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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SUMMER-EVENT DRESSING FT. ABERCROMBIE & FITCH

By Hannah Blincko, 7 May 2024

Summer can bring a fair few events where the dress code is on the smarter end of smart-casual spectrum. Luckily, Abercrombie & Fitch have leaned right into summer occasionwear with their latest collection, bringing you dresses, separates and flex-worthy accessories to elevate your warm-weather wears. Dive into our top tips for event dressing the SS24 way.

#1: MIX YOUR TEXTURES

If you want your look to exude 2024 freshness, diversify your texture choices. Think crinkled linens with metallic accents, or silky satins with a crochet knit. Abercrombie have made sure to include a full range of touch-me textures, so mix and match to your heart's content.

#2: PICK SUMMER HUES

The weather's warmer which means our colour palette is getting lighter and brighting. We're talking lemony yellows, mint greens and powder blues. Basically, if it feels Mediterranean, we're into it. If you're not into the brighter shades, a neutral colour will always deliver.

#3: CHANGE YOUR WHOLE OUTFIT VIBE WITH THE SHOES

Shoes truly determine an outfit's smart-casual calibre. If we're leaning on the dressy side, a silky dress with a heeled sandal is a fool-proof option. But for those more casual occasions, opt for the same dress with boxfresh sneakers, sandals or the style of the season: ballet flats.

#4: ADD ACCESSORIES TO ELEVATE YOUR LOOK

The simplest way to elevate an outfit? Accessories. This season's all about the statement pieces and we're making chunky bangles and oversized earrings our go-tos. Jewellery is also another chance to contrast textures. We're loving metals against satin for that extra-special feel with minimal effort.

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#5: CHOOSE TIMELESS STYLES TO BUILD YOUR CAPSULE COLLECTION

A capsule wardrobe starts with a solid foundation. Add some key dresses, a top and a few accessories to your rotation and you'll be able to have an endless amount of outfit combinations. You'll never panic about not having something to wear for all your upcoming events again.