Walking on Sunshine

Date: June 17, 2021

Photo via Ricki’s on Instagram

Ahhhh . . . Summer is here! Something about this season makes me invigorated and ready to renovate my wardrobe. While my favourite season is Fall, and I love the layering and accessory opportunities that come with it, there’s nothing better than throwing on a flowy dress and soaking up the warm sun.

We’ve got something for everyone – whether you define your Summer style as easy-breezy, edgy, or flirty n’ flowy.

Boho

These pieces are for all you boho babes who love a carefree, relaxed aesthetic (Summer looks good on you gals) . . . may I suggest throwing on a flowy and floral kimono (Insider’s Tip: PSEUDIO – STAT!) if you wanted to add some layers?

AEO Cropped Smocked Blouse
American Eagle
Cropped Smocked Blouse
H&M Wide High Jeans
H&M
Wide High Jeans
Blackwell Supply Co. Dolce Vita Womens Cici
Blackwell Supply Co.
 Dolce Vita
Womens Cici
Hudson's Bay Canadian Hat Floppy Hat
Hudson’s Bay
Canadian Hat
Tania Floppy Hat

Classic

If you love simple, chic, clean pieces . . . you’re a classic gal. These wide-cut, flowy pants are made with linen and pair perfectly with a crop top, meaning they should definitely be in your Summer wardrobe, ready for all of the upcoming hot and sunny days. And how adorable is this jute beach bag?! The tassels give a darling pop of colour for the ultimate flair. This outfit screams breezy brunch on the beach. Now, all you need is some SPF and a chilled glass of bubbly.

Bootlegger Lily Crop
Bootlegger
Kismet
Lily Crop
H&M Wide-cut Pants
H&M
Wide-cut pants
SoftMoc Roaming Multi Strap
SoftMoc
Sorel
Roaming Multi Strap
H&M Jute Beach Bag
H&M
Handmade Jute Beach Bag

Flirty

Planning a romantic, candle-lit date night with your honey? Got a rustic chic barn wedding to attend? We’ve got you covered with flirty, flowy, and fabulous pieces. Don’t forget to check out Suzy Shier for more floral, lacey, and maxi dresses you’ll adore.

Suzy Shier Short Flutter Sleeve Ditsy Floral Maxi Dress
Suzy Shier
Short Flutter Sleeve Ditsy Floral Maxi Dress
Nine West Tatiana Leather Stiletto Pumps
Hudson’s Bay
Nine West
Tatiana Leather Stiletto Pumps
Joydrop Porto Earring
Joydrop
Ayala Bar
Porto Earring
Sunglass Hut Ray-Ban
Sunglass Hut
Ray-Ban

Minimalist

As Don Draper, my favourite style icon from Mad Men once said: “Make it simple but significant.” Apply that mantra to your wardrobe, and you’ll realize . . . maybe he was on to something. I love simple, neutral blazers, trousers, and of course, heeled mules for an easy slide-on shoe in the summer during errands or at the office. These mules also come in white for the brave and ultra-chic.

H&M Oversized Linen-blend Jacket
H&M
Oversized Linen-blend Jacket
lululemon City Sleek 5 Pocket
lululemon
City Sleek 5 Pocket Wide-Leg High Rise 7/8 Length Pant
Boathouse Womens Kacey
Boathouse
Steve Madden
Womens Kacey
Paris Jewellers Rope Chain 20" Yellow Gold
Paris Jewellers
20” 3mm Rope Chain
10kt Yellow Gold

Preppy

Play date in the park? Grabbing lunch to-go from Sunterra Market to enjoy the sunshine? This dress would be adorable on its own with a belt to create some shape. Or, layer it with a denim jacket and a chic scarf to elevate it.

Ricki's Dark Wash Jean Jacket
Ricki’s
Dark Wash Jean Jacket
H&MLyocell-blend Shirt Dress
H&M
Lyocell-blend Shirt Dress
Quarks Venice Pismo Cream
Quarks Shoes
Vionic
Venice Pismo Cream
H&M Patterned Satin Scarf
H&M
Patterned Satin Scarf

Bold

I have been living in my mid-thigh Levi’s so far this Spring, and they’ll continue to make a star appearance well into the Summer. They’re not too short, but not too long – the Goldilocks of denim shorts. Pair ‘em with a band tee for a casual look or a tucked-in, sheer blouse. And as the weather cools down when Fall approaches, be sure to check out Boutique of Leathers/Open Road for their selection of biker jackets – a definite edgy girl must. Not feeling heavy combat boots for the Summer? Don’t sweat it (literally) because Journeys has Dr. Martens sandals, too. And yes. They’re platform.

Zumiez Roses Black Boyfriend Fit T-Shirt
Zumiez
Thrasher
Roses Black Boyfriend Fit T-Shirt
Below the Belt 501 Mid Thigh Shorts
Below the Belt
Levi’s
501 Mid Thigh Shorts
BOL Women’s Circle Tooled Leather Belt
Boutique of Leathers/Open Road
Women’s Circle Tooled Leather Belt
Journeys Dr. Martens
Journeys
Dr. Martens
Jadon Boot

Maia

Marketing Coordinator

Maia is a classic Central Albertan gal who KNOWS her way around Bower Place . . . she grew up exploring it! If she’s not scouting the best of The Great Indoors, she’s probably strapping on her hiking pack to escape to the mountains or grabbing her cowboy boots (she’ll never say “no” to a rodeo). She has a love of free-spirited 70s vibes including eclectic accessories, bright colours, and fun patterns.

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