I don’t know about you, but now is about the time when I start getting really tired of my winter wardrobe and am just itching to get into my summer clothes. It’s been a great season of sweaters, jeans and boots, but now I’m ready for some sundresses and sandals.
One problem I face transitioning from my winter wardrobe to my spring, however, is that my options greatly increase because I’m a clothes hoarder, to say the least. I collect clothes like young boys collect baseball cards. I guarantee if you look hard enough, you’ll find at least one item of clothing in my closet from middle school.
With that great of a collection of clothes comes many choices, sometimes too many of them. So, I’ve come up with a list of the best summertime outfits:
1. Jean Jacket and a Dress
Extra points if it’s white. Just slip on a pair of flats, sandals or wedges, and you’re good to go! This outfit is perfect if you’re going to be gone all day into the night or if it's a bit cooler outside because the jacket will keep you warm while the dress keeps you looking like summertime. This is one of my favorite outfits to break out at the end of April/beginning of May because it's perfect for the 50-degree mornings and 70-degree sunny afternoons.
2. Maxi Dress
Another great option if you're going to be in the same outfit into the evening. Put on some cute jewelry to dress up a more casual dress or toss on a cardigan to dress down a nicer one. There's just something so elegant looking about a girl in a maxi dress.
3. Cuffed Jeans and a Tank
This is a staple outfit. Perfect for anything from a day out shopping to roasting marshmallows around a bonfire. It’s easy, it’s versatile and it involves clothes that you already have plenty of. Not to mention you just look cute and put together—no one will ever know that those jeans lay crumpled on your floor for a week before you put them on today.
4. Jean Shorts and a Tee
Comfort is key. On hot days, beach days, lazy days, this is the outfit I’m reaching for. It’s easy, low-maintenance and will keep me cool.
5. Romper
Rompers, much like dresses, are great because they make it seem as if you tried to dress up and put yourself together for the occasion. In reality, there was almost zero thought involved at all. No matching is necessary when it’s all one piece. Plus with a romper, there’s the added bonus of shorts, so you don’t need to worry about the wind playing peek-a-boo.
6. High-waisted Shorts with a Tucked-in Shirt
I love love love that high-waisted shorts are coming back in style. They’re so fun, and there’s so much you can do with them. A lot of people go for the crop tops, but I prefer a tucked-in shirt. It shows off the shorts without showing off too much skin, and tucking the shirt in gives off a very mature, put-together vibe.
7. A-line Skirt
These flowy skirts are so fun. Wear them with a tank top, wear them with a short sleeve shirt, wear them with a cardigan—the possibilities are endless. The lightweight material and a-line hem looks cute and flattering on any figure.
8. Gym Shorts and a T-Shirt
Sometimes you've just got to be comfortable. Put your hair up in a ponytail, throw on some rubber flip flops and run your errands in comfort while also looking effortlessly cute.
Happy summer season!
