CREDIT: HAI HA NGUYEN

Modern retro is inspired by iconic songstress Lana Del Rey, who channels this theme in every part of her music and persona. Del Rey's unique “Hollywood Pop” and somber voice accompanied by her mellow songs soared up the charts, and her notable sense of style made headlines as well.

Modern retro is one of the constant themes that are present in her styling throughout her style evolution. This outfit was particularly inspired by Del Rey's luxury sports car Jaguar ad mixed with the colours of summer and the trendy silhouettes of the season.

Jaguar's ad featured Del Rey by a poolside in a white bathing suit, gold jewellery and large sunhat. The combination of colours and theme in the campaign embodied the lifestyle of modern California luxury living with a touch of Del Rey's retro charm through the gold jewellery. Del Rey's debut in Hollywood has reignited fashion's love of the high-waisted shorts, '50s hair waves, gold hoops and chains.

Combined with the diverse colour palette of summer and retro silhouettes of Lana Del Rey, this look is an equal balance of modern, retro and summer's fashion trends. This summer, the pastel palette returned and with a twist like in the hi-low shirt above; the pairing of complementary colours and saturating a blurred palm tree print. The palm trees, pastel pink and baby blue and sheerness of the top is reminiscent of a breezy day in sunny California. The outfit is accented with a medium-size gold chain, a spike and chained bracelet and gold hoops. The outfit is contrasted by a gorgeous yellow oversized clutch, detailed with a gold twist-lock. Nude snakeskin platform almond-toed pumps add another modern touch to the look.

1. Hi-Low Top: This lovely delicate hi-low top, inspired by sunny California, the colour palette of summer and Del Rey's Jaguar campaign, is a beautiful start to the outfit. (Forever 21, $6.99)

2. White High-Waisted Shorts: A staple in Del Rey's modern retro style, this piece works for many different looks while adding a retro charm to the outfit. (Garage, $20)

3. Gold Jewellery: The medium- size chain and gold hoops are the perfect size for everyone as they are a statement piece without looking too costumey. The spike and chain bracelet is a favourite for layering bracelets in the summer season. (Aldo Accessories: Necklace, $15; Bracelet, $9.98; Hoops, $8)

4. Yellow Oversized Clutch: This is a beautiful piece to contrast the outfit with while adding a modern touch. The gold twist lock detail complements the gold retro jewellery. (Aldo Accessories, $24.98)

5. Nude Platform Pumps: The snakeskin print is subtle against the nude colour of the pumps, adding another modern touch to the outfit. (Le Chateau, $11.98)

The modern retro style of Lana Del Rey combined with the California summer palette and silhouettes gives this outfit a stylish edge on any sunny summer day!

Hai Ha Nguyen loves to discover the new trends in street fashion, accessories and styling. Follow her on Instagram at instagram.com/misshaihanguyen for the trendiest pieces this season! If you have a suggestion or feedback for her column, send her an email at hhnguyen.77@gmail.com.