We’ve been having a major case of June Gloom in LA. The mornings begin cold and grey. Then finally by the afternoon, the sun starts to peek through and it warms up a bit. It makes getting dressed very difficult! You want to wear summer outfits but at the same time feel you like staying in your pjs all day. So I wanted to share my top two tips for dressing for this weird summer weather in case you’re experiencing June Gloom where you live:

1. Add a cheerful color.

When it’s grey outside I like to bring in a color to brighten my mood. Sometimes it’s with red lipstick. Other times it’s with a bag or clothing. In this outfit, it was both. Nothing screams happiness like a pop of yellow. And when life gives you lemons, like a June Gloom day, why not just wear the lemons?!

2. Make sure to layer.

I always layer for days that start cool and ends warmer. I used to wear cardigan sets all the time (my Boston days brought out the preppy in me). Earlier this year, I shared three ways to make a cardigan set modern. Here, I used the tips with trendy high waist denim and block heel sandals. I can begin the day with the cardigan then simply wear the shell when the weather warms up.

I hope these style tips help you if you’re dealing with June Gloom this month!

Photos by Michelle Kyle

Cardigan: J. Crew
Top: J. Crew
Jeans: AGolde
Bracelet: Kendra Scott
Bag: Gucci (similar)
Rings: Gorjana and Wanderlust + Co
Shoes: Sole Society
Nails: OPI “Sweet Heart”