Maui Nix’s Fashion Report

See what’s HOT for summer!

By now everyone has started packing up their sweaters and bid a welcome farewell to the winter blues. The warm up is on and this summer’s fashion trends are super hot! Pick and choose the trends that fit your personality best and run with it. Fashion is about having fun, expressing yourself and feeling good. Find all the latest in fashion and swim this summer at your local Maui Nix Surf Shop or visit our website at www.mauinix.com.

Mood Boost: A dash of bright color is known to boost your mood and routine. This season’s color choices seem endless. Find hues that work best with your hair and skin tone by holding them up to you in natural light. A simple way to update something you may already own is to pair it with a bright accessory like the Facemelt sunglass from Von Zipper or the Timeteller by Nixon(shown).

Effortless Looks: The summer uniform for guys has long been a board or walk short, flops and a tee. The pieces haven’t changed but the way they’re made sure has. Tech shorts like the O’Neill Hyperfreak or Rip Curl’s Mirage(Right) are made to enhance surfing performance and comfort level with features like welded seams and quick dry fabric. Graphic prints and illustrated tees allow you to showcase your individuality. Try a slim fit or light weight tee for ultimate comfort. Sandals need to look and feel good. Companies like Reef, Rainbow and Olukai now use technology to offer a more supportive flop. Reef even put a bottle opener on the bottom of their Fanning model(Left). All the comforts of home.

Make a splash: The #1 trend in swim wear this year is color. Saturated jewel tones, neons and pastels in fun and flirty prints hit the beaches this spring. Make sure the print you choose matches your body type. A petite shape, for example, can often look disproportionate in an all over larger print. Cut outs and plunging neck lines make the one piece a sexy alternative to the forever popular bikini. Embellishments like tassels and beading are also big hits. Don’t forget your beach bag. Maui Nix Surf Shop has a huge selection of the best in swimwear like this Marrakech bikini from Vitamin C(Right).

White Hot : Everybody loves a good nude. I am speaking, of course, of the timeless barely there neutrals. Whether it’s a crisp white or chic khaki, nothing looks better on sun kissed skin. Neutral accessories, like bags and sandals, with a pop of color are another way to work this white hot trend.

Shorter Sexier Stronger: The mini makes it back in a big way this summer. Short shorts and mini skirts are all the rage. Show off all that hard work you put in the gym and bare those shapely legs!

It’s in the BAG: Give your back a break and put that oversized purse from season’s past on the shelf. This year try a down sized version like a pretty clutch or this slouchy , boho Polly bag from Dakine(Left). If you can’t give up that oversized bag, make it a beach tote. A big tote is perfect to carry all your summer beach essentials.

Simply stacked: There are two jewelry trends getting a lot of attention this season. Layering several pieces that compliment each other is a fun way to dress up any outfit, even a basic tee. On the opposite end of this trend is  simple and clean like bold pendants on dainty chains. Keep it easy or ramp it up, the choice is yours.

Dress to impress: Dress trends this summer are hit the floor long, like this Little Jazz Maxi dress by Volcom(Right), to drop your jaw short. Femininity is played up in pretty prints, flowy shapes and sultry cut outs. The most important accessory you need to make a dress work is confidence, cute wedges and a sling bag help too.

Tie one on: The strappy sandal trend we saw start to flourish last year is back this summer with a vengeance, including the Roman sandal. The flat is more popular than ever. This is good news for our feet. Crave a little height? Try out a chunky platform or cork wedge. Sandals this season can be found sleek and pared down or adorned with embellishments like the Uganda sandal from Reef(Left).  This sandal is part of a greater humanitarian effort to help displaced women in Uganda.

All of these styles and much more can be found at your local Maui Nix Surf Shop or visit us online.

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