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Seasonless, timeless, versatile, and ultra chic—denim is one of those essential fabrics you can depend on when you’re in a style pinch. Here are Fashion Fabrics Club’s four fun ways to wear denim pieces now and straight through next season.

Overalls

Denim overalls were all the rage this summer, and the obsession has no sign of stopping once the season changes. For right now you can pair it with a classic T-shirt or tank, and once fall sets in, with printed long sleeved shirts for a little extra coverage.

Paired with Chambray

Pairing denim with its lightweight chambray sister makes for a cool, tonal look that’s just the thing for these last summer weeks. Once the temperatures start to drop, simply add a vest and/or oversized scarf.

Button-Up Skirt

Treading the line between casual and dressed up, a denim skirt is a chic failsafe when you’re not quite sure what the dress code is. Opt for dark wash denim to keep things on the sophisticated side and let your accessories do the work of dressing it up when the day calls for it.

Oversized Vest

Tossing on a denim vest can instantly transform a look, bringing in a casual note to temper more dressed up pieces. Take this look for example, without the vest this look would be over-the-top for a casual daytime outing, but with the simple addition of the denim vest, it goes to a much more laid-back place.

The changing of the seasons is rapidly approaching. To make the transition easier, Fashion Fabrics Club has rounded up four essential pieces you want to add to your wardrobe right now that will take you straight through the fall season.

Cashmere Cardigan

Light enough for summer, warm enough for fall—cashmere is one of those magical fabrics that seems to do it all. Add a long cashmere sweater to the arsenal to toss on on breezy summer nights and use it as an extra layer in the cool fall weather.

Sleeveless Sweater

Chunky sweater knits are an absolute must for the cool weather months, but a sleeveless version actually offers more versatility. You can easily wear it now and then when the weather starts to cool, simply toss on a long-sleeved shirt underneath.

Faux Suede Skirt

While suede and faux suede has been historical considered a fall/winter material, it looks incredibly fresh worn in the summer. A faux suede mini skirt is perfect for those in-between weeks—looking cute with bare legs and even cuter when paired with tights and booties.

Utility Vest

An olive green twill army vest is a super versatile piece that you’ll find yourself reaching for again and again once you’ve added it to your wardrobe. For an unexpected summer look, try it over a favorite dress with heels. Once the fall season sets in, it’s a great addition to a sweater-and-jeans look.

As we enter into the biggest vacation month of the year, Fashion Fabrics Club gives a break down of the essential pieces you need to pack in order to stay chic, comfortable, and ready for anything your plans have in store.

Stretch Denim

Window shopping, brunching, gallery viewing, harbor cruises, gondola rides—daily adventuring calls for some super comfy (i.e. stretchy) denim to keep you looking good and feeling good while you take in all your vacation spot has to offer.

Cotton Jersey LBD

Chances are there will be at least on dress-up event on the vacation agenda. It’s not always easy to know what the dress code will be, so opting for a little black dress is a failsafe. Go with whatever silhouette flatters your particular body type (there’s no reason to get outside your comfort zone even though you’re in a new place), and go for a slinky cotton jersey fabric to keep you cool.

Chiffon Wrap Skirt

It’s nearly impossible to go on vacation without gaining a few lbs…being in a new zip code is a perfectly reasonable excuse for going off the diet. Having a chiffon wrap skirt in the suitcase makes it easy to stay chic towards the end of the trip after gorging on gourmet meals and tropical drinks, thanks to its completely adjustable waistline.

Cotton Tees + Tanks

Whether you’re headed to the humid coast or the dry desert, white cotton t-shirts and tanks are the perfect pick for traveling—they’re inherently cool and can easily be paired with denim for casual outings and sightseeing, and can take on a nice dinner at night with a simple skirt swap.

Cashmere Scarf

There is always a chance that temps can dip, especially once the sun goes down. You won’t be sorry tossing in a cashmere scarf into the suitcase. You can use it as a cozy blanket en route to your destination, bring it with you during the day to dress up your denim, and it’s even fancy enough to pair with your LBD for a more formal affair.

Recently spotted as a major trend in the 2018 Resort Collections, designers are reinventing the ever-popular, classic plaid by using it in unexpected fabrics and in unconventional shapes. Fashion Fabrics Club has a wide range of colors and variations of prints so you can make your own pieces at home to play to the trend.

