Outfit formulas: Frame denim shirt | Paige Anessa jeans | Veronica Beard sandals | Necklaces: here & here
The 5 Summer Outfit Formulas I Recommend to Everyone
If you struggle to put everyday outfits together, this post is for you! I think it’s safe to say that many of us want easy, everyday outfit combos. We’d like to confidently throw on a great outfit every morning, without having to think too much about it. Actually accomplishing this can be tricky, especially if you love to shop and get easily sidetracked 😉 Who hasn’t found a cool new “something” and don’t really know how to wear it — but bought it anyway?
Today I’m sharing 5 summer outfit formulas that I recommend to everyone. Simple concepts like an all-white base layer, the linen pants everyone’s wearing this summer, a go-with-everything shoe, and accessories that bring it all together. Once you have these summer staples in place, the possibilities are endless. Below you’ll find fresh picks and style boards designed around the five formulas I swear by. Enjoy! ☀️
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First – Gather the Best Summer Basics
Top row: Dress | Denim jacket | Blue dress | White tank | Skirt | Bottom row: Denim shorts | Swimsuit | White top | Jeans
Shoes & Accessories: Earrings | Beaded sandals – affordable here | Woven tote | Valentino tote | Green bracelet | Flip Flops
Just spotted this cute new Farm Rio dress and this new top
Skirts are having a moment this year (again), and look at this pretty new pink one
Summer accessories truly make every outfit, like this bracelet, these cool green flip flops and this splurge straw bag
1. Start with an All-White Base Layer
Denim jacket | White tank | White jeans | Stripe tote | Flip flops | Bracelets
If you want the easiest of the summer outfit formulas, start with all-white base layer. Then, any third piece will complete your look! For example, combine a white tee/tank with a white jean, skirt, short or trouser. Layer anything on top – like a loose button-up shirt (open like a jacket), a knit jacket, or a lightweight cardigan. If the climate is too warm for a third piece, consider an interesting accessory like a belt, statement necklace, or a cool bag. The accessories will complete your outfit.
White jeans: Best sellers include the Frame Le Slim Palazzo, Mother Lemon Twist, Mother Hustler roller ankle and Paige flare jeans
White skirts/shorts: Skirts are trending – look at this Madewell one. For shorts, I love this eyelet one, and recommend the AGOLDE Parker
White tanks/tees: This tank is a favorite, and I just discovered this new t-shirt I’ve been wearing on repeat. The sleeve is perfect
2. Find a Loose Linen Pant You Love
Frame cardigan | Tank | Linen pants | Straw tote | Brown jelly sandal | Necklace
For warm summer days, loose linen pants are comfortable and super stylish. I’ve even worn mine on the plane to a warm destination instead of leggings or joggers. Try a simple tank and a loose shirt, open like a jacket. This is one of those items you’ll wear all summer long!
Linen pants: Current favorite – either the Lodge linen pant or these at J.Crew – I size up
3. Dresses are Perfect for Warm Weather
Denim jacket | Farm Rio dress | Tory Burch bag | Gold sandals
Once the weather warms up, jeans get set aside, and dresses become a go-to. Whether you’re hanging out at home, going out for lunch, or running errands, there’s a dress for every occasion! Favorite brands include:
Tuckernuck: Look at this eyelet one in ivory, and this navy one too – both are perfect to wear every day
Rails: This new green one, this blue print sundress and this striped cotton one
Farm Rio: Love this new printed linen one, this white scalloped one, and this shorter one
4. Casual Shorts Outfits
Linen sweater | Farm Rio swimsuit | Denim shorts | Sandals | Valentino bag | Bracelet
Whether you go for a casual denim one or a looser one like this (or even a trouser style), you’ll look super chic!
Denim styles: Hands down this AGOLDE Parker one is my highest recommendations
Loose shorts: Look at this Aritzia pair. They are the short version of my favorite viral pant
Trouser style shorts: Consider this and this
5. A Travel Outfit That Doubles for Weekend Wear
Jacket | Sweater | Rag & Bone jeans | Sandals | Tote | Earrings
If you’re traveling this summer, then having a go-to comfy travel outfit is key. Plus, it doubles as an everyday/weekend casual outfit! I love these Rag & Bone sweatpant jeans – and so does everyone else 😊 They look like jeans but are actually made of super lightweight soft terry fleece. Don’t wait on these, they keep selling out thanks to all the viral TikTok videos! See below for more options.
Rag & Bone Miramar sweatpant favorites: Love their best-selling Sofie pants, these new cropped jeans or my absolute favorite track pants. More styles here.
Bonus: Round Up Your Accessories
The key to accessories is to have a few that all work together. Think raffia bags, woven totes, cool sunglasses, small scarves, statement jewelry … you get the idea 😉 Here are some stylish options.
Thank you for reading xx
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