{"id":85004,"date":"2017-08-10T11:09:50","date_gmt":"2017-08-10T15:09:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/?p=85004"},"modified":"2017-08-10T11:09:50","modified_gmt":"2017-08-10T15:09:50","slug":"5-fashion-must-haves-for-august-2017","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/2017\/08\/5-fashion-must-haves-for-august-2017\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Fashion Must-Haves For August 2017"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/JONATHAN-SIMKHAI.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-85007 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/JONATHAN-SIMKHAI.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"472\" height=\"488\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/JONATHAN-SIMKHAI.jpg 404w, https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/JONATHAN-SIMKHAI-290x300.jpg 290w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 472px) 100vw, 472px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center\"><em>Photo: Jonathan Simkhai Fall 2017 (Vogue Runway)<\/em><\/p>\n<p>As we prepare to embrace the rest of August, fashionistas are no doubt struggling to make the most of their summer wardrobes. With the weeks of summer quickly leading into early autumn, we\u2019ve curated a few sartorial essentials to keep in mind. From a statement skirt to a crossbody purse which can accompany you on all your late summer adventures, look no further than these wardrobe must-haves.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/shop.nordstrom.com\/s\/leith-portrait-collar-stripe-blouse\/4553427?origin=category-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=BLUE%20AURORA%20PORTRAIT%20STRIPE\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-85008\" src=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/PINSTRIPED-BLOUSE.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"333\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/PINSTRIPED-BLOUSE.jpg 394w, https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/PINSTRIPED-BLOUSE-208x300.jpg 208w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 333px) 100vw, 333px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>1) <a href=\"http:\/\/shop.nordstrom.com\/s\/leith-portrait-collar-stripe-blouse\/4553427?origin=category-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=BLUE%20AURORA%20PORTRAIT%20STRIPE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Leith Portrait Collar Stripe Blouse, $78: <\/a><\/strong>With its off-the-shoulder neckline, this black and white pinstriped blouse is sure to fit into your work and weekend wardrobes. The elongating stripes can instantly make you appear leaner and slimmer, while the long bell sleeves are on trend for the season ahead.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebay.com\/webapp\/wcs\/stores\/servlet\/en\/thebay\/shoes\/womens-shoes\/luxe-cross-strap-platforms-0600089538444--24\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-85009 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/BLACK-HEELS.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"348\" height=\"305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/BLACK-HEELS.jpg 348w, https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/BLACK-HEELS-300x263.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 348px) 100vw, 348px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>2) <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebay.com\/webapp\/wcs\/stores\/servlet\/en\/thebay\/shoes\/womens-shoes\/luxe-cross-strap-platforms-0600089538444--24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TOPSHOP Luxe Cross Strap Platforms, $95:<\/a><\/strong> If you\u2019re looking for an extra few inches of height, look no further than a pair of towering platforms. These edgy black leather upper sandals make a splash with their chunky block heels and thick straps.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/shop.nordstrom.com\/s\/bardot-solange-off-the-shoulder-midi-dress\/4415047?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=RED%20COMBO\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-85010\" src=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/PALE-PINK-DRESS.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"286\" height=\"603\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/PALE-PINK-DRESS.jpg 273w, https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/PALE-PINK-DRESS-142x300.jpg 142w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 286px) 100vw, 286px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>3)<\/strong>&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/shop.nordstrom.com\/s\/bardot-solange-off-the-shoulder-midi-dress\/4415047?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&amp;fashioncolor=RED%20COMBO\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Bardot &#8216;Solange&#8217; Off the Shoulder Midi Dress, $157: <\/strong><\/a>The soft pale pink colour of this mid-length frock makes it a gorgeous look for a business function or a party. Of course, the fluttery sleeves and slit up the leg lend visual interest and create a chic effect.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebay.com\/webapp\/wcs\/stores\/servlet\/en\/thebay\/handbags\/handbags-166780--24\/ns-crossbody-bag-0600088760672--24\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-85011 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/MARC-JACOBS-HANDBAG.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"352\" height=\"314\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/MARC-JACOBS-HANDBAG.jpg 352w, https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/MARC-JACOBS-HANDBAG-300x268.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 352px) 100vw, 352px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>4) <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thebay.com\/webapp\/wcs\/stores\/servlet\/en\/thebay\/handbags\/handbags-166780--24\/ns-crossbody-bag-0600088760672--24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MARC JACOBS NS Crossbody Bag, $240: <\/a><\/strong>Whether you\u2019re heading out for the night or simply going for a walk, this Marc Jacobs purse just might be your sartorial solution. The bright berry tone instantly draws the eye, while the practical crossbody style completes the design.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.farfetch.com\/ca\/shopping\/women\/p-a-r-o-s-h--floral-pleated-skirt-item-11927580.aspx?utm_source=shopstyle&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=PHCA&amp;utm_term=CANetwork\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-85013\" src=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/PINK-SKIRT-866x1024.gif\" alt=\"\" width=\"436\" height=\"516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/PINK-SKIRT-866x1024.gif 866w, https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/PINK-SKIRT-254x300.gif 254w, https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2017\/08\/PINK-SKIRT-768x909.gif 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 436px) 100vw, 436px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>5) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.farfetch.com\/ca\/shopping\/women\/p-a-r-o-s-h--floral-pleated-skirt-item-11927580.aspx?utm_source=shopstyle&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=PHCA&amp;utm_term=CANetwork\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">P.A.R.O.S.H. Floral Pleated Skirt, $389: <\/a><\/strong>We are loving the sweet pink colour of these structured, pleated skirt. The flamingo tone can flatter the bronzed complexion that you\u2019ve probably achieved after an entire summer, while the dainty embroidered blossoms add a beautiful finish. Meanwhile, the voluminous shape and silky fabric bring an elegant look to the overall design.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the weeks of summer quickly leading into early autumn, we\u2019ve curated a few sartorial essentials to keep in mind. From a statement skirt to a crossbody purse which can accompany you on all your late summer adventures, look no further than these wardrobe must-haves.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":85015,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[196],"tags":[30979,31103,11849,31102,29048,29174,1103],"class_list":["post-85004","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-what-to-wear-fashion-trends","tag-bell-sleeve-dress","tag-cross-strap-platforms","tag-floral-skirt","tag-jonathan-simkhai","tag-off-the-shoulder-blouse","tag-summer-fashion-essentials","tag-what-to-wear"],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/85004","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/17"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=85004"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/85004\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":85022,"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/85004\/revisions\/85022"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/85015"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=85004"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=85004"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.realstylenetwork.com\/fashion-and-style\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=85004"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}