SB FASHION: Greetings Beloved Readers

SB Magazine — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:25:48 +0000

Your SB Fashionista, Casey Craig, here!

Love is in the air, and wedding season is upon us! The past few years have felt like a rollercoaster love affair with plenty of highs and lows. After a flood of postponements, cancellations, and precautions in 2020 and 2021, the rush to make up for lost time in 2022 brought the biggest boom of matrimonial ceremonies in almost 40 years! 2023 is slated to be the largest celebratory season yet. You’re probably even sorting through a stack of invitations right now which inevitably leads to the question of what to wear!

The Farmhouse Barn Wedding.

Ever-so-popular in the deep South are rustic nuptials with more cowboy boots than heels. Elevated comfort is the name of the game here, so slip on an easy-going dress with a polished finish. Try a classic neutral palette in muted hues of khaki, blues, and greens. Choose a lightweight fabric such as cotton, linen, or chambray that will keep you comfortable.

Big City Sophisticated Wedding.

When the occasion calls for chic city sophistication, gravitate toward stylish and structured outfits that feel sleek and modern without being too statement-making. A bold and architectural take on the LBD that is not for the faint-of-heart wallflower will stand out, but no one will accuse the wearer of upstaging the bride, either. A sleek low ponytail or French twist, clean and classic metallic jewelry, a nice timepiece, and a contemporary clutch will provide the polished finish you desire.

Beach Resort/Destination Wedding.

Chances are you’ve been invited to an exotic locale with a humid climate. Lightweight dresses, jumpsuits, and shorter hemlines are perfect for shoreside ceremonies. A tropical wedding is the perfect excuse to wear this season’s bright, bold colors. Magenta, aquamarine, and other neon hues will pop against the beachy backdrop. Mules, wedges, and other shoes with low, block heels will ensure you’re steady on the sand or in the grass.

White/Black Tie Wedding Event.

If the bride is in couture and the groom is in a tuxedo with tails, it’s your moment to go all out! No exceptions. When it comes to formal weddings the hemline of your dress should be floor-length, not showing the ankles, with an appropriate dress shoe and bag to match. If you’re looking for something a little less feminine, a trendy, well-tailored pantsuit is a perfect alternative for wedding guests with a little edge.

Backyard Garden Party Wedding.

Celebrating a summer-in-the-south wedding in a beautiful outdoor setting can be an unforgettable experience, especially in the wrong outfit. In the sweltering summer heat, be sure to keep cool and comfortable in the perfect garden party frock by selecting midi length dress in a neutral or light color palette in a flowy, light, loose-fitting fabric such as cotton or chiffon with a flattering fit that gives classic, fresh, fashion-forward vibes..

Semi-spontaneous elopement to Vegas.

Prepare to say cheers to the new couple in a fun cocktail dress that makes a glamorous statement. Metallic finishes are on trend and rich, vibrant colors always work well for those memorable moments of spontaneous splendor. Lean into the feel of elegant whimsy with a smoothed low ponytail, strappy stilettos, a clutch, and shoulder-skimming earrings.

Traditional Church Wedding.

A church wedding almost always calls for modesty and simplicity, usually meaning a more conservative look in a floor-length, tea length, knee length, or midi dress. If the classics are preferred, choose a feminine floral piece as an easy, polished go-to design. If you desire a touch of modernization, look to a style that features a more contemporary print as an extra restatement of a formal classic.

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Fashion: Greetings Beloved Readers

SB Magazine — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 11:51:16 +0000

Your SB Fashionista, Casey Craig, here!

Summer officially arrives on June 21st, and I like to think that whoever created Spring Cleaning was truly focused on sprucing up their wardrobe for Summer-Summer-Summertime! Yes, that’s a 90’s reference.

Get those base tans and beach waves ready because bright, sunny days are just around the corner! What better way to kick off the arrival of warm weather than with a complete wardrobe refresh? It’s officially time to clear out the old and celebrate the new by upgrading your sunny-says-ahead wardrobe to include the hottest trends and must have colors, styles, and cuts! As you replace your heavy sweaters with bikinis and tall boots with strappy sandals, your swimwear stash from last season is likely in need of an update as well.

