Fit To Be Tied

There have been so many times when I wish my laced-up sneakers didn’t have laces. They hang loose until I inevitably trip, I turn a nice shade of black and blue, and the rest is history. What would I wear instead? Not slides, not slip-ons. Sneakers are laced-up for a reason, to hold your feet in place. It’s so much easier to tie a top than a shoe, right?

Remember the tie front shirt? If you vividly remember the 90′s like I do, the tie front shirt trend feels like a bit of a déjà vu. I did own several in gingham. When undone, it looks like you have two rabbit ears hanging from the hem of your shirt, but when tied, the tie front shirt creates the look of a relaxed cinched waist. Natch.

It is very hard to accept the fact that I’m old enough to see trends recycle themselves. When it comes to fashion, the tie front trend was bound to come back. And the best part? Since showing skin really works for summer, consider how many times you bend down to tie your shoes. A million right? Consider a pair of high-waisted shorts to pair with the tops, and in the southern region, espadrilles or Birkenstocks that signify an easy breezy summer style.