What to Wear in Charleston This Summer?

This image displays two pictures laid next to each other. The pictures contain a woman standing in a white and green dress on the left. On the right is a woman in a red,green, and blue dress with a unique pattern.

From coffee dates to garden parties, local stylists share how to dress for every occasion on your social calendar

With our summer style guide, you’ll stay inspired for the duration of this season’s social calendar.

COFFEE MEET-UPS
For coffee catch-ups, owner of Harvest Moon boutique Caroline Reid suggests pairing a tee This image displays a woman posing in force of a mirror taking a picture. She is wearing a cream dress with a green and red floral pattern. with the Gigi Pant, which comes with a matching silk bandana, or one of their athletic-ish sets. Polish either look with sneakers from Shoes on King.

Alternatively, wearing a perfect wide-leg jean and embroidered knit top elevates any occasion, says Sloane Strause, founder of Sloane Boutique.

BRUNCH WITH FRIENDS
Get ready to be showered with compliments when you show up for your next gal pal brunch wearing fun prints and unexpected color combos. As Strause says, “Nothing suggests summer like florals—and this multi-colored midi is the perfect option for any sunny day soiree.”

This image displays a woman sitting in front of a white backdrop. She is wearing a colorful floral long flowy dress Additionally, DFTI Boutique’s collection of boldly patterned sun-dresses are always on point for morning mimosas.

GARDEN PARTIES
According to the stylists at Hampden Clothing, “Saturated hues and unexpected color pairings take center stage this summer. Think vibrant tones styled together for an effortless color-blocked look. Also trending are classic stripes reworked in fresh silhouettes and colorways, from crisp shirting to easy knits.” Take these vibes from the runway to the garden party with a breezy midi or a flowing skirt and accessorize with a silk scarf styler at the neck, in the hair or tied as a belt.

OUTDOOR CONCERTS AND FESTIVALS
For outdoor concerts and festivals, owner of Collaboration boutique, Jenn Barrett, suggests combining effortless Southern chic with a New York This image displays a woman standing inspect of a sand colored backdrop. she is wearing a brown hat, a white shirt with a woman printed on it, red shorts, and cowboy boots. She has her left hand in her pocket. City edge such as the leopard cowgirl tee by NYC artist C Press with chili-red shorts. “Pop the look with tall neutral boots to add bold energy. Add layered gold jewelry and a crossbody for a perfectly styled finish,” she said.

The stylists at downtown’s Hampden Clothing added, “This summer, dimension is everything—crochet, fringe, open knits and tactile fabrics add depth to simple silhouettes.”

SUMMER EVENING EVENTS
Evening events call for matching sets in coastal tones with pops of color that can be worn together or apart and styled millions of different ways, says Reid.

By Sarah Rose

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