Style File + Reliance Trends | Twice as nice

Even with the sun shining and birds chirping, summer can be a daunting few months to embark upon. There are days when the temperature seems to hit unnatural levels that even a scoop of ice-cream cannot seem to mend. On days like this, you have to think on your feet and the best way to do this is to dress for the season. When I recently had the opportunity to drop in at Reliance Trends and check out their latest collection, I stood in awe for a few seconds on account of my pleasant surprise. A barrage of prints, a wave of breezy dresses and shade after shade of demure colour led me in.

With an entrance like that, I was most definitely spoiled for choice and spent a good portion of the day choosing, pairing and picking out my key pieces. With options as innumerable as these, I couldn't help myself and styled two looks from the collection for a summer that is twice as nice. The former look has an everyday girl vibe to it with plenty of colour and an effortlessly sassy quotient with a tinge of cool. In the latter look, a formal feel takes over with a little bit of glam and a whole lot of chic.

 

'Rio of Reliance Trends' floral bomber jacket | 'Kraus of Reliance Trends' distressed denim shorts | Westside tan wedges [previously seen here] | DIY blue necklace | Revlon lip butter in 'Sweet Tart' | 

Maybelline colorshow nail varnish in 'Nude Skin'

Let's face it - whether it be a glum day or a graduation ceremony, a girl needs no excuse to shop. So when I embarked upon the Summer Runway Project, it was the perfect ruse! Lightweight fabrics and easy fits in abundance makes it easy to dress for the summer. Trendy pieces like cropped hems and tropical prints let you take a fashionable step forward. Subdued brights bring out summery shades in your look while still being wearable. And all of this available while on a budget? Count me in! Not only is the Reliance Trends store replete with choice;  the affordable pricing and fantastic offers will have you leave the store with an armful of bags, like yours truly.        

'Fig by Reliance Trends' sheer striped crop top | Intribe by Reliance Trends paneled leggings | 

Zara pumps | Forever 21 layered necklace |  Revlon lip butter in 'Sweet Tart' | 

Maybelline colorshow nail varnish in 'Nude Skin'

Photography: Leo Alemao / Style File

So after the buffet of trends, pieces and looks from Reliance Trends, here's the cherry on top - beginning from the 13th of May, 2015 until the 17th of May, 2015; the brand is running some fantastic contests where you can even win what I'm wearing. Make sure you don't miss your chance to win on the Reliance Trends Facebook and Twitter page and since I'll be giving you updates as well, join the Style File Facebook, Twitter and Instagram page for lots more to come!

xo

Dayle

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