Chiffon

Alberta Ferretti took plaid to a more feminine place, using plaid chiffon in more whimsical looks like this orchid purple floor-length pleated dress. To make this look more street-style/everyday appropriate, try a simpler version like a maxi skirt.

Wool

While wool plaid suiting is nothing out of the ordinary, using it for pieces like these shown here by Oscar de la Renta—shift dresses, wide-leg trousers, and matching boxy tops—is definitely a new twist.

Cotton

Cotton plaid usually brings to mind cozy PJs, but 3.1 Phillip Lim used it in a totally new way: to transform a traditional suit into a more casual, cool look. The laid-back accessories and flip-flop sandals only add to the equation.

Houndstooth/Plaid

Fendi—always a master of the fine details—cleverly combined plaid and houndstooth into one killer print (zoom in to see the houndstooth print where the stripes meet). And Fashion Fabrics Club happens to have a print just like it.

Looking for more? See Fashion Fabrics Club’s entire plaid collection, here.

*All photos taken from Vogue.com

A roundup by Fashion Fabrics Club Online: 5 fun and unexpected ways to bring summer’s stripe obsession into your looks right now.

The Long, Lightweight Cardi

Even the hottest of summer days can turn chilly at night. A lightweight cotton jersey cardigan packs up small enough to toss in a bag for the day and still provides just the right amount of warmth once the sun goes down. The thin horizontal stripes give instant eye-catching appeal to summer’s easiest go-to outfits, like cutoffs and a basic T.

Linen Dress

Linen is a long-time warm-weather favorite thanks to its cool, airy feel and laid-back appeal. In a stripe pattern, like this dress here, it gives linen a dose of sophistication, allowing it to work so nicely with the very feminine lines.

High-Waisted Trousers

It’s no secret that stripes can do some major eye trickery when used in the right way. If you’re looking for a way to majorly elongate the leg this season, opt for a striped suiting fabric to create a high-waisted floor-length striped trouser. The combination of the high waist and long, lean lines carry the eye down to create a legs-for-days illusion.

T-Shirt Dress

The cotton T-shirt dress is essential for those roll-out-of-bed summer days. To give it a more polished, preppy spin try rendering it in a cool, horizontal stripe pattern. This piece is a great addition as it can be work well into the fall, as well. Just toss on a denim jacket and riding boots when the weather starts to cool.

Seersucker Shorts

Seersucker is usually seen in articles that are more on the dressy side, like skirts and dresses. However, the summertime favorite looks totally fresh and modern when used in more relaxed pieces—like this pair of scallop-hemmed shorts.

Fashion Fabrics Club’s round up of easy-chic skirts to add to your closet right now—including links to fabrics so you can create your own versions at home.

Gauze Swing Skirt

For the hottest can’t-bare-to-wear-anything summer days, lightweight fabrics and swingy shapes are essential for staying cool—in terms of both temperature and chicness. Cotton gauze is one of the most lightweight fabrics on the spectrum, and it is no longer reserved for pattern making and lining, in fact its deconstructed look is incredibly on-trend. Try it in a layered swing skirt like this piece from Anthropologie for this summer.

Denim Skirt

The denim trend is still in full swing, and there is no exception when it comes to the skirt realm. A denim skirt is as versatile as a favorite pair of jeans while keeping legs cool and adding a dose of femininity to a look. Try leaving the hem frayed for cool, not-trying-too-hard appeal.

Lace Mini

Instead of an all-over lace dress, which can be a bit over-the-top for everyday events, try a simple mini skirt with a lace overlay. This is a wonderful addition to the summer wardrobe in that it can easily go super formal with a silky top and heels, or can go more casual if paired with a light sweater and flats.

Suede Skirt

Suede and faux suede has remained top fashion materials since the fall. For summer, wear it bare-legged and toss on a favorite band T to evoke the trending nostalgic ‘70s vibe.

Jersey Maxi

For a look that’s effortlessly cool, and feels like your favorite pair of PJs, opt for a stretchy cotton jersey maxi skirt. A bonus of this piece is that it can be worn well into the fall season, simply toss on a chunky sweater and pair of sneakers or ankle boots to make it cool-weather appropriate.

