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It's summer, and after a lot of time spent indoors, we are more than ready to embrace the bliss of sunshine - even if it does seem like the world is burning. With scorching temperatures and the idea that socialization is back on the cards, just how do we leave behind our lockdown wardrobe and find summer fashion that remains super kind to our need for stretchy waistlines and cozy fabrics?
While we still adore our high waisted denim shorts and tiny crops, we are branching out this summer to embrace summer long styles that don't make us feel hemmed in but celebrate all our curves without compromising comfort. For us, summer just screams comfortable, cool, light, and looking fabulous whether you are on the summer weddings circuit or simply chilling at the beach.
Let's take a look at some casual summer outfit ideas that are sure to become your new go-to.
Cute Summer Outfit Ideas
Ask yourself what you want from your summer wardrobe? Most of us are aching for casual summer outfits that not only make us look good but downright make us feel good too. This isn't the season for tight sweaty material and forever feeling rumpled. Summer is all about getting your basics sorted, pulling out those classic pieces, embracing a bounty of bright colors, and just having a fun and flirty (and maybe flowy) time with your fashion choices. Picnics in the park, sun and sand and sea, al fresco date nights, and feeling as fresh as a daisy, this is the season for strappy sandals, breezy maxi dress styles, floral prints, and soft rompers. Let's get the lowdown on all the lightweight, comfy, and classy casual outfits to wear this summer.
Floral Shorts and Crop Top
Why it works: The perfect pairing of flow and fit, we love the look of matching lightweight flowing shorts with a crop top for full-on comfy feminine appeal. Hemmed in at the waist before falling into a flow, you get the best curvy girl silhouette and all the sass of feeling like you are wearing a mini skirt with the comfort of knowing they are shorts.
How to do it: If wearing pale floral prints, pair them with a nude or neutral crop top so you don't overwhelm with patterns. For the day you can slip on some white sneakers for cool girl glory or don some brown suede lace-up sandals for date night dreams.
The Short Pastel Jumpsuit
Why it works: An easy throw on for any occasion, the short jumpsuit is the ultimate casual outfit to rock your summer. Pick one in a soft fabric and a pale pastel color for timeless summer vibes. The combo of simple tank top style with mid to high waist also works to elongate the legs.
How to do it: Skip the bra and go French style and free or pair with a bralette. Get your jumpsuit in the softest material you can find and pair it with wedge sandals and super simple accessories for a relaxed and radiant summer look.
The Magic Midi Dress
Why it works: The midi dress is one of our fave stylish looks for summer! Totally versatile, the midi dress falls between the ankle and knee making it an awesome sexy yet modest choice for any family event or wedding.
How to do it: Pick a block color midi dress with a close fit up top and a slightly flowy or pleated detail on the skirt for a sublime silhouette. The best thing about the midi is it can be styled with accessories and shoes to change the way it feels. High wedges and a wide brim hat are slick in Sunday brunch charm or opt for flat sandals and a denim jacket for casual cool.
The Long Linen Jumpsuit
Why it works: Linen is one of the best easy breezy summer materials you can wear on your back. Linen is light, breathable, and as it's a loosely woven fabric it won't lock in the heat and sweat. A jumpsuit is also the ultimate cute outfit look for top-shelf summer style. Not only are jumpsuits totally comfy and cool in the daytime, but the long legs will keep you toasty after the sun sets.
How to do it: We love a linen jumpsuit that cools us down with a single look so skip the black and pick one in a very pale blue or a white. Wear your jumper with nude underwear and match it with comfy sandals or flats or even white sneakers for a chic city look.
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The Printed Maxi Dress
Why it works: The maxi dress is one of your summer staples so even if you are going for a capsule wardrobe, you need to invest in at least one of these bad boys. Super feminine, long, and flowy - the maxi dress is loose enough to keep you cool while keeping its figure-flattering curvy girl grace and beauty. The maxi dress is also super light and comfy, especially if you pick one that feels blissful against your skin.
How to do it: We love a maxi dress that offers an intricate print. Whether tiny flowers or diamond grids, these long dresses can totally pull off a little business. If you want a pinch of breezier sex appeal added to the mix, you can't go wrong with a maxi that comes with a slit up the side to bare a little more leg.
The Midi Wrap Skirt
Why it works: The midi skirt is always a favorite when it comes to a casual summer look. Baring just the right amount of leg and fabulously form-fitting, it's a classy and timely look that always looks lush, especially when paired with heels.
How to do it: Pair your midi skirt with a crop top or a tucked-in tee for a more casual angle. As we said date nights call for heeled shoes and you can even pick a white wrap top for a balanced and beautiful finish.
The Jasmine Pants and Crop
Why it works: Jasmine pants are pure joy in the summer months. Light and airy with a ton of space to let the breeze drift through, the fitted waist and flared legs lend themselves well to a fun and casual look that you can't forget. For those summer days when jeans seem like a punishment, you will fall head over heels for flowy lightweight love.
How to do it: These form-fitting flowing pants look lush when paired with strappy wedges, a block-colored crop top and a wide sun hat for those blissful vacation days going from the beach to the bar.
The Floral Dress
Why it works: Of all the summer outfits for women, few are as timeless as the casual summer dress. Whether you pick a maxi, midi, or mini dress, something that is strappy and splashed in a floral print just oozes fun summer vibes.
How to do it: The lightweight printed dress is an outfit idea all in itself. Pick something in a super soft material and curvy girls will love busy little flower patterns. You can pair the casual dress look with your favorite sneaker, flats, or sandals and a wide-brimmed straw hat brings the whole look together.
The Distressed Denim Shorts and Crop Top
Why it works: If you are forever in love with the casual ripped jeans and tee look, then there's no reason not to carry this look over into the sweet summer months. Pick a comfy well-tailored pair of denim shorts that feel flexible and comfortable to move in and add a little sass appeal by pairing with the right crop top. High waisted denim shorts and a crop bares the best amount of midriff without you feeling so exposed.
How to do it: Distressed denim is always a winner with its frayed edges and paler color as it ups your beach babe vibe. Pick a comfy crop and throw over a loose-fit white shirt and leave it open or opt for a casual few buttons and a French tuck. Match with sandals or wedges on a date night and you have a timeless summer style.
Comfy girl summers are the sweetest, especially when you have a go-to select wardrobe of loose, light, and well-tailored gems sitting in your wardrobe. The trick with summer is to have a few staple pieces that you can mix and match and dress up or down.
- Jumpsuits, maxi dresses, and slit midi skirts can all be dressed up or down with the right shoes and accessories.
- Skinny jeans and white jeans are also a good addition to your summer wardrobe but make sure you choose true fits or swap the jeans for a lighter softer jegging type material instead.
- A white tee to pair with your denim or to wear under your strappy dress is also a must. For those cooler afternoons or alfresco evenings, a lightweight blazer or even an oversized shirt can take the chill off.
What are your favorite summer go-to pieces? And what are your comfy summer plans this season? Share all your vibes with us in the comments.
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