Summer is around the corner, meaning long beach days, warm nights dining al fresco, weekend getaways, and more are in your very near future–yay! To get your wardrobe in tip-top seasonal shape, you’ll need to make sure your closet is stocked up with all the summer style essentials, from a timeless little white dress to a go-everywhere straw bag. But that’s not all: This season is also ushering in a new crop of trends that are perfect for incorporating into your summer outfits. We’re talking about the ultra-current pieces every It-girl will be sporting for the 2019 season, the ones that will instantly add a fresh, updated feel to your look. Sound good? We think so, too. Scroll on for the 12 summer fashion and accessories trends you won’t want to miss this year.
Consider this your summer sweater. A knit tank looks more polished and put together than it’s cotton t-shirt counterpart but it’s just as versatile!
Shop the Look: Good Vibes Only Yellow Cable Knit Sweater Tank Top
A pretty floral dress with a vintage vibe works for all sorts of summer occasions. Up your style game by stocking up on at least a few this season.
Shop the Look: Chandler Lilac Floral Print Short Sleeve Midi Dress
The old-school hair clip has made a massive–and chic–comeback for 2019. This trend may have started earlier in the year but it’s only going to gain steam as a summer style must-have!
Shop the Look: Lucky Girl Gold Square Hair Clips
A puff-sleeve top or dress is the silhouette of 2019. Wear this romantic shape when you’re looking to give your summer outfit an instant, on-trend boost.
Shop the Look: Aurora White Eyelet Puff Sleeve Crop Top
The return of the biker short led the way for the revival of long shorts in a variety of other fabrics–including, of course, denim. Try giving your ultra-short shorts a break in favor of these lengthier options that just feel totally fresh again.
Shop the Look: Avery Washed High Waisted Denim Bermuda Shorts
Your summer style is pretty much incomplete without a shot of electric color. If going all out with a highlighter-hue dress feels overwhelming, neon accessories are a fun way to try the trend without committing too heavily.
Shop the Look: Averie Yellow and Black Snake Print Slide Sandals
Throwback ’90s bags are going strong this season and while we haven’t tired of the fanny pack/belt bag yet, the old-school shoulder bag is now joining the ranks of “It” summer accessories.
Shop the Look: Kimmy Mustard Yellow Snake Embossed Handbag
OK, cat-eye sunglasses really never go out of style–but this season they’ve gotten a cool-girl update. In fun colors like bright light blue and lemon yellow, and featuring dramatic angles, these shades add instant oomph to all summer outfits.
Shop the Look: Here Kitty Light Blue Mini Cat-Eye Sunglasses
Get ready, ladies: Summer clothes are going bold and bright for 2019. Don’t be afraid to pair your vibrant pieces together, either: These hues have even more impact as a team (ie: a vivid lime green dress worn with bright red heels).
Shop the Look: Island Time Lime Green Ruffled Midi Dress
A classic one-piece swimsuit or bikini is a timeless summer style staple, of course, but don’t be afraid to slip into one of this season’s unexpected swim silhouettes. Novelty details like cutouts, ruffled cap sleeves, and more are all on tap for 2019, ready to take your poolside look to the next level.
Shop the Look: Raquel Blush Floral Print Tie-Front Bikini Top and Bianca Blush Floral Print Bikini Bottoms
At the other end of the 2019 spectrum from slim cat-eye sunglasses are visor-style shields. These ’80s-inspired shades will play quite nicely with your neon accessories and high-cut bathing suits–so rad!
Shop the Look: Kiki Matte Pink Mirrored Shield Sunglasses
California surfer-girl fashion is everywhere right now, and tie-dye is easily one of the biggest breakout trends from that category. A pair of slide sandals is a simple way to incorporate it into your summer style.
Shop the Look: Alexa Blue Multi Slide Sandals
What’s your favorite summer fashion trend? Tell us in the comments!
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