A stellar place to start is with the top trends of 2023. Swimwear trends tend to follow after fashion trends but with unique adaptations to address swim needs. The sheer looks that were prevalent on Spring 2023 runways are reimagined as barely-there cover-ups, while cutouts have inspired alluring cutout one-pieces and unique bikinis.

As your resident Fashionista, I present to you the hottest colors, accessories, details, and silhouettes that will be everywhere this season. Stay ahead of the biggest fashion trends with SB Magazine to showcase your unique style while lounging by the pool or enjoying a beach vacation. Snag these sizzling must-haves before your eagle-eyed fellow fashion lovers do!

String Bikinis with extra string
These sexy suits have become all the rage this season and can easily be taken from beach-to-dinner by wearing the top as a beachy bralette. Wear a classic white linen button-up over it with trendy denim shorts for a more casual look, or an oversized blazer and sleek pants or tailored shorts with a low ponytail or bun for a sexy, sophisticated look.

3D Embellishments
Unapologetically over-the-top embellishment details like rosettes, bows, and oversized ruffles with amped-up visual impact are trending heavily now. These suits are harder to find, but they are sure to be the flashiest flare in the crowd!

Cut Outs
Empower yourself to break out of the basic bikini rut by going for a one piece or bikini with strategically placed cut outs to show off your glowing skin in all the right places. Dare to bare! This fashion trend has been spotted all over runways across the world and is gaining massive momentum. Cutouts add a fierce, modern edge to your summer expose!

Hardware & Chain Details
Avoid losing your jewelry in the ocean by accessorizing with your swimsuits instead. Edgy styles held together by metal piercing-style hardware and eccentric ornaments artfully hits the bullseye with this trend. Silver- or gold-tone O-rings are popping up in tons of shops, as well as customizable suits with interchangeable shoulder straps of beads, pearls, and chain links.

Black One-Pieces
For an “I just got back from my Riviera yacht” vibe, choose a more mature, sophisticated look by wearing fashionable solid black one piece with kitten heels, a sheer floor length coverup, a black wide brim hat with low bun or ponytail, and oversized black sunnies. Jackie O would be proud!

Crochet
Peeks of skin tend to steal into the spotlight but move over cutouts because a plethora of top brands are favoring the hand-made look. Newly coined Mermaidcore, the crochet swimsuit/cover up trend is the perfect way to serve “she sells seashells by the seashore” all summer long. Add in the beachy waves hairstyle, a white mani/pedi, and some shimmering tanning oil for the ultimate sun kissed sea-maiden aesthetic. Sailors beware…for a siren lurks nearby!

Bucket Hats, Baseball Caps & Visors
Ditch the straw! Break away from the ho-hum norm by replacing the typical, overworn wide brim straw sunhat with a trendy new option. Thanks to the resurgence of nostalgic fashion, bucket hats are a trending silhouette and come as structured or distressed, offering a fun retro twist as it protects your face and neck from the sun’s rays. If you’re a baseball cap girl, this versatile classic style will become your year-round go-to. Snag a cap that is lined in satin to help protect your hair against frizzing and breakage. My new fav, protect your lovely poker face with a visor that has a colorful transparent bill that gives a sporty-sassy vibe to everything in your summer wardrobe – from your tennis whites to your slinky poolside bikini.

Big bags and totes
Again, ditch the straw! Step into the limelight with the chic, functional preference for Summer 2023 by opting for a colorful, whimsical print on your large beach tote this season instead. If you must have straw, snag a whimsical one that is stylishly woven with patterns and embellishments.

Angular Cat Eye, Shield & Sporty Sunglasses
Let’s talk sunnies! Embody your inner Audrey Hepburn with an edgy twist with classic yet sharp angular cat-eyes that scream empowerment. Shields have hit the fashion scene in a major way the last few years and have culminated with the Hello Moto mashup blending Shields and Sporty aesthetics. Wrap around sporty sunglasses have gotten a modern upgrade this season with colored lenses. And, of course, be sure to protect those peepers with polarized lenses!

Honorable mentions: Metallics and Sheers

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