New Yorkers are stepping out this summer with a strong sense of whimsy and play, and nowhere more than Hudson Yards. The heat is on, the rose is pouring and the music is flowing. Forget the sweats of seasons’ past—summer 2022 fashion is all about embracing a new kind of comfort: bold prints, sparkly fabrics and chic silhouettes that work for all sorts of warm-weather adventures. You’ll find inspiration in the street style throughout the neighborhood, but also in the offerings at The Shops.
For easy elegance…
H&M, Levels 3 & 4
Aritzia, Level 3
Aritzia, Level 3
Pretty dresses are a dime a dozen, but effortless, stylish ones are hard to find. Luckily, the style gurus at Aritzia know just what a girl wants: slip dresses—available in bold prints and luxe neutrals–you’ll happily throw on at any hour of the day. Try a trendy midi length, or a strappy satin mini for an outdoor brunch or a breezy round of evening drinks. If you want to turn up the drama without sacrificing the ease, look to H&M for dramatic sleeves and tropical prints that’ll turn heads.
For making strides…
Racefaster, Level 3
Racefaster, Level 3
Summer is a great time to hit the streets and make strides toward your fitness goals. Racefaster is on it, offering SuspensionFoam technology that’s soft, but still responsive via its FloatCrest Sneaker. You’ll stay strong from the treadmill to the marathon finish line. Of course, being active is supposed to be fun, so embrace pops of color for both men and women, and take your runner’s high to new heights.
For playing mermaid…
Calzedonia, Level 3
Aritzia, Level 3
Calzedonia, Level 3
Whether you’re lounging at the Equinox Hotel pool or packing for a vacation, this season warrants a swimsuit that sparkles. Calzedonia is stitching up quality one-pieces and mix & match bikinis, shimmering with sequins, in strong hues like “emerald green” and “macaron pink.” Carry the whimsical palette into your beach volleyball game with a pair of bright boy shorts—like Aritzia’s TNA pair in “playful purple.”
For lounging in luxury…
Intimissimi, Level 3
Goodlife, Level 2
This season, loungewear is everywhere. Think: pajama pants cute enough to wear on your morning stroll and streetwear you’ll want to nap in. For a silky trouser in a jogger silhouette, look no further than intimissimi. And if you crave an easy layer that’s soft, luxe and just the right thickness for slightly chilly nights, the velour bomber jacket from Goodlife was designed with all three in mind. (Hot tip: there are matching shorts and pants if you want to commit to the look.)
For Classic Cool…
Ray-Ban, Level 3
AG Jeans, Level 2
Stance, Level 2
Some things never go out of style, but rather get better and better. Case in point: Ray-Ban’s Wayfarers, iconic since the sixties and now available with wearable tech so you can snap a pic or video, pause a song, chat on the phone and more. Meanwhile, AG is offering an updated take on trouser shorts for men, in a variety of gorgeous hues and Stance is giving crew socks the star-turn they deserve with bold-colored florals that hit mid-way up the leg.