April is spring cleaning time in my apartment, and that means I’ve spent the last few weeks donating, selling, or just plain getting rid of everything that no longer aligns with my personal style . Somewhat surprisingly, a few summer fashion trends from last year have stuck around. Some started off as micro-trends —the kind that are buzzy for a few months before vanishing. Even after 10 years working in fashion, I’m not immune to an impulse buy. Others were inspired by what my fellow editors wore here at the Marie Claire offices and took me a little longer to buy into. Either way, I’m still excited that I can re-wear and restyle them for another year. Ahead, I broke down the six pieces I’m still obsessed with a full calendar year later. From a pair of easy yet chic thong sandals (the re-branded name for flip-flops , FYI) to a summer neutral I rely on year-round, these made the cut for another year in my closet—and they're all from Zara and Nordstrom , no less.…
