In spite of April showers, spring, and the promise of warmer months ahead, fuels this edition of My Style. After a long Michigan winter, the urge to break hibernation and head outdoors is real. Whether you gravitate toward a well-manicured formal garden or the overflowing bounty of edible and cutting beds, your garden, like your home, should bring you joy. Choosing what you love makes it a place you want to linger, whether that means puttering with pruners, reconnecting with nature, or gathering with family and friends.
Michigan winters demand layers, but that doesn’t mean sacrificing style. When February brings crisp air and snowy landscapes, it’s the perfect opportunity to show off your fashion sense while staying cozy. Forget bulky and boring—this year, we’re all about chic, functional, and fun outfits that will have you looking and feeling fantastic, even when the thermometer dips.
January style trends are highlighted by designers’ in-between collections—pre-spring and resort wear. Since My Style in our city may include snowbirds, ski bunnies, or none of the above, SHIFT explores today’s collections with options for everyone: those kicking off the New Year at an exquisite warm-weather destination and everyday fashion enthusiasts looking to refresh their winter wardrobes ahead of spring.
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, the season of gathering has arrived. The year’s grand finale is all about reconnecting with loved ones, sharing warmth, and creating lasting memories.
As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, Michigan transitions from September’s Indian summer to the vibrant hues and bustling energy of fall. It’s a season that uniquely blends the excitement of back-to-school, the thrill of football Saturdays, Halloween parties, apple orchard corn mazes, and the breathtaking beauty of autumn leaves—each inspiring a distinctive yet cohesive fashion vibe that captures the spirit of Michigan in the fall.
After a long, sweltering summer, the crisp promise of fall feels like a welcome reprieve. Cooler evenings, golden leaves, an abundant harvest of delicious foods — and of course, a fresh start for your wardrobe. As we celebrate the dedication of first responders in this issue, it’s only fitting to take a page from their book and get prepared — this time, for the stylish season ahead.
As summer wanes and Michigan prepares to embrace the crisp, colorful days of fall, it’s the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe with styles that bridge the sunny days of August and September and the cozy, layered looks ahead. The end of summer is a season of transition – an opportunity to incorporate breezy, relaxed pieces while preparing for the cooler months filled with football games, back-to-school excitement, and the stunning hues of autumn leaves.
The best part of a new season – and yes, by July, summer is in its prime – is that style locks in for the weather, which in Michigan is sunny and gorgeous!
