Solstice Style: Our Favorite Summer Trends 2018

With the turn of each season, it is a chance for a new beginning- a time to freshen up our wardrobe and switch up how we view our style. While lately the sun has been out and the days have been hot, summer has yet to officially begin! However, next week the sun will be at its highest point in sky, making for the longest amount of daylight all year. This marks what is called the 'Summer Solstice'. Here at bella mia we thought we'd celebrate this celestial holiday with a storewide sale and chance to brighten up our wardrobes.

Now time for a quick language lesson: The term solstice, derives from the Latin word solstitium which translates to “the sun” and “to make stand.” Like the Sun, we want to stand high and proud and begin this season with a newfound confidence. Below you will find some key styles we feel celebrate the spirit of summer and honor the meaning of the Solstice.

Flowin in the breeze dresses

Combat sticky summer heat with a light flowy dress! Whether your day consists of running errands, going to a party, or shopping downtown; a dress is a simple piece that has an effortless chic vibe. It’s all about how you style your dress! Accessories set the tone to complete your look.

For a more casual style:

Your Favorite Pair of Sneakers
Your Go-To Statement Earrings
Your Customizable Denim Jacket

For an elevated look:

Your Edgiest Pair of Wedges
Your Daintiest Necklace
Your Stackable Rings

**Free People Mini $88, Free People Seamless Crop $20, Taupe Shoes $39, Oversized Bag $46**

**Billabong Maxi Dress $74.95, Crossbody Bag $38m Taupe Shoes $39**

Statement sunnies

This may be the most important purchase you make all summer: sunglasses! You need to protect your eyes but you also want to look effortlessly styled. We have found the perfect brand of sunglasses to fit everyone’s style: big and bold, small and dainty, or trendy with a statement. The greatest part of these sunnies is their low price point so you can get one pair for the whole summer or several pairs to rotate with your outfits and mood! It’s hard to pass on something stylish that won’t break the bank, am I right?

**Very J Orange Maxi $58, Incognito Sunnies $16**

**Element Romper $40, Incognito Sunnies $16**

The perfect tank

Let’s be honest, not everyday we wake up wanting to put together an INSTA-MAZING outfit that will have everyone talking; some days you want to roll out of bed put on an easy #ootd. Our key piece for those days is a simple tank that makes you look and feel awesome! The ultimate goal for these tanks is finding something that will go with anything in your wardrobe: skirts, shorts, jeans, or under your overalls!

Z Supply Tank Top $24, Z Supply Camo Overalls $62, Backpack $38, Black Sidecut Loafers — Z Supply Tank Top $24, Z Supply Camo Overalls $62, Backpack $38, **Black Sidecut Loafers**

Z Supply Tank Top $24, Sanctuary Cargo Pants $108, Necklace $14,Black Sidecut Loafers — Z Supply Tank Top $24, Sanctuary Cargo Pants $108, Necklace $14,**Black Sidecut Loafers**

Rock that skirt

Skirts are HOT this summer. Bonus for us because we love to let our maxis flow in the wind and minis show off our summertime tan. Our favorite part about skirts is how every person can individualize them:

For the chic ladies pair your midi skirt with a plain v neck and simple jewelry.
For our fun and flirty ladies add dangle earrings and a platforms with your mini to make all eyes on you!
And for our edgy Bellas pair your maxi with your favorite graphic tee and sneakers!

Billabong Floral Maxi Skirt $49.95, She & Sky Yellow Crop Top $32, Black Sidecut Loafers  $42 — **Billabong Floral Maxi Skirt $49.95, She & Sky Yellow Crop Top $32, Black Sidecut Loafers $42**

Free People Black and White Tank Top $68, Free People Modern Femme Mini $50, Straw Purse $42, Black Sidecut Loafers $42 — **Free People Black and White Tank Top $68, Free People Modern Femme Mini $50, Straw Purse $42, Black Sidecut Loafers $42**

All about florals

The sun is out and the flowers are standing tall! We want to embrace the floral vibes by adding anything floral to our wardrobe. Keep your flowers bright and bold, cute and delicate, or as embroidered additions. Our favorite ways to add flowers to brighten up our summer outfits are:

Floral Dresses and Skirts (Obvi) This is the easiest way!
Embroidered florals on jeans and shorts are still on trend so grab some iron ons to customize your look or find some of our embroidered pieces throughout the store!
Flowers on your earrings, bracelets, and necklaces! This subtle addition will elevate any wardrobe.