With it finally being summer break and the weather warming up after a bipolar semester, I have been rotating out my clothes. Gone are the sweaters, leggings, scarves and tall boots. At the forefront of my closet are breezy dresses, cotton shirts, floral skirts and anchor shorts complete with an array of sandals.

I am not a big fan of the summer time (because of the heat), but I have respect for the clothes. There are so many options and no need for jackets or boots all the time. For this reason, I have a list of five staple summer clothes that I have in my closet and are the easiest to make new outfits with, especially on the go.

1. Printed Dress

These are great for normal days and when you want to dress up a little.

2. High Waisted Shorts

I always have a navy pair of high waisted shorts since they can be paired with almost any top. They also accentuate the waist and are great for wearing to the pool or beach.

3. Button Down

I have no idea what I would do without these. Button downs and collared shirts are the ultimate preppy clothing item, but also show a bit more professionalism. If you work in an office or are going out to a nice place, I would recommend a button down.

4. White Skirt

These are just classic and almost any colored shirt will go with them. My favorite are the lace kind.

5. Crop Top

Crop top. Crop tops are easy to pair with and can be used for any occasion.

For any occasion, I can usually mix and match one of these five items to complete a look. Specifically, a floral dress with wedges is great for a shopping trip or even a nice dinner out, while a button down paired with a straight skirt is my go-to work outfit. With these five summer staples, you can be dressed and ready for any adventure!