style.
Skipping: Capri Pants
Shopping: Full Midi Skirt
"Capri pants look so chic on some people, but I don't think I can do it. Maybe it's my height (short), but they just don't work for me. Instead, I'll be wearing those full midi skirts that are impossible to not look elegant in."
Skipping: Short Shorts
Shopping: Bermuda-Length Styles
"I've never really been into short-inseam short styles. Whether it's cutoffs or underwear-like micro shorts, I'm personally staying far away. I am, however, embracing pieces with longer inseams that have more elevated details like pleats and finished hems."
Skipping: Bubble Hems
Shopping: A-Line Silhouettes
"Bubble hems are on the rise, and while I wore the skirts and dresses when they appeared in the 2000s, I'm not ready to embrace them again quite yet. On the other hand, I've been gravitating toward A-line silhouettes and will be adding the elegant shape into my closet this summer."
Skipping: Naked Dresses
Shopping: Linen Everything
"Sorry, but the ever-present naked dress trend is just not for me. While it works for many people, it's not as timeless as I'd like. Instead of going sheer, I'm all about white linen pieces for summer because they feel so classic and effortless. Linen is perfect for warm weather because it's lightweight and keeps you cool by wicking away sweat."
Skipping: V-Neck Vests
Shopping: Halter Tops
"Although V-neck vests (or any type of vest, in general) is often a summer staple for our team, it's a cut I personally don't love on myself. Sure, they're good for necklace stacking and for high-heat days, but in lieu of the angular, deep-V cut, I'm opting for simple, timeless halters this summer. Linen, cotton, lycra, whatever—I can't get my hands off of the style."
Skipping: Trucker Hat
Shopping: Logoless Bags
I'm seeing color-block trucker hats everywhere lately, and while I love the way that they look on other people, they're just not quite the right look on me. I am really investing all of my time and money in seeking timeless pieces and currently logoless bags have completely won me over. I just can't get enough of how classic they are.
Sierra Mayhew is a fashion editor at Who What Wear, bringing a decade of industry experience to the editorial team. Since joining in 2021, she has made her mark by blending luxury and accessible fashion, decoding runway trends, and curating must-have shopping lists. Before joining Who What Wear, Sierra sharpened her skills at Harper's Bazaar and Elle, with bylines in Bazaar.com and collaborated with iconic brands such as Gucci and Ferragamo. A graduate of the University of Notre Dame, Sierra translates editorial expertise into viral social content, making fashion engaging for a new generation. Her unique perspective is rooted in her love for travel, music, and discovering the hidden gems that make New York City a constant source of inspiration.
-
We're Fashion Editors—Everything We Saw, Wore, Did, and Ate During NYFW
Let's dive in.
By Anna LaPlaca
-
Jenna Lyons's World: Her Go-To Red Lipstick, Her Latest Eyewear Collab, and the J.Crew Pieces She Still Wears Today
A true fashion icon.
By Judith Jones
-
Not Into Trends? Renée Zellweger's Winter Outfit Combo Is 100% Classic
Just as you are.
By Drew Elovitz
-
Emma Chamberlain's World: Her Warby Parker Collab, Two-Phone Rule, and Spiciest Fashion Takes
"I just want to bring the most joy to people."
By Anna LaPlaca
-
4 Anti-Trend Outfits I Spot Every Time I'm in Europe
Classic looks that are always in style.
By Natalie Cantell
-
3 Non-Holiday Ways to Wear Velvet This Winter
You're welcome.
By Eliza Huber
-
Hailey Bieber Just Used the TikTok Styling Hack That Will Actually Go the Distance
I'm going to use it this weekend.
By Nikki Chwatt
-
After 15 Years as a Fashion Writer, I Know These Free Style Tweaks Will Make a Big Impact
How to give your wardrobe a new lease on life.
By Emma Spedding