So you want to wear black in Florida.

Want to wear black during the summer, or in Florida for that matter?

Who says you can't!!!?!?!?!?!? A recent article on Style.com by Emily Farra shows you an easy way you can pull off dark colors this summer. At the same time you won't feel like a walking sauna! It is as easy as pairing a gray tee, with a black skirt, flat sandals and a statement bag! You'll be rocking the life runway without having to switch into summer colors or looking like a sailor.

Here some budget friendly options anyone can try and pair up.

Tops

H&M has this pretty looking pineapple one! Who doesn't love a pineapple for only $17.99

Get it here

Old Navy also has a simple gray tee for $12.94 that you can add to your wardrobe as a basic piece.


Skirts

You can go with a simple circle skirt. Like the one seen here from H&M:

Get it here

Or check out this Banana Republic high/low skirt

High/Low Midi Skirt $89.50

Sandals

Walking around in the summer heat here in FL can get challenging and walking around in heels a little bit more. I love my heels don't get me wrong, but for the summer you can never go wrong with a pair of flat sandals. Check out the options below.

Aldo $40.00

Steve Madden $59.95


 

Pair  these babies up with a cross body bag, which if it is to your liking, you can use this to add a pop of color. Check out these two options:

Coach Cross Body Bag - Avail here

Hobo "Daria" Cross Body Bag

This summer use your imagination and don't "let go" of the dark colors you love so much, there's always an option to what you can do with your wardrobe!

Stay tuned for my follow up post on summer make up and how not to melt in the heat. fyi. stay hydrated. Trust Me.