On Trend – Overalls

In the 80’s and early to mid-90s, overalls were an American staple, but mostly on the wardrobe rack for the cast of Full House. A basic apparel choice from the grunge scene to the sandbox, overalls have been a stylish girl’s no-no; until now.

They’re everywhere and on every celebrity, from the 3.1 Phillip Lim and Isabel Marant runways to the accessible yet stylish racks at ZARA and Uniqlo. Overalls are the hot new trend. They’ve had a makeover, however, and are not your expected New Jack Swing era, “Crisscross” wearing overalls. These new overalls are slim & sleek and have a more modern silhouette.

Here are a few of my favorites:

      • Leather – This bad-ass option will take this trend from summer to the coming fall season. Wear now with a fun cropped top or just a tank. The fact that they are leather is enough of a statement without adding too many accoutrements and accessories. The Spice Girl style platform sneakers add to this trendy look and keeps the leather casual. You can also dress them up with a frilly top and gladiator heels for a fun night out.
      • Jumper – More like a jumpsuit with overall straps, this version is the most fancy. Wear these with an off-the-shoulder tee or a beautiful blouse for something different to happy hour or for date night. Look for silk blends that will be heavy enough to give the pant leg a little swing, but light enough to breathe and still be fairly comfortable. After all, they are still overalls.
      • Denim shorts – The most recognizable and easiest to wear. To keep from looking like a kiddie and the playground, vamp them up with a wedge and cool accessories like a fun cocktail ring and a cool hat. Keep it trendy with a backpack bag. Great for a day at the state or county fair or a hot summer night at the car show.

Give this trend a try, and have some fun with it!   -Xo, Micah Sarai

 

leather overall
River Island , $27 / Superga / Elliot Mann crossbody handbag / Ray-Ban vintage sunglasses / 3.1 Phillip Lim / Hoop earrings

 

 

Grand Overalls
Ruched shirt, $8.95 / 10 Crosby Derek Lam / Summer heels / Givenchy studded satchel / Pieces metal bangle, $17 / Dorothy Perkins black hoop earrings / Acetate sunglasses, $235

 

 

 

denim overall shorts
Cap sleeve top / Parisian, $18 / Topshop ankle wrap sandals / River Island bag, $45 / Materia Prima black cat jewelry / ASOS vintage style jewelry / BOY London mesh back hat