The Balance between Function and Fashion.

Hiking is my new love in 2020. Going out to nature, seeing mountains, ocean or wildflowers has been a remedy for boredom caused by quarantine. As a girl who loves fashion, I also look into how to put together a stylish outfit for each hiking trip. The key thing is striking that balance between function and fashion.

Determine the Functions You Need

• Is it a long or short hike?
• How's the weather? Will you be sweating a lot?
• Any river crossing? Will you get wet?
• Will poison oak be there?

Those are things I consider before putting together an outfit. For example, if it's only a short hike (less than 5 miles), I can be more flexible and just wear casual shorts and tees. When I knew that there would be poison oak on the trail, I opted for durable leggings to protect my skin.

Now Let's Talk Fashion - Choosing the Cute Tops

I like fashionable details in a top or sports bras. To me, the details instantly elevate the look. Plus, it will make your hiking photo more interesting ?  

[** Below are my personal recommendations, not sponsored. **]

Have Fun with a Theme

When we went hiking to the M.A.S.H set in Malibu, I put together a khaki & white outfit. I have never watched the M.A.S.H TV show before, but from some images I saw, khaki tan, army green, off-white and brown are the colors that came to my mind. My outfits that day reminded my husband of Lara Croft, although I had never watched the Tomb Raider movies. ?

• Around my neck: Kafka's Kool Tie from REI
• White sports bra and white top from Lorna Jane
• Khaki shorts from UNIQLO (bought it a fews years back so I don't think they sell it anymore.)
• Hiking boots from Columbia

What do you like to wear for hiking? Feel free to share your recommendations in the comment below!