Thinking of what you’ll wear in the office this summer (or for any other occasion you want to look chic)? You’re right in time. This blog post features 12 cute summer outfits that will make you look effortlessly chic (without melting in the heat!) for every occasion, from an everyday look to a summer night.
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I’m revamping my summer wardrobe this year, so why not share my top picks and outfits here? I’ve permanently opted for comfort for the warmer season. However, this summer, I want my outfits to look put together and effortlessly chic without suffering the hot weather (easier said than done). If you’re anything like me, you have already started stalking your favorite brands and online shops to find the perfect summer picks to elevate your outfits.
In this blog post, I will share my favorite combos for recreating 12 cute summer outfits for different occasions: workdays, everyday looks, and date night outfits. Moreover, I will point out some summer picks I have my eye on for this warmer season.
DOs When It Comes to Comfy & Cute Summer Outfits
Lightweight Fabrics: Linen and silk are the top fabrics to avoid melting under the sun during the warmer months. However, they’re more expensive when not blended with other fibers. A linen-cotton blend and a silk-cotton blend can be great alternatives for breathable, lightweight, delicate, and still good-quality garments.
Pop of Colors: I love colorful outfits, but I realize that neutral tones deliver an instant chic and put-together look, and I’m all about it. The perfect way to add an interesting touch to these neutral outfits is by playing with accessories, mainly belts, shoes, bags, sunglasses, and other small accessories that help elevate a simple yet stylish look. This is the perfect way to express your personality. Another way to slowly add colors to your outfits is using the 3-color rules (2 neutrals and one pop of color).
Personal Branding: wearing the same outfit more than once or having similar clothes does not mean your outfits are boring; it means personal Branding—or personal style. When you discover what you like that represents who you are and fits your body perfectly, it becomes part of your identity. And this means you have finally found your style. So, don’t feel like you always need to wear something new, but invest in timeless and versatile pieces that can help you create different outfits.
12 Cute Summer Outfits For The Most Effortless Chic Look
Work Outfits
Summer fashion is fun, but work outfits are the REAL problem. I work in the South of France, and here it is hot AF. It’s even worse if you work in a corporate environment where you are requested to wear more or less business attire. In simpler words, I would never go to work in denim shorts. So, if you’re in the same situation (+ plus your commute to go to work), keep reading. Below are my favorite work outfits I will repeatedly wear on sunny days.
1. Casual Work Day 1
Cream Linen Trousers | Blue Cotton Shirt | Boat Neck Tank Top | Flat Brown Sandals | Bag
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2. Casual Work Day 2
T-shirt | Denim Skirt or Longer Skirt | Denim Jacket | Belt | Sneakers | Bag
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3. Casual Work Day 3
Boat Neck Tank Top | Denim Skirt | Blue Cotton Shirt | Belt | Bag
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The first three outfits are for standard work days. When you are required to look professional, you don’t have to attend any relevant event or important business meeting. Using all the pieces above, you can recreate many more outfits. By adding a pair of jeans (if not too warm for you) to the mix, you can combine the three bottoms: jeans, linen trousers, and a mini skirt with the tops. Tank tops and T-shirts are simple yet versatile when the warm weather heats, ideal for layering with a white or light blue button-down shirt. My favorite colors are cream, white, navy, and white stripes, but you can get creative and add a spark of color.
4. Business Meeting
Cream Tailored Linen Pants | Boat Neck Tank Top | Short-Sleeved Button-Down | Shoes | Belt | Bag
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5. Work Day + Evening Event
Linen Midi Black Dress | Chunky Heeled Sandals | White Button Down | Bag
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Comfy Outfits for Daily Errands
These are the outfits for our shopping dates with friends, morning coffee in the neighborhood, grocery shopping, errands, and Sunday brunch.
6. Shopping With Friends
Maxi Skirt | Tank Top | Sneakers or Flat Sandals | Bag
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Nothing is worse than taking off and putting on trousers, skirts, and dresses for an entire day. You better be smart and wear something light and breathable that can be easily worn. For this reason, airy maxi skirts and tank tops are the most obvious options. A midi skirt can work excellently, too. The same goes for the shoes. You definitely don’t want something that takes more than 30 seconds to take off. Flats are a no-brainer in this case.
7. Morning Stroll or Hot Girl Walk
Playsuit | Sweatshirt | White Sneakers | Bag
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For this occasion, we need something to put on right after jumping out of bed. Activewear is my go-to! Workout sets are too cute to wear them only to sweat in, which is outrageous. Let’s make them see the light of day for a morning stroll with a latte in your hand or a hot girl walk with a friend. My favorite outfits are a simple tank top and biker shorts to fight the summer heat.
8. Beach Day
Swimsuit | Shorts | Cover up | Bag | Sandals
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A beach day is one of those tricky situations where we cannot dress up too much, but we still want to look cute (because who knows what may happen after—maybe a happy hour? Maybe dinner on the beach?). So we need to be ready for whatever may happen next. In this case, a cute black bathing suit can serve us well. Paired with denim shorts and a linen button-down as a cover-up, we can be effortlessly chic.
9. Errands
T-shirt | Shorts | Sneakers | Belt | Bag
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We all know that when we run errands, we throw off the first thing we find piled up on the chair. Let’s ensure it is something cute, just in case we end up running into the cute neighbor or the girl we can’t stand from the building in front. Crop tops, T-shirts, and well-fitted shorts will do the job. Remember, we need to look effortless.
10. Sunday Brunch
White dress | Low Chunky Heels | Earrings | Bag
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Who does not love a Sunday brunch to catch up on the latest with the best friends? There’s nothing better than waking up early and dressing up to hit the town in your best shape.
My go-to is a midi or long, airy white dress and low heels! The earrings I linked are my go-to jewelry piece when I want to stand out. I’ve been looking for big earrings for weeks, and this pair alone will elevate your outfit.
Date Night Outfits
From casual dinners to clubbing nights, we want our summer looks to be on point. We want to wear breathable and airy outfits that are comfortable on the dance floor but look chic. Summer is all about the unexpected, and I love it. Casual dinners can become summer dates, sleepless nights, and sunrise breakfasts. Let’s ensure we are ready for everything the universe will gift us.
11. Casual Dinner or Date
Jumpsuit or Dress | Earrings | Heels | Denim Jacket | Bag
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You never know what could happen after dinner, so you better be ready. Will you be in bed by 11 pm or return home at 6 am after watching the sunrise? Who knows! No matter what, you want something versatile and comfortable. The Jumpsuit linked is from COS. However, I fell in love with this linen dress from DISSH, which could also be a perfect choice for any summer look (they also have the maxi version, usually sold out).
12. Party Night
Mini Black Dress | Earrings | Heels | Linen Black Blazer | Bag
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I usually choose something simple yet effective for a party or a clubbing night with your friends. You’ll never go wrong with black, even in the summer. It’s a must for a chic and elevated look! Remember your jewelry and signature fragrance to leave your mark.
This blog post is about 12 cute summer outfits to help you achieve the most effortless chic look this summer season.