Summer is Here – Time to Bring Out Those Summer Fashion Trends!

Summer is here! Are you excited?! You should be excited because it is time for you to bust out all of your favorite summer fashion! No more windbreakers or Spring sweaters, with this turn in the weather, you can now bust out your favorite shorts, tanks, and tees. 

In the past couple months, we are still breaking down the new trends that were set during the London Fashion Week. As a result, we are rushing the stores to make sure that we have the wardrobe necessary to be the best looking person. So for those of you who are having trouble, here are some fashion tips that you can ride right into the summer season.

#1 – Loose Fitting Pants are the new rage. Also known as harem, slouchies, or dhotis, these baggy pants are perfect for the warmer months this summer. Team these pants up with a vest and tee and you will be looking pretty fly.

#2 – The White Blazer. The white blazer has been a staple for the summer fashion season for quite some time now (ala Miami Vice). It does not matter whether you are a man or a woman, rocking these blazer with some nice jeans will have you looking wonderful.

#3 – Sunglasses. This should be pretty obvious. If you want to protect your eyes from the sun, one of the best fashion tips you can receive is to buy a good pair of sunglasses. Not only will you be looking attractive, but you will be protecting your vision.

#4 – Clogs. This sandle like high heel has become quite popular over the years. Usually made out of wood, this shoe a great for all occasions.

#5 – Get a high profile watch. Believe it or not, but watches are IN STYLE! Get yourself a nice looking watch for the summer and you will be the talk of the town.

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Urban Fashion Leads Us Into a New Fashion Age

Urban fashion and hip hop fashion are two unique types of fashion that were originated by African Americans and other minorities in the most ethnic neighborhoods in Virginia, Los Angeles, Atlanta, New York City, Detroit, and Philadelphia. This very distinct style has become extremely popular over the course of the last 15 to 20 years. With the growing popularity of hip hop music all around the country, urban fashion has taken the forefront of the fashion industry, and as the days go by, it is only getting more and more popular.

One of the most popular brands of hip hop fashion during the 1990’s was Tommy Hilfiger clothing. 

Though Hilfiger was the most popular brand during that time period, other brands were beginning to take form in the urban fashion world as well. Those brands included Calvin Klein, Nautica, and DKNY.

During one performance on Saturday Night Live, Los Angeles rapper Snoop Dogg (now Snoop Lion) wore a Tommy Hilfiger shirt during his live performance, stores all across the country sold out of that shirt the very next day. 

                     

During the late 1990’s and early 2000’s, hip hop artists from around the globe began launching their very own fashion labels. These fashion labels capitalized on their popularity in music and taste in clothing, and people began rushing the stores to by these new clothes. 

Some of the most popular rapper turned fashion artists include P. Diddy (Sean John), Russell Simmons (Phat Farm), and 50 Cent (GUnit Clothing).

This line of fashion has been dominated by the likes of these types of music artists, and it will only continue to become more popular.

As the popularity continues to grow, you will see a mix of new trends along with a rehash of older trends that are making their way back into 

the light.