Trendy Tribes

Summer is now officially here! One of the hottest trends for this Summer is tribal prints; tribal prints are either ethnic-inspired or nature-inspired patterns. As I've mentioned in my blog post about polka dots, bold patterns are very much in style this year. So it comes as no surprise to see tribal prints taking over the runways, clothing stores, fashion magazines, etc. It may also possibly be branching off from last year's green trend (going green is still very much in style, by the way). Well in case you haven't stocked up on enough tribal patterns for the Summer, take a look at my finds below.

Rope Tribal Top, $19.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Sateen Tribal Skirt, $24.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Dress, $26.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Halter Dress, $19.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Knot Dress, $26.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Leggings, $12.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Maxi Dress, $29.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Tank, $19.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Tiered Top, $21.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Tie Top, $19.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Top, $17.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Tube Top, $18.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Tribal Tunic, $10.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Abby Low-Rise Square Short, $29.50, shown in teal; also available in navy, sizes 00-15/16, delias.com

Contrast Tribal Tunic, $17.80, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Fluorescent Tribal Scarf, $9.80, forever21.com

H81 Tribal Abstract Top, $12.90, shown in fuchsia; also available in orange, sizes Medium and Large (orange not available in large), forever21.com

Studded Tribal Woven Top, $19.80, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Tribal Drawstring Top, $17.80, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Tribal Floral Shift Dress, $24.80, shown in mustard/grey; also available in navy/teal, sizes X-Small-Large, forever21.com

Tribal Knit Dress, $27.80, available in sizes Medium and Large, forever21.com

Tribal Painted Bangle, $5.80, shown in red; also available in blue, forever21.com

Tribal Print Knit Dress, $24.80, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Tribal Slub Top, $17.80, shown in black/red; also available in dark brown/purple, sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Tribal Surf Triangle Top, $12.80, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Tribal Surf Tie Side Bottom, $12.80, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Tribal Wooden Bangle, $4.80, forever21.com

Tribal Woven Dress, $19.80, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Tribal Woven Halter Top, $17.80, available in sizes Small-Large, forever21.com

Racerback Tribal, $16.00, available in sizes S-L, mandee.com

Sublime Cut Front Tribal, $26.00, available in sizes S-L, mandee.com

Wrap Around Tribal Screen, $5.00, mandee.com

Beaded O-Ring Halter Top, $19.50, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com

Bead Necklace Halter Top, $19.50, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com

Embroidered Bib Tank, $15.00, available in sizes S-L, wetseal.com

Ombre Tribal Dress, $24.50, available in sizes XS-L, wetseal.com

Tribal Babydoll Cami, $15.00, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com

Tribal Halter Top, $21.50, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com

Tribal Print Top, $16.50, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal,com

Tribal Tube Halter Top, $21.50, available in sizes XS-XL, wetseal.com

Tribal Waterfall Halter, $15.00, available in sizes XS-Xl, wetseal.com

Hope you liked my little tribal finds. If you find any other ethnic-inspired or nature-inspired prints that you would like me to feature in my blog, let me know. E-mail me at Charmed42787@gmail.com or send me a message on myspace.

Going Au Natural

What color is perfect to wear while making the transition from Spring to Summer? Anything is a nude hue! Natural tones are just as in as neon colors are right now. What's also perfect is that these natural shades are neutrals, just like black, white, gray, etc. This means you can match a nude tone up with just about any color. Take a look below to get some ideas.

Cowboy Hat, $5.99, alloy.com

Sequin Chiffon Top, $9.99, available in sizes S-XL, alloy.com

Straw Fedora, $29.50, anntaylorloft.com

Lace Ruffle Halter Top, $19.99, available in sizes S-L, charlotterusse.com

Refuge, $10.99, charlotterusse.com

Striped Straw Fedora, $10.99, charlotterusse.com

Selma Espadrille Platform, $19.99, available in sizes 7 1/2 and 10, delias.com

Mesh Tiered Dress, $36.00, available in sizes X-Small-Large, forever21.com

Saharan Sand Nail Lacquer, $2.80, forever21.com

Satin Tiered Tunic, $32.00, available in sizes Small and Medium, forever21.com

Valley Straw Hat, $10.80, forever21.com

2 Pocket Button Front Jacket, $24.00, available in sizes M and L, mandee.com

Converse Double Tongue Ox Plaid, $33.74, available in sizes 6 and 7, mandee.com

Crochet Long Vest, $10.00, available in sizes M and L, mandee.com

Pointy Toe Patent Pump, $10.99, available in sizes 6.5-7.5, mandee.com

Snake Thong, $39.99, available in sizes 5.5-10, mandee.com

O'Neill Love Street Bag, $32.50, pacsun.com

Organic Large Tote, $45.00, ralphlauren.com

Organic Mini Tote, $45.00, ralphlauren.com

Mia Amore Jasmine, $14.99, available in sizes 5.5-11, sears.com

Unionbay Aphrodite, $44.00, available in sizes 6-10, sears.com

Embroidered Skirt, $29.99, available in sizes 0-14, victoriassecret.com

Natural Skinny Jean, $24.50, available in sizes 0-15, wetseal.com

Rings & Shells Necklace, $8.00, wetseal.com

Try matching a nude colored dress, tunic, or skirt up with a pair of black leggings or tights. A natural toned top would look great paired with some colored jeans. Nude pants or skirts would look good paired with a shirt that has a fun print like polka dots, sublimation, ect. Pair some nude shoes with either a dress with a fun print or colored jeans. Carry a natural hued bag on the beach with a printed swimsuit. Wear a nude colored jacket or vest over a neon top. Pair one of the natural colored straw hats with a plaid shirt, some ripped jeans, and a braided belt for a western-inspired look; also, be sure to have fun with your make-up. Try some blue eyeshadow, red lips, purple nail polish, ect. Try mixing and matching some of my ideas, or even better come up with some of your own! Like I stated before, you really can't go wrong with this hue. The only thing I would suggest not doing is wearing a nude color from head to toe. Otherwise, you might end up looking like you're nude yourself. Tell me if you have any more suggestions on how to wear this shade. E-mail me at Charmed42787@gmail.com or send me a message on myspace.