Endless florals, white dresses, bohemian chic, and more. Vogue Scandinavia has put together the perfect looks to wear this Midsummer, so you can focus on the festivities
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At last, the first official month of summer is arriving. And with June comes Scandinavia's favourite festivity, Midsummer. Coming together with loved ones to celebrate summer solstice – the brightest and longest day of the year.
Of all summer festivities, Midsummer is one of the trickiest to dress for so it’s high time to start planning. When thinking about summer parties, a light dress and heels comes to mind, and whilst this is also suitable for Midsummer one needs to think a little further as the shoes you are wearing should also be suitable to dance around the Midsummer pole and the dress you are wearing should be so comfortable you can wear it for a full day of events.
Scandinavians tend to opt for minimalistic looks in neutral shades, but Midsummer truly is the holiday to add a splash of colour and pattern to your look - preferably floral.
Photo: Matilda Djerf
Suit up with red accessories
Instead of choosing a dress for the special occasion, suit up in a cream linen set with matching blazer and trousers, or a black ensemble to set oneself apart. Let tailoring be your statement of the holiday, catching the eyes of friends and family by the infamous "smörgåsbord". Pair it with a splash of the colour of this summer – red – in your handbag, footwear or earrings.
Chic and comfy in bohemian style
As of spring '24, bohemian chic is back with flowing, opulent garments matched with the most elegant of accessories. Leading the charge Chloé, reinstating boho-chic just in time for the midsummer holiday. Choose your breezy, effortless dresses or sets, complemented with a clutch in suede or gold earrings.
A white dress with metallic accessories
Nothing says Midsummer quite like a dreamy white look? Dressing in white for the day of the solstice is an undeniably good choice, often standing out amongst a sea of florals. For an extra statement, add a metallic touch: whether that calls for a pair of ballerina flats in silver or a leather belt with metallic detailing, it will set you apart from the rest.
Transparent layers
As previously spotted on many runways, sheer is key this spring/summer season. This time around, the notion of dressing up rather entails dressing down in the many whisper-thin, delicate pieces available for you to adore on sunny Midsummer's eve.
Endless of florals
Another beloved favourite for the Midsummer festivities is, of course, florals. Matching from head to toe with nature and the floral decorations, including the Midsummer pole itself. Opting for the theme of endless florals is a natural choice for the first official month of the season. And it's an option which can keep on giving throughout the other summer months as well.
