Fashion Yes, You Can Do: Surfer Style By Cindy Weber-Cleary Published on June 2, 2014 @ 08:30AM Pin Share Tweet Email Trending Videos Photo: KEVIN SWEENEY It’s really quite simple to take on a trend. Just follow this smart advice from InStyle Fashion Director Cindy Weber Cleary. Growing up at the Jersey Shore in the ’70s, I loved everything about surf culture, especially long-haired boys in their wet suits half unzipped and hanging off their tanned torsos. I also adored beach-babe style: bikinis, Baja hoodies, puka-shell jewelry, and flip-flops. The look was—and is—totally awesome! Why I Love This Look 1. The freewheeling Endless Summer feel of these clothes is guaranteed to get you stoked for a good time or bring back memories of a favorite Maui or Malibu vacation. 2. Nothing is hotter than this mix of Hawaiian and Californian style, a sun-kissed glow, and beach hair. It’s casual and all about being undone. How to Pull It Off 1. This is definitely a weekend trend. Don’t even think about wearing any of it to the office. You should also consider your location: Splashy colors and palm-tree prints are just the thing to wear when you’re headed to the beach or pool or when you’re sipping a tequila sunrise on the deck of your summer share, but they may look a bit out of place for a date at a nice restaurant. 2. Age can be a factor. If you are north of 45, think twice about wearing trendy neoprene or board shorts. Opt instead for a fun woven beach bag or a classic shift in a muted Hawaiian print. If you actually surf, put on that rash guard and a little sunscreen and be as gnarly as you want to be. Start building your surf-inspired wardrobe with these key pieces in our gallery. For more tips, pick up the June issue of InStyle, available on newsstands and for digital download now. 01 of 15 A.L.C. KEVIN SWEENEY $380; intermixonline.com 02 of 15 H&M KEVIN SWEENEY $13; hm.com 03 of 15 Tommy Hilfiger KEVIN SWEENEY $99; tommy.com 04 of 15 Roxy KEVIN SWEENEY $88; roxy.com 05 of 15 Juicy Couture KEVIN SWEENEY $79 (top) and $85 (bottom); nordstrom.com 06 of 15 See By Chloé KEVIN SWEENEY $425; at Finale Boutique, 732-886-3600 07 of 15 Tibi KEVIN SWEENEY $165; tibi.com 08 of 15 Hipanema KEVIN SWEENEY $108; hipanemausa.com 09 of 15 Soludos KEVIN SWEENEY $41; soludos.com 10 of 15 Bohemian Love KEVIN SWEENEY $225; lovebohemianlove.com 11 of 15 Westward Leaning KEVIN SWEENEY $180; westwardleaning.com 12 of 15 J. Crew KEVIN SWEENEY $198; available in June at jcrew.com 13 of 15 Royal Natives KEVIN SWEENEY $110; theroyalnative.com 14 of 15 American Eagle Outfitters KEVIN SWEENEY $16; ae.com 15 of 15 Roxy KEVIN SWEENEY $40; roxy.com