The season’s soft pink obsession, better known as “millennial pink” to the fashion savvy, comes in a range of hues that hover around the more sophisticated, subdued side of the spectrum. This gives it incredibly versatility, allowing it to pair more like a neutral—so it’s no wonder it’s the most-spotted color of the summer. Here are some tips from Fashion Fabrics Club on finding the right fabrics for bringing the shade into your wardrobe right now.

Chiffon Skirt

For a super sophisticated look that can easily transition from day to night, try a millennial pink chiffon maxi skirt. For daylight hours, pair with a simple cotton T and flat sandals, for an evening ensemble swap the T for a slinky blouse and switch out the flats for heels.

Satin Sheath

The fun of this shade is that it combines playfulness with elegance, which gives it the ability to go from sophisticated to sporty in a snap—it’s all about the piece and the pairing. Take a millennial pink satin sheath for example: when paired with a statement pair of stilettos, you have a look worthy of a formal soiree, toss on a cotton T underneath and top off with a pair of sneakers and suddenly it becomes an easy, everyday look.

Velvet Blazer

Previously considered a nighttime-only fabric, velvet has officially become a daytime must-have—easily dressing up more casual, everyday looks. For those cooler summer days when an extra layer is necessary, toss on a millennial pink velvet blazer with your go-to jeans and a T.

Cotton T

Probably the most easy way to rock the season’s most-coveted shade is in a perfect-fitting millennial pink cotton jersey t-shirt. You can wear it as a pop of subtle color underneath a denim jacket, in place of a your classic white t-shirts with jeans, in a luxe-leisure look like this outfit here, with joggers and a pair of heels—the world is your oyster.

In honor of the upcoming 4^th of July holiday, Fashion Fabrics Club highlights five chic ensembles to show off your patriotic pride.

Look #1

Combining red-white-and-blue with a star print can often times appear a bit costumey. Instead, keep the star print in black-and-white like this simple dress. If you want to bring in a little color, try adding a pop of red in an accessory.

Look #2

Instead of a vivid lipstick red and bright blue, using more muted tones like cranberry red and pale blue can help temper the busyness of a star-print fabric. This pattern with its small star print looks more like a polka dot pattern from far away, which also helps to keep things feel more sophisticated.

Look #3

An easy way to keep a 4^th look on the more mature side is by swapping the white in red-white-and-blue for grey. Try this cool red-and-grey stripe in a classic T and pair with a favorite pair of denim for an effortlessly cool, everyday look.

Look #4

Using seersucker as the stripey focal point gives an easy outfit of casual shorts and a cotton tank a little preppy polish. Take a lesson from this diva and top off with bright red espadrilles to complete the look.

Look #5

Rather than pairing your blue-and-white stripes with a star pattern, try a white-and-red chevron print like this stellar mixed-print look. The chevron still captures the sharp geometry that a star print exudes, but this is a much more modern, and less obvious, pairing. Insider tip: When pairing multiple prints like this look, be sure that the patterns vary is size, like this thin stripe up top and thick chevron on bottom to keep things from looking messy.

Seersucker has all the must-haves when it comes to a summer fabric—lightweight, incredibly breathable, and packable—it’s no wonder it’s been a summer favorite since the 1920s. Here, find Fashion Fabrics Club’s 5 ways to transform the traditional fabric into modern looks for this season.

Embellished Tank

To add even more breezy appeal to the already airy fabric, try seersucker in a flowy tank top with your favorite pair of denim. To add a little flair, try adding an embellished hem like these whimsical tassels.

Cigarette Pants

It’s hard to wear tailored pieces in the summer heat, but with seersucker’s puckered texture, it keeps skin cool even if in a form-fitting piece. If you need to look professional in the hot summer sun, try a pair of cropped seersucker cigarette pants with a crisp cotton button-up.

Off-The-Shoulder Top

Using seersucker in the season’s beloved off-the-shoulder top tempers the piece’s inherently bohemian vibe and injects it with a little preppy-chic, making it perfect for all of summer’s daytime events on the social calendar.

Scalloped Skirt

An easy elastic-waisted mini is an essential piece in the summer arsenal—and when done up in seersucker, it has a much more polished appeal. For extra feminine edge, try using a scalloped-edge hem.

