Think back to the first warm day of the season: the sun was shining, the birds were chirping, and the streets were abuzz with people flaunting their summer wardrobe. We’d bet anything that majority of the outfits on display were floral.
While we always love a good floral, there comes a point in the season where we’d like to shake up our look with something else. We’ve rounded up 8 great patterns that are perfect for summer — no petals in site.
1. Windowpane Check
The long lines of this classic take on check add elegance to an otherwise airy design. Kick your work wardrobe into high-fashion with a windowpane check blazer, or choose a lighter hue for a breezy weekend look.
Get the looks, from left to right:
Slim-Fit Stretch Sport Coat
Knit Pencil Skirt
High-Neck Linen Jumpsuit
2. Graceful Gingham
Regardless of what’s new and good in the world of fashion, gingham always seems to come back as a summer staple. Worried about looking like a picnic blanket? Stick to pieces that are fitted and sleek.
Get the looks, from left to right:
High Waisted Bikini Bottoms
Off-Shoulder Skater Dress
Gingham Dress Sandals
3. Rainbow Stripes
Sport some low-key retro vibes with this bold trend. Pair it with denim as your neutral to ramp up the ’70s vibes, or keep it subtle with rainbow accessories like shoes and sunglasses.
Get the looks, from left to right:
Dyllon Metal Round Rainbow Sunglasses, from Urban Outfitters
Rainbow Stripe Trousers
Rainbow Stripe Tea Dress
4. Quirky Cherries
This cheeky trend is sweet as, well, cherry pie! Not ready to commit to wearing a full orchard on your dress? A pair of cherry earrings is just as endearing.
Get the looks, from left to right:
Cherry Bomb Dangle Earrings
Wrap Maxi Dress
Cherry Print Button-Up
5. Breezy Palm Leaves
Take the vacation with you wherever you go with bold, tropical palm leaves. This pattern feels most at home on the beach, but it looks just as good at a dinner out when tucked beneath a blazer.
Get the looks, from left to right:
Wide-Leg Pant
Denim Palm Leaf Print Shirt
V-Back Midi Dress, from Target
6. Star-Studded
Channel your inner witch or warlock with flowy pieces in this mesmerizing pattern. It will quickly become your go-to look for nights out, summer weddings, and more.
Get the looks, from left to right:
Shiny Moon & Star Necklace
Long Sleeve Star Print Dress
Star Baseball Shirt
7. Playful Plaid
Take this winter staple into summer with bright hues reminiscent of Cher Horowitz from Clueless. Short hems and modern accessories keep the look from feeling stuffy.
Get the looks, from left to right:
Slim-Fit Bright Blue Plaid Suit
Summer Plaid Mini Skirt
Plaid Bucket Satchel
8. Wide Stripes
This classic print makes going from work-wear to playsuit a breeze. Simply pick pieces that have a little sway to them, such as tea-length skirts and culottes.
Get the looks, from left to right:
Knee-Length Skirt with Pockets
Strappy Back One-Piece, from Target
Linen Sash Waist Ankle Pant
