Summer Fashion (it isn't as hard as it looks)

   
    I know, with the heat and the bugs, summer can be daunting (well it is to me at least). Fashion is hard, don't get me wrong. But just because of the rise in temperature and applying cream to bug bites (they really made a feast of me this season), your style should not be compromised.

As a teenager, you are expected if anything encouraged to sport daisy dukes, tube tops, and flip flops. When you're older, you should probably move away from the teen look and go for the more elegant, mature, and effortless look. And here's my effortless, elegant guide of how-to:

Underpinnings:
ugh nothing is worse then having lace or silk stick to your sweaty self, one way to cut down on the heat is wear everything in cotton. Cotton bras, panties, thongs what have you. The bonus with cotton is heat isn't retained as easily, it absorbs sweat and washes easy. Any lingerie store carrie it, and it is usually less costly. 
p.s. stockings or hoes of any type are not required, not only will this age you but it will jut make you overheated (desperately reaching for something yourself with)

Shirts:
in my opinion with anything in fashion, classics are always best to stick to (but again, this is just my preference) classics such as the t-shirt (no one wore it better than Clark Gable), keep in your closet at  least one white, navy, and black. Experiment with colours but keep in mind the cut and fit of a t shirt. Are you showing to much cleavage?, Is the fabric stretched across your bust? Can you move your shoulders? Or do you raise your arms and your belly button is in sight? Perhaps take a friend shopping with you to help be the judge. 

Besides the classic T-shirt, the tank top or light material blouse is popular and can be paired with anything (shorts, skirts, etc.) For tank tops and blouses though, keep in mind fit and how much skin you are showing. Being conservative is so much more attractive and is ageless, but if that isn't you (covering up) then let your freak flag fly and sport your skin. I high five you for your daring attitude. 

Bottoms:
no nothing wool just throw that in the winter box or where ever you store your seasonal clothing. Depending on where you are in the world, you might be able to get away with pants, but if it gets to warm here are my suggestions:
-capris
-black leggings
-shorts
-skirts

all of these can range in style, colour, and length. I personally like a black capri, leggings and shorts (it's naturally slimming and I feel more parisian than usual) and with skirts something A-line is always my favourite, allows air flow and is beautifully feminine. But again, what ever floats your boat is the way to go. 

Dresses:
so so many options with summer!: there are to many types to tell; a-line, strapless, maxi, etc. Right now I am a big fan of anything in a light weight material that falls at my ankles and allows me to move. But heres some fabric suggestions for occasion and keeping the sumer season in mind:

wedding (yes it is the season for it): don't wear white, or black. No blanc, No noir.  Unless you are a bridesmaid and the bride-to-be has instructed otherwise. Keep in mind that this is the couples day, not your shining moment. Avoid fabrics such as satin or silk, these will stain with sweat and stick to your body. Dress styles such as strapless, a-line, empire, anything that allows air flow and that you can dance in. Honestly this list (except the no noir and blanc) is applicable to occasions ranging from baptism to cocktails. Maybe later I will right up a guide to dressing for certain occasions, later though