Style Tips: Dress Up Your Summer Outfits for a Party

Do you want to know how to transform your casual beach basics into stunning party pieces?

Let us give you some styling tips for turning that summer frock into a party attire that speaks of comfort and edgy femininity. From women’s summer blouses to oversized kaftans, there’s always a way to make good use of your summer wardrobe.

Sustainable Style

Celebrate your summer favorites by infusing some twist into timeless pieces and wearing them to any party you are invited to. Mixing and matching stylish staples not only breathes new life into your wardrobe but also supports a sustainable fashion lifestyle. Altering, restyling, or adding some accessories are some of the ways that you can make good use of the clothes that you already have.

To dress up for a party, you can simply style up your current wardrobe. Your hot pink goatskin pre-loved Chanel handbag can add a pop of color to a black knee-length embroidered kaftan, for example. Or perhaps, your mom’s heirloom pearl drop earrings can add understated elegance to your spicy yellow sleeveless tiered dress.

Below, we have shared some bits of fashion wisdom on how you can make your summer tops, bottoms, dresses, or even cover-ups more party-ready. Read on and discover some fashion inspiration for dressing up your summer pieces for a party:

1.        Infuse Color

Using color is always a good option when you want to style up your summer outfits for a get-together. Of course, you still have to consider first what kind of party you are going to. It’s only proper to dress appropriately for the occasion as it shows respect for the hosts and other guests.

There are different ways to add color to your summer outfits. One, you can wear a yoke-decorated empire cut dress and cinch it with a gold or multicolored belt. A bright yellow backless kaftan with side ties can also be worn over a plain black strapless jumpsuit for an evening affair.

You can even play with cosmetics to glam up your summer outfits for a party. Either go for fierce eye makeup, rosy cheeks, or come-hither lip color (just pick one feature to highlight to avoid looking like a clown).

2.        Play with Textures and Prints

Textures and prints lend an outfit more depth and character. When you want to glamorize your summer attire for an evening party, for instance, you can choose an embroidered chiffon top paired with plain black leather pants or a sequined miniskirt.

If you’re going to an afternoon picnic, for example, you can dress up your summer crème-colored summer trousers by wearing tops with different textures or intricate detailing. For example, you can wear a round neck pintuck blouson or tuck a V-neck jersey top with delicate lace embroidery and fringe.

3.        Add Accessories

Fashionable accents can tie up a look or add more charm to an outfit.

For example, a white voluminous kaftan dress with geometric sleeves can have a feminine yet edgy appeal in several ways. First, you can channel a boho-chic vibe by wearing a floral silk scarf as a headband or belt. Then, you can also pull down the collar and turn it into an off-the-shoulder number and accessorize with a colorful braided necklace and a statement ring. Another approach is to wear a chic corset or a denim-and-sequined jacket.

Your summer loose-fit top can even be turned party-ready just by pairing it with sleek jeans and adding a slew of gold, silver, or multicolored bracelets. The same goes with a black ¾ sleeved blouse with metallic embroidery. Just pair it with black pants and wear a statement belt or wear it with a flowing printed maxi skirt, huge hoop earrings, and bejeweled bangles.

4.        Pair with Stylish Footwear

Shoes can also elevate your party style. A belted waistcoat is worn over a red strapless top, and black pencil pants would look great with black stilettos for a nighttime party. It can also be worn as a coat over a silver sheath dress paired with slinky silver heels. A long embroidered kimono can also be worn over a body con dress or halter jumpsuit, then you can strut in pointy-toed slingbacks, strappy sandals, or platform pumps.

You can wear a balloon-sleeve mini dress with Broderie Anglaise embroidery and pair it with elegant ballet flats, floral wedges, or strappy mules for daytime affairs. Cord waistband shorts with lace inserts can be worn for afternoon picnics paired with a volume-sleeve boho top. Footwear options may be cutout flats, dainty slides, canvas espadrilles, or slip-on sneakers.

5.        Glam Up with Bags

A bright tote or a bejeweled clutch can bring a pop of color and a dash of sophistication to any outfit.

For a brunch party, why not tote a yellow floral satchel while wearing an embroidered white minidress? Or perhaps, you can sling a shopper tote bag over your shoulder while wearing a hand-beaded tiered maxi strap dress. You can also choose a crossbody bag for an outreach party so you can have both your hands free to help out or just enjoy the event.

For more formal occasions, you can dress up a high-necked printed chiffon dress with an elegant evening clutch or a tasseled bamboo bag. A vintage Chanel mini-flap in ombre python can also help make a fashion statement worn with a belted waistcoat over a floor-length tube dress.

You can use bags with bright colors, bold prints, or embellishments with neutral or plain-colored outfits. If your attire already has heavy detailing, it’s best to opt for understated yet elegant bags.

Sensational Summer Outfits

These days, looking for summer clothes, party wear, or other accessories can all be done in a breeze. You can just go online and browse through a collection of fashionable choices. Next time you need something to wear, just click, pay, and get ready to wear sensational summer clothing that can double up as party outfits.

You don’t need to wait for the sun to come out to wear your summer outfits. You can still wear them to daytime or nighttime parties by merely updating the looks with accessories, bags, colors, footwear, prints, or textures. Mixing and matching pieces can also be another creative way of glamming up your summer wardrobe. With a combination of creativity and confidence, you can indeed light up a party with your summer staples.

AUTHOR BIO

Andrea Bertinetti is the Marketing Manager at Scarlett Poppies, a vivacious Dubai-based resort and beachwear brand that offers edgy, easy-breezy, and effortlessly cool pieces designed by a cultural melting pot of designers. Influenced by tribal trends with a touch of Scandinavian flair, the brand’s beachwear styles are always ethereal and minimalistic.