Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter
Spring
- Fashion: Light, flowy fabrics like linen and cotton in pastels, floral prints, and soft neutrals. Think breezy dresses, lightweight jackets, and comfy sneakers or sandals.
- Lifestyle: Spring cleaning, gardening, outdoor picnics, and fresh beginnings. Many people focus on decluttering their homes and engaging in self-care activities.
- Food: Fresh produce like asparagus, peas, radishes, and strawberries. Salads, smoothies, and lighter meals are in focus.
- Activities: Hiking, cycling, flower festivals, and farmer’s markets are popular. People embrace more outdoor activities as the weather warms up.
Summer
- Fashion: Bold, vibrant colors like orange, yellow, and cobalt blue. Shorts, tank tops, swimsuits, and sunglasses are key pieces, along with flowy maxi dresses and espadrilles.
- Lifestyle: Beach trips, barbecues, and festivals. Outdoor living, from pool parties to dining al fresco, is central. Skincare shifts towards sun protection with SPF and after-sun care.
- Food: Grilled vegetables, fresh seafood, and fruits like watermelon, peaches, and berries. Smoothies, ice cream, and refreshing drinks are summer staples.
- Activities: Swimming, beach volleyball, camping, and road trips. Summer brings music festivals, outdoor concerts, and sporting events.
Fall
- Fashion: Earthy tones like mustard, burgundy, and forest green, along with plaids, denim, and cozy knits. Leather jackets, ankle boots, and scarves become key items.
- Lifestyle: Cozying up at home, embracing warm beverages, and watching seasonal shows or football games. Decorating with pumpkins and autumnal decor is in.
- Food: Comfort foods such as pumpkin, apples, sweet potatoes, and soups. Warm drinks like pumpkin spice lattes and apple cider take center stage.
- Activities: Leaf-peeping, apple picking, attending harvest festivals, and preparing for Halloween and Thanksgiving.
Winter
- Fashion: Layers are essential—chunky sweaters, wool coats, boots, and scarves. Darker tones like deep blues, grays, and blacks dominate, with pops of red or metallics during the holiday season.
- Lifestyle: Staying warm indoors with cozy blankets, hot chocolate, and candles. Holiday decorations and gatherings take over, and many indulge in self-care or hibernation mode.
- Food: Comforting, hearty meals like stews, casseroles, and roasted vegetables. Baked goods, soups, and hot beverages like cocoa and mulled wine are favorites.
- Activities: Ice skating, skiing, sledding, and enjoying winter markets. Holiday festivities like Christmas lights, New Year’s parties, and cozy nights by the fire are popular.