Scandinavian fashion trends are ones that I follow religiously, especially in the summer. The effortless looks in neutral and colourful palettes constantly inspire my summer wardrobe. In the transition between summer and autumn, this inspiration is needed even more than usual, so here is my guide to late summer fashion – the Scandi way on sseditorial.
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Layering
One thing that always springs to mind when I think of the Scandinavian style is layering. The layering that every Scandi it-girl and Instagram model has mastered is effortless. The ease with which these girls appear to have thrown the perfect shirt over a cropped vest top completes an outfit. It elevates an outfit and adds another layer of warmth in these transitional months.
Sweden’s Matilda Djerf, influencer, YouTuber and owner of Djerf Avenue, is an expert at this. Not only is Matilda an expert in effortless layering, but she has also released the perfect shirt to make this styling as easy for the rest of us. The Djerf Avenue Breezy Shirt is a staple in her styling decisions. It makes a perfect throw-over layer to elevate an outfit as the weather gets colder.
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Wide Leg Trousers
Wide Leg Trousers in breezy materials such as linen are a staple in the Scandi it-girl wardrobe. They look effortless and chic while allowing a return to trousers for the late-summer months. The lightweight material of wide-leg trousers means that trousers feel summery even when the weather may not.
This styling tip works perfectly with the previous trend of layering. A loose pair of trousers with a tight-fitting cropped top can be made instantly more stylish. This combination is suitable for the late summer with the simple addition of a loose-fitting or oversized shirt. This creates a well-balanced silhouette. For example, a loose-fitting item of clothing on the silhouette’s top and bottom half. Then break it up with a tight fit like a cropped halter neck.
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Loose Knits
Loose knits are a staple for the Scandi it-girl all year round. This versatile piece is perfect for transitioning between summer and autumn or even a late summer evening. Throwing an oversized knit over a summery outfit makes the late summer temperatures more manageable. It also creates an effortless mix of styles, seasons, and textures. This creates an attention-grabbing look as instead of opting for items designed and made for this transition period, you are choosing to combine two extremes that excitingly play with shapes and textures.
The best part of this styling decision is that you can pull out your favourite knits from your winter wardrobe and wear them a few months early.
Victoria’s Secret model Elsa Hosk has perfected this look, opting for matching knit jumpers and shorts sets.
Scandi Style Feature
The Knit Vest
The knit vest has been a staple in wardrobes worldwide for the past couple of years. No one pulls it off like the Scandi it-girl. The Scandi styling of the knit vest can be achieved by wearing a fitted knit vest over a traditionally feminine blouse. This creates a multi-layered outfit that plays with more traditionally masculine and feminine pieces which is a Scandi styling favourite.
