By Sierra Barrios, Managing Editor
Tired of sitting at home in your sweatpants? It’s time to get off that couch because summer 2021 is overflowing with fresh new looks. A myriad of trends from modern streetwear to classic throwbacks ensure that you’ll always be the best dressed at events.
Shorts
Above-the-knee shorts will be one of the biggest trends in male fashion this year. Paired with an oversized tee and white sneakers, this look is breathable and comfortable.
Renaissance-Inspired
Nothing says light and airy like poofed-up sleeves. The thin, loose fabric communicates openness, and pays homage to the renaissance period when puffed sleeves became a trend.
With over 2.4 million posts on Instagram, a #corset is a perfect addition to any closet. Paired with jeans, this modern twist on 1600’s fashion shows off style and creativity, giving a whole new meaning to the term “old soul.”
Strappy Looks
To spice up any look, wrap-around straps give shirts and pants a unique flare. If you choose to show a little skin, midriff flossing makes simple shirts pop. Midriff flossing looks best with a solid-colored shirt, as patterned shirts can sometimes draw attention away from the straps.
Flared Pants
Despite the heat, flared pants are making a huge comeback. Famously worn in the ‘60s and ‘70s, flared pants give your look a groovy vibe that communicates a down-to-earth feeling. No matter what you pair them with, they accentuate your curves.
Baggy Pants
Baggy pants, popular in the ‘90s and the skating community, are also gaining traction as skating becomes more popular. Paired with a tight shirt or crop top, baggy pants highlight the waist. For the baggy streetwear aesthetic, pair your baggy pants with an oversized tee.
Pastels
Looking to add a pop of color to your look? Bright, soft pastels brighten up any room. They’re bold, but soft enough to not chafe the eye. Pastels are best paired with neutral colors, like white, black or tan.
Skinny Jeans
If you love leg day, this trend is definitely for you. This summer, form fitting skinny jeans show off your leg muscles in style. To style these jeans, pair them with a belt, a thin chain and a tucked collared shirt.
Minis
To accommodate the summer sun, everything mini is sure to impress. Mini handbags are the perfect accessory for 2021. They’re compact and convenient to travel with, and they complement any look. Small, hand-held mini bags pop with bulky, head-to-toe looks, and bring a high fashion aura to any streetwear look. Crossbody minibags pair well with solid colored tops or short summer dresses.
Serving early 2000s realness, miniskirts are the perfect way to project confidence and power. Short and sweet, they give your legs some room to breathe while maintaining a sense of mystery. If you’re feeling bold, take it one step further with a low-rise cut.
Bralettes
They may sound scandalous, but bralettes are at the forefront of summer fashion this year. Most often paired with baggy pants and pencil skirts, you can dress them up or dress them down. Add a blazer for business casual, or flannel for grunge chic.
Sheer
Sheer clothes make your looks enchanting and mysterious by only partially covering your skin, making you seem confident and untouchable. Sheer tops over smaller shirts or sheer fabric over miniskirts are alluring and eye-catching. Even better, this is a trend that’s adaptable to any aesthetic.
If you’re not already excited about summer, it’s time to start your engines. As the world opens up a new era begins in the fashion industry, and the category is: you.