The Anti-Trend Staple That’s Sure to Define Summer Fashion (Again)

No matter how much things change, they stay the same. Sure, time passes, but without fail, every season has its form of essentials—i.e., the experiences or items that feel as if they fulfill the trope that’s associated with that period. For some, summer is defined by what you choose to eat, where you decide to travel, and even who you spend your time with. But for fashion people, it always comes back to what we’re wearing. In our minds, summer isn’t summer unless you’re frolicking under the sun in “cliché” staples (e.g., sandals and a sundress). 

As trite as that may sound, it’s undeniable that clothing is just as much a part of the summer experience as anything else. After all, you can’t make that quintessential pilgrimage to the beach sans swimsuit. And you’re sure as hell not going to leave for your summer vacation without packing clothing. So investing in summer basics is as much of a rite of passage for the season as any other activity. Of course, there’s a long list of items one can consider essential for summer, but in my mind, there’s one nonnegotiable: crochet clothing.

Like clockwork, crochet pieces always come back once warmer temperatures ascend. But make no mistake. This isn’t another fleeting trend. Crochet pieces have become the epitome of summer style, surpassing the “trendy” status to become an anti-trend staple in its own right. Don’t believe me? Ahead, I’ve pulled receipts to show how crochet continues to be an essential part of the summertime experience. So let’s get into it…