Living in New York can sometimes be a fashion nightmare, due to the mild rain showers in summer. With 90 degree days followed with rain, choosing an outfit that is fashionable yet one that gets you through a wet day can be particularly difficult. Here are 5 fashion tips that will help you get through the hot, rainy days.

Breathable fabrics – Breathable fabrics are a closet staple. Look for linen and cotton or blends with a little lycra for stretch. These fabrics will keep you cool and dry during the wet summer months.

A raincoat – Raincoats are a must, and now some in cool colours, with belts and button detailing. Go for a plain single colour or a striped rain coat. Look for ones that are lightweight and are lined with a cotton fabric. Easily foldable rain coats that come in a case are an added bonus.

An Umbrella – If a raincoat is not your thing, choose a fashion-forward umbrella. You could choose a classic black with a wooden handle or bubble transparent umbrella.

A trench dress – If carrying around outerwear is troublesome, choose a trench dress. This will give you the same benefits of staying dry without the extra layer.

Open toe shoes – If the weather is hot and wet it is best to opt for a pair of open toe shoes. That way if your feet do get wet, you can dry them off easily and still stay cool when the weather heats up.

If you’re going on holiday to warmer weather or getting ready for summer and looking to show a bit more leg, a wrap skirt could be just what your wardrobe needs. The wrap skirt is a good mix of conservativeness and playfulness. It is also versatile, as it can go from office to after work cocktails. Here are 6 outfit ideas on how to best wear a wrap skirt.

Detail – To get your wrap skirt noticed, make sure you include a funky belt with a nice buckle. Your belt will also give you the ability to change the tightness of your skirt.

Mix color and patterns – A wrap skirt with a fun print, can be used as day wear or dressed up with heels for a night out. Reversible options, give you two skirts in one.

Trade black for navy – For a work appropriate wrap skirt, opt for a navy hue.

Select a good quality fabric – Choose from suede, to soft leather in camel. The fabric will drape well on a wrap skirt and project a luxe feel.

Add some sparkle – For a day to night look, wear a sequin mini wrap skirt with a simple button down cardigan in a neutral shade. Match it with a pair of flats for day wear and switch to a pair of heels at night.

Statement shoes – Wrap skirts can come in modest lengths. To add height and draw attention to your legs, wear a knee high lace up sandal or a fancy pair of high heels.

Investing in an expensive pair of jeans can be worthwhile, since you can pair it with almost anything or any occasion. With prices over $200, taking care of your jeans is important to ensure they stay in good condition. Some people say washing your jeans by hand is best, others say use the machine, while some others don’t wash their jeans at all and only opt for dry cleaning them. Here are some tips to prolong the life of your jeans.

Raw denim needs at least 6 months to to contour to the shape of your body. Therefore to maintain the best shape, avoid washing them for a few months. If you have a pre washed pair (these are jeans that look faded), you can wash them when they start to sag or get stained.

To get rid of the smell between washes, hang your jeans near the shower. The steam will help to freshen them up. If that’s not possible, you can freeze your jeans for 2 days in a ziplock bag.

To stop your jeans from losing their color, always wash them in cold water inside out. (Use a mild detergent)

If you have a dark pair of jeans, include a half cup of distilled white vinegar, at the final rise stage of your wash.

Lay/hang your jeans flat or upside down to dry. Always air dry your jeans or turn the heat at the lowest setting on your dryer. Try to remove your jeans before they are completely dry.