NEW CASTLE —
It's graduation season!
May and June mark the end of one journey and the beginning of another for so many. And with this comes the opportunity to celebrate. So what do you wear to honor these new grads? Oftentimes these parties are fairly casual and dressing comfortable, easy, and for the scorching weather is important.
Let's base these clothing options on the time of day the parties are being held.
First up, a day party. Usually the most important obstacle to deal with during the day is the heat. For women, battle the heat in a cute but comfortable cotton dress. Bright (even neon) colors are so popular for summer, so the brighter the better!
Cute, but comfortable sandals and simple accessories, like a great hat to shield you from the sun, are all you need. For men, a simple polo shirt, comfortable cargo shorts and boat shoes will keep you cool while you enjoy the party.
For a night-time party you can kick things up a notch. Women, take out your favorite pair of dark wash denim in whichever cut you prefer (just make sure they're flattering to your body type. A boot cut is the most universally flattering). Add to that a pretty tank and bring a cardigan to toss on top as the temperatures go down.
For the men, a great fitting pair of dark denim paired with a relaxed long sleeve button down will look very cool. Top this look off with great loafers and you're ready to party!
Now all that is left to do is celebrate! Honor the graduates for all their hard work and look great doing it.
Daytime Graduation, Women
Dress, Kohls
Hat, Forever 21
Bag, Forever 21
Shoes, Gap
Bracelets, Target
Daytime Graduation, Men
Shirt, Gap
Shorts, Old Navy
Boat Shoes, Piperlime
Belt, Old Navy
Watch, Macy's
Sunglasses, Macy’s
Night-time Graduation, Women
Shirt, Kohl’s
Jeans, Target
Cardigan, Kohl’s
Shoes, Banana Republic
Bag, Forever 21
Bracelets, Forever 21
Necklace, Forever 21
Night-time Graduation, Men
Shirt, Old Navy
Jeans, Old Navy
Shoes, Piperlime
Watch, Macy’s
Belt, Old Navy
(Do you have any fashion questions for me? Email me at sarah_stright@yahoo.com. I'd love to help you look and feel your best.)
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Sarah Stright is a Neshannock Township resident with a passion for fashion, and a love for the written word. Her “Fashion ... Help?” blog will appear each Wednesday on www.ncnewsonline.com.
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Some cool, casual ideas for a daytime graduation party.
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Some cool, casual ideas for a night-time graduation party.
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