I cannot believe that it is late August and summer is almost over! How can Hot Boy Summer be ending when I am just figuring out the definition of Hot Boy Summer? All I know is that HBS is winning and Hot Girl Summer is a muffled flame! @ me ladies!

This summer I was proud of myself because I stuck with my 2019 summer style goal which was to add more color. Typically I lean towards neutrals and texture but I wanted to dial up the color this summer and be more playful.

I found this pink, blue, yellow and white vertical striped t-shirt by the brand Super Massive at Buffalo Exchange here in New York. I love the vibrant colors in this shirt because it makes a bold statement and sets the tone for the rest of the outfit.

A major star for this outfit is yet another Buffalo Exchange pre-loved item: The Puma x Poggy Suede Classic x Poggy Man Dark Blue High-tops . When I saw these shoes in store at BE, I couldn’t take my eyes off of them due to their futuristic and minimal silhouette. They have a sole sock design, a bubblegum sole and they fasten up the back with a tongue and loop closure. For a fun splash of color I wore multi color zebra print socks by Happy Socks and yes they do make me happy!

I completed the outfit by adding medium washed denim shorts (similar) by H&M and a very special gold and amethyst custom necklace by the brand Wicked Heathens that was gifted to me from a good friend.

This outfit screams summer and signified the year that I took a chance on my summer wardrobe and experimented with bright colors. As the temperature begins to drop here in NYC, I will bask in the glow of summer stripes as I begin to transition to fall within the next few weeks. Did you take any risks or chances with your summer wardrobe? If so, let me know what you tried in the comments and as always…

I leave you in love, peace and style,

xoxo Lonnie