Summer is in full swing here in Chicago!  Not only are we going into our second “heat wave” this week but street fests and summer events have definitely reminded us that the busy summer months are here.  We are grateful for some warmth and easy dressing!  There are quite a few summer 2012 fashion trends.  While we can’t pull all of them off, there are a select few that work well for most of us.  Here’s a list of my picks!

NEON

This trend reminds me of years ago in the mid-90’s where everything was bright and colorful.  It made its way back around, as most trends do, and I’m happy to see it on store racks everywhere.  If you don’t want to wear a big piece of neon, like a dress or bright jeans, you can always add a few neon accessories for that pop of color.

Love the simplicity of the dress with the neon!

Dress by High Neck Neon Scuba Dress by Rare ~ On Sale $38.11 – Original $64.62 (Photo from www.us.asos.com)

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It’s mid-May, Memorial Day weekend is fast approaching and the buzz about summer parties has begun!  If there’s one thing I love about the summer, it’s glimpses of fresh white all over the city… and by that I mean white outfits!

Time For White Party! (Photo from www.hometrendesign.com)

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As guests at a wedding, there are some things you’ll never see… and sometimes that may be the bride’s shoe.  Whether or not it’s seen by her guests, the bride’s choice of shoe for her special day is just as important as any other piece of detail surrounding the wedding . If it peeks out at you, try to catch a glimpse… or just watch the bride strut down the aisle in her fab shoes with a confident, happy glow.

Ivanka Trump "Frenchy" ~ Original $140, On Sale $56 (Photo from www.piperlime.com)

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There is nothing more classic than the Little Black Dress.  It’s been the go-to for women worldwide since the early 1940’s, with Audrey Hepburn popularizing the Chanel LBD of her day.  Today, they come in all shapes, sizes, lengths and styles.  Given, these days we could also find what I will call the TBD (Tiny Black Dress), but really, let’s look like ladies as we strut our stuff this time of year.

Audrey Hepburn in LBD (Photo from www.fabuadrey.com)

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If there’s one thing I love about fall fashion it’s the chance to layer clothing as you like.  It’s the easiest way to add a pop of color or your favorite accessory without looking overdone.  Fall is all about layering.  It makes us feel trendy, cozy and luxe all at the same time.

Now, I’m not saying you should grab every accessory you can think of but the few pieces you can include in every fall outfit is a scarf, a bracelet, a belt and maybe a hat.  You’ll find me wearing a scarf or wrap with trendy earrings and a coat (trench or leather for fall, wool for winter) from October until March.

Velvet Printed Scarf from Zara for $49.90

Here are some lovely scarf options for the season that could be worn with any outfit – casual or dressy – making it look easy, updated and fashionable.

Velvet Printed Scarf from Zara for $49.90

Candyce Paraggua is theBrideScoop’s “Eye Candy”!  She is a newlywed and passionate about fashion, food, dance and social media.  If she is not taking care of her husband, finding the best restaurants in town, doing the cha cha or organizing a tweet up, well… then she is “researching” (code for SHOPPING!) for her next writing assignment on theBrideScoop!  To find out more about Candyce, please follow her on twitter or read her blog.