As the temperatures rise and the heat becomes unbearable, it seems like everyone has summer plans.

The summer is the best time to go out, enjoy the weather and meet new people. The most important part of attending all these summer activities is making sure you look the part.

The key to summer fashion is to not be too done up for the barbeque, but to avoid being too casual for a summer kickback. If you’re headed to the beach this summer, be sure to take note of the current high waisted bathing suit trend, which hints to a 1950′s style. If you’re going for a one piece, cut outs are very popular, giving style and edge but coverage at the same time.

If you’re headed for a backyard barbeque, braiding is big this year. Braiding in the hair, braiding in the shoes, braiding makes things look easy, but fashionable all at once. Braiding goes perfect with the continuation of the cutoff trend, adding to the ease but chicness of an outfit. Heading out on a summer night can prove difficult because the heat is still high but the lights are low.

 The key is to cover up, but keep fabrics light. One word, sheer! Sheer blouses and shorts or skirts are the keys to summer fashion.  

 When it comes to staying fashionable, summer is one of the best seasons to take risks and really enjoy your style. Stick to these tips and you’ll be covered, cute and prepared for the heat.