Many of summer's hottest trends have a homemade touch.

From the runways to our Instagram feeds, the latest craze in fashion is all about getting in touch with our artistic roots and trying out <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/visible-mending-sustianability-fashion-trend" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DIY</a> styles. Do-it-yourself fashion came back into trend during the <a href="https://www.lofficiel.at/en/beauty/how-one-year-of-the-pandemic-has-affected-our-beauty-and-wellness-routines" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pandemic</a>, where spending hours indoors inspired people to get creative with at-home <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/beauty/how-to-get-70s-bangs-hair-styles" target="_blank" rel="noopener">bangs</a>, e-girl highlights, and sewing hacks. Now, <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/crochet-trend-spring-summer-2021-runway" target="_blank" rel="noopener">crochet</a> clothing, funky <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/beaded-necklaces-phone-beads-spring-summer-trend" target="_blank" rel="noopener">beads</a>, and <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/tie-dye-fashion-history-70s-trend" target="_blank" rel="noopener">tie-dye</a> have taken over the fashion scene. Whether you're actually making them yourself or buying them from a high fashion label, here are the trendiest DIY items of the summer.

Inspired by the free-spirited energy of the 1970s, <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/crochet-trend-spring-summer-2021-runway" target="_blank" rel="noopener">crochet styles</a> were seen on the runways of <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/bottega-veneta-digital-journal-issue-02-photo-video-magazine-daniel-lee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bottega Veneta</a> and <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion-week/fendi-men-spring-summer-2022-collection" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fendi</a>, and crochet dresses are all the rage on fashion TikTok. From tops to bags to <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/ella-emhoff-crochet-hat-trend-instagram" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hats</a> and even swimwear, this retro trend makes grandmacore look fresh.&nbsp;

Frankies Bikinis Coco Crochet Button Up Shirt ($130)

Missoni Logo Plaque Woven Bucket Hat ($756)

Bottega Veneta Dress ($2,990)

It makes sense that we're experiencing some nostalgia for the carefree summers of our youth, and this trend embodies exactly that. Kitschy-cute and ridiculously easy to make at home, we're seeing a resurgence of <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/summer-camp-jewelry-trend-2021" target="_blank" rel="noopener">summer camp-esque jewelry</a>, complete with plastic <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/beaded-necklaces-phone-beads-spring-summer-trend" target="_blank" rel="noopener">pony beads and charms</a>. For a more luxurious spin on the trend, <a href="https://marthacalvo.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Martha Calvo</a> has adopted the funky style into her Miami-based jewelry brand.&nbsp;

Joolz by Martha Calvo It's All Good Necklace ($175)

Notte Seaside Souvenir Necklace ($79)

Jennifer Behr Monica Necklace ($198)

Also a retro-inspired trend, tie dye was first introduced in the late '60s and thrived in the hippie movement during the early '70s. Given how simple it is to make at home, the patchy circles and swirls began cropping up during the pandemic as a fun way to pass the time and refresh old clothing. The trend has even bled into high fashion, seen in <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/politics-culture/proenza-schouler-wants-you-to-vote-2018" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Proenza Schouler</a>'s Spring/Summer 2021 collection.&nbsp;

Daily Paper Ecru Dark Navy Reher Top ($66)

Proenza Schouler Tie Dye Linen Viscose Dress ($1,014)

The Elder Statesman Paper Rainbow Dress ($267)

While they require more sewing skills than some other trends, patchwork denim is a sustainable way to upcycle old or thrifted jeans while looking stylish. They've been worn by the likes of <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/bella-hadid-tracksuit-street-style-summer" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Bella Hadid</a> and <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/jennifer-lopez-gold-platform-boots-valentino-instagram" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Jennifer Lopez</a>, and are a fun way to spice up your run-of-the-mill jeans and T-shirt combo.

Reformation Cynthia Linen Patch High Rise Straight Jeans ($198)

Stella McCartney Patchwork Shades Safari Pants ($975)

Rachel Antonoff Mike Wide Leg Pant ($195)

Sticking with the Y2K theme, <a href="https://www.lofficielusa.com/fashion/phone-case-accessories-iphone-holder" target="_blank" rel="noopener">phone chains</a> are popping up everywhere online, adding a touch of childlike fun to our outfits. Like beaded necklaces, they're easy enough to make at home, or you can buy them from London-based brand <a href="https://www.instagram.com/string_ting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">String Ting</a> for an Instagram-approved accessory.&nbsp;

5 DIY-Inspired Trends We're Seeing Everywhere This Summer

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