Inspired by…(500) Days of Summer
(500) Days of Summer is a great love story with a twist. Our muse for fashion inspiration is Summer Finn (played by Zooey Deschanel). Men flock to Summer, whose mysterious ways and apathy towards relationships and love takes viewers (and her suitors) on an offbeat ride. The best part about Summer is that her style is very relatable and down-to-earth.
With so many cute outfits in this movie, I have decided to focus on two major fashion motifs in this film: the little blue dress and vintage-inspired separates.
Summer’s LBD: The Little Blue Dress
I love the motif of the little blue dress in this movie because it is totally a reflection of Summer’s eccentric character. The little blue dress is a great alternative to the classic black version, and if you’re really keen on Summer’s interpretation, I would recommend vintage-inspired versions that feature feminine details, such as lace, bows, or a whimsical print.
Here are my favorite little blue dresses that are all available for purchase right now! (With the exception of the Arden B dress – sadly, it just sold out.)
Product Information: Kimchi Blue Taffeta Ruffle Dress- Urban Outfitters, Lianna Shirtdress- Delia*s, Satin Babydoll Dress- Arden B, Signature Solid Dress- Tommy Hilfiger (available at Zappos), AE Bustier Dress- American Eagle, Tara Halter Dress- Delia*s
Separates with a Touch of Vintage
Separates are always great for college students because mixing and matching is key to getting the most bank for your buck. I am especially biased towards the high waisted navy blue shorts because earlier in the semester I bought a pair from a local Savers for $3! Thrift stores can be a great place to find vintage pieces and if you’re feeling a little lost, be sure to check out Michelle‘s regular posts on vintage-inspired items!
For my inspirational outfits I really had a lot of fun playing online dress up! I hope you like my picks and can see the versatility in these items!
Oufit 1: Vintage Blouse + High Waist Shorts
Product Information: Grapes Floral Blouse- Top Shop, High Waist Sailor Short- Arden B, Crinkled Leatherette Flat- Go Jane, Stud Handle Shoulder Bag- Forever 21, Medium Barrettes- Kohl’s
Outfit 2: Vintage Blouse + A-Line Skirt
Product Information: Grapes Floral Blouse- Top Shop, Stud Handle Shoulder Bag- Forever 21, Tullia High Waist Skirt- K Karl Lagerfeld (through theOutnet), Crinkled Leatherette Flat- GoJane, White Key Charm Bracelet- Max & Chloe
Outfit 3: Vintage Blouse + Feminine Oxfords
Product Information: Suedette Pump- Forever 21, Grapes Floral Blouse- Top Shop, Stud Handle Shoulder Bag- Forever 21, Five Pocket Skinny Jean-Arden B
**All photos from www.imdb.com**
Are You Inspired?
Are you a fan of Summer’s style? Would you try a little blue dress? How about vintage-inspired separates? How do you mix-and-match vintage pieces? Also, where do you find your vintage pieces?! Leave us a comment! We’d love to hear from you!
Posted on on November 16, 2009 / Filed Under: Fashion Tips / Tags: (500) Days of Summer, Movie Inspiration, Vintage, Zooey Deschanel
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Eimear
I actually squealed when I saw this! (500) Days of Summer is one of my favourite movies, and Summer’s dress sense is one of my reasons behind that. I’m very much into that style and has been my mission for about 2 years now to have a wardrobe like the one portrayed in that movie. So thank you very much for doing a feature on it!!
Julie
I really liked Summer’s style in this movie!!! Specially the idea of the Little Blue Dress, def. something I’ll be applying to my wardrobe this holiday season. THANKS!
Mae
I’ve never seen this movie, but I really want to. I love her style for the pictures above. It’s super awesome.
Jordan
500 Days of Summer was such a great movie. I can hardly wait til it comes out on DVD! It really was unlike any other love story, better than all the sap crap out there, that’s for sure! I saw this movie with my little sister and we agreed that Joseph Gordon Levitt was hot. :)
Zooey’s fashion in general, even outside of her movie roles, is so original. I love her mix of vintage as well. My favorite looks are the first and second for the LBD (Little BLUE Dress) and the second for the vintage looks (the shorts you found are so close!).
I also liked her outfit in Yes Man, when she was running.
Isabelle
I adored all of her outfits in this film, I just wanted her entire wardrobe!
Colleen - NYU
Love this post, these outfits are so cute! I love how you showed how to wear key pieces in different ways, so smart for us college girls.
Morgan Hart
I was so happy to see this! I absolutely love Zooey Deschanel’s style, and her outfits in (500) Days of Summer were great! I love the floral top and outfit ideas.
Alana @ The Good girl gone blog
I haven’t seen the movie yet, but people tell me I look a little like Zooey. I’m definitely inspired by her style. Great post :)
glory
this makes me immensely happy.
yesyesyes.
Lizzy
So cute! I really need to go see this, because based on all the outfit shots I’ve seen, I’m really only missing the dialog :)
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Evelina
Sad that I haven’t seen the movie yet. :(
But I love her style! It’s such a classic style and so feminine – I love the blue dresses.
Luinae
I REALLY want to see this movie!
I really, really like the idea of high waisted shorts and feminine oxfords, so I may try to pick up a pair!
Iris
This is such a cute post! I adore all of these outfits, and you say there are more?! You really need to do a 500 Days of Summer : Part 2! Too awesome!
Lena Michelle
i love her style!
i was just about to write an article about her style ono our fashion club blog :)
i think you’ve got the main points down! love it :)
Sydney
I got so excited when I saw this, I love Summer’s style! Great article.
Coco
Zooey’s outfits from 500 Days of Summer pretty much relate to her own personal quirky and unique style. The highwaisted shorts are adorable, I don’t think i could ever pull them off though :(
Hannah
i’ve never seen it, but the outfits here are adorable.
Hannah F.
i have the american eagle dress which i got for $19- it fits awesome and i get so many compliments on it!
steph
hi, can you please make an article on how to incorporate more dresses and princess-ish pieces?? i know there’s is one article, but where are good places to buy pretty, flowy dresses with a summer-ish look??
Madeleine Fahlbusch
I guess I’m a fan of Summer’s style but it’s not exactly my thing, it’s a little too wholesome.. I would try a little blue dress but I would wear the shirt dress from dELIA’s because I think it’s laid back and has a nice preppy vibe. I’m really a fan of the vintage inspired seperates because I honestly found the oxfords to be a bit grotesque. I mix and match vintage pieces just based on what I’m wearing, it’s kind of random and not really planned out too much. My vintagy pieces that I own are not truely vintage pieces because they’re from mainstream stores such as H&M but they’re in a style that’s considered vintagy.
Three Lilly
Hi! I am totally agree with you… I love Zoey Deschanel’s wardrobe in this movie. I even posted it in my blog, and one of the firsts post too. I’m gonna put this page as a link, if you don’t mind ^^
dressed
She is soooo quirky & whimsical! I love her!
erika
question!!!
i hope someone can answer eventhough it’s an old post..
how do you call this style of summer?
preppy or..vintage perhaps…idk how to call it..but i want to dress like that…
Annabel
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE HER! ANNNND that movie :), one of my all time faves. She dresses so well, she’s one of my style inspirations