It’s already scorching hot outdoors and the afternoon is inviting us to walk on the beach or drink a mojito by the swimming pool. In a few more days, everyone will be out and about enjoying the summer heat during the long holiday. We are just as excited as you are and we’re with you, counting the days ‘til clock out. We’ve rounded up a few inspirations for butt sexy summer wear and swimwear to guide you on this season’s summer trends.
Celebrity photographer and outdoorsy gal Sara Black– who is usually behind the lens – obliged The Standard LIFE to put her on the other side of the lens for this season’s fashion editorial shot amidst the modern architecture of Crown Towers’ swimming pool in City of Dreams.
From colorful summer cover-ups, bikinis, to maillots and swimgerie, here’s a quick rundown on what pieces to highlight for your summer buy.
Bare Minimum
Maillot never seems to leave the beach trend, it just keeps changing in cuts, colors and patterns. For this season, minimal is the way to go – one piece, one color – and going white screams subtle sexiness with a lot of elegance. Mermaid cut is also something you will often see on your #swimwear hashtag feeds as far as swimsuits are concerned. Mermaid cut is defined along the simple wave on the bust line or the backside of the swimwear. It gives off subtle hints of flirtation but still, do not scream, “Hey, I’m Ariel!”
The turban is still around and a colorful print perfectly pairs with a sleek white maillot. Put your hair down or hide it under the turban – the option is yours; see what fits your face and what looks better on your entire get up.
Romantic Ruffle
One of the most romantic trends on the summer runway is ruffles. Ruffle waves continue to reign as one of the preferred cuts for summer. From swimsuit to cropped tops and even body cons, ruffles are one of the highlights for this season. An off-the-shoulder cropped top looks great on trousers with light feminine colors. Or go a little sweet yet bold and sophisticated with a pair of black bikinis.
Speaking of romantic, fringe has also been a mainstay for a number of seasons. From tasseled swimwear, accessories and footwear, it seems like this flouncy appeal is here to stay. For your summer ensemble, pair up fringe earrings to match your summer wear but don’t go too much with the feminine cuts, tassels and ruffles so as not to become overly saccharine.
Off-shoulder
Off-shoulder pieces have been a favorite of most women for many seasons. This breezy cut is perfect for the summer heat as it allows extra room for air and at the same time gives off a stylish feminine appeal. Off-shoulder dresses are a great summer must-have and they are not confined solely for the beach. A flouncy off-shoulder dress paired with inner maillot or swimwear inside and spruced up with wedge espadrilles is a cute ensemble for holiday brunch with your friends or an afternoon date with your bae.
Under the Sea
As mentioned, the mermaid cut is high this season as it transcends almost all cuts of swimwear. But key to using this trend is subtlety; be part of Ariel’s world but not overtly look like a mermaid and or give off the impression that you are wearing a costume for the wrong Halloween. Pair up a colored mermaid cut bikini with solid colored crochet cover-up for a sultry yet sweet appeal.
Orange is the new black
Peach to tangerine are the fruity shades this season as they give off a fresh and invigorating vibe and scream “a lot of fun” under the sun. The trends on some bikini cuts this season are lingerie-inspired swimwear or “swimgerie.” But then again, if you don’t want to look like a Playboy bunny, reserve the super laced up see-throughs for the bedroom and opt for subtle hints of lingerie on your swimwear. This modern orange bikini shows off pink lace underneath the bust line; it’s barely there but you get the hint. The citrus colors also make the swimgerie contemporary looking instead of making it look like a costume reserved for the bedroom.
Creative Direction by Tatum Ancheta • Photos by Star Sabroso • Styling by Noreen Claire Lim Legaspi, assisted by Criscel Bobis • Model: Sara Black • Makeup by Jannett Fadera and hair by Ricafort Manalad of Creations by Lourd Ramos Salon • Shot on location at Crown Towers Manila, City of Dreams • Special thanks to Ms. Charisse Chuidian, Francine Dayrit and Crizelle Gloria
LCP is available at their flagship boutique located at 10th Avenue corner 39th Street, BGC, you may also check their online store once it launches this month at www.shoplcp.com. South Sartorial is available online at www.southsartorial.com starting on March 20.