Lounge Pants

Wide-leg drawstring loungers are perfect for those dead-of-heat days when you want to keep your skin protected from the sun but still stay cool. While linen and cotton gauze immediately comes to mind for this piece, using a cool seersucker instead gives it a whole new, and much more modern, look.

Silk, one of the most coveted fabrics this season, just so happens to be on sale right now at Fashion Fabrics Club Online—over 1,000 silk fabrics, in fact. Here are just a few fun ways to incorporate the slinky material into your summer rotation.

The Tank

Silk is no longer reserved for nighttime and special occasion wear—its new look is all about the casual-cool daytime. Try a silk tank with a fun lacey trim embellishment with a favorite pair of denim.

The Trousers

Take a lesson from the style crowd and try silk in a pair of wide-leg trousers. It’s a modern alternative to the maxi skirt (and just as comfy, if not more so) and is totally formal-occasion appropriate with the right pairing.

The Shorts

A super unexpected (yet totally on-trend) way to wear silk is to incorporate it into a sporty piece. If you’re looking for something that could be dressed up or down, try a pair of elastic-waist silk shorts. With a T-shirt it’s an easy luxe leisure look, but paired with more elevated pieces like a blazer and heels, it easily goes to a more sophisticated place.

The Trench

While it may not be completely functional, a silk trench is totally chic—not to be worn in the rain, mind you, but it offers such an easy way to transform easy outfits into full-on looks. Added bonus: it’s light enough to wear in the depths of summer.

The Wrap Dress

When it comes to silk dresses, the mind immediately goes to the ever-popular slip dress. And while this is an obvious—and perfect—pick, a wrap dress is less expected and much more appropriate for more sophisticated soirees.

Check out Fashion Fabrics Club’s roundup of the season’s most flattering swimwear silhouettes, plus links to the fabrics you need to craft your own at home.

The Tiered Ruffles

The bikini no longer reigns king in the swimwear realm, and no wonder, one-pieces are much more flattering for the average lady. This tiered ruffle design is one of the most flattering (opt for a solid color like rainforest green or teal blue), completely concealing any lumps or bumps around the mid-section. Hot dog, anyone?

The Cutout

Combing the allure of a two-piece with the security of a one-piece, the cutout is the best of both worlds. You can place the peek-a-boo wherever it’s most flattering to your particular body shape. The beauty is in the design, so keeping the color neutral, like classic black, is the best way to go.

The Crochet

Adding a layer of crochet is a great way to give a dose of intrigue to an otherwise basic bikini, plus it helps keep everything securely in place. Added bonus: it doubles as a fun top, just toss on a pair of jeans or a skirt and you have a killer going-out look.

The High-Waisted Two-Piece

The high-waisted two-piece is the sophisticated, grown-up sister of the bikini while still being sexy with just a sliver of skin exposed at the middle. It’s a little sporty and provides ample coverage, which makes it a great pick for seaside shenanigans: beach volleyball, surfing, parasailing, etc. The beauty about this style is being able to mix and match different colors and patterns.

Here, find Fashion Fabrics Club’s roundup of chic spring raincoats (and the fabrics that make them possible) to keep you dry—and stylish—in the soggy weeks ahead.

The Anorak

Essential for city living, the anorak is that go-to toss-on for every errand run, dog walk, and sloshy commute—super functional and at the same time incredibly chic. If you want something you can wear year after year, opt for a black nylon with water-resistant backing to keep things timeless and sophisticated.

The High-Gloss Jacket

In a rainstorm, everything becomes a reflective surface; roads, sidewalks, shop windows…embrace the sheen with a high-polish patent leather-looking polyester. Its downtown edginess adds a cool fierceness to your look.

The Classic Yellow Coat

When exploring nature, it’s a good policy to wear bright colors that stand out (especially during hunting season) and a lemon yellow nylon raincoat is just the ticket. This eye-catching coat has become a must-have in the closets of style mavens from major to cities to the most remote rural areas—making it the perfect traveling partner, no matter where your plans take you.

The Trench Coat

While classic tan first comes to mind when discussing the trench coat, you can easily give this timeless style a little update by using an understated color (to keep things elegant) like slate blue ripstop nylon, and adding feminine embellishments like metallic buttons or capped sleeves.