10 Easy Summer Outfits That Are Probably Already Hanging in Your Closet
I’m not cheap, but I like saving money. I’ll take public transport over Uber as often as possible. I make cooking my meals at home fun because of how much money I can save. And even though I’m a professional online shopper, I limit my spending on clothes. Whenever I buy something, I ask myself how often I’ll wear it. If that number is more than five, it’s coming home with me. I’m always looking at Pinterest to find an outfit I can easily copy.
To save myself (and you) some scrolling, I decided to compile my favorite easy summer outfits to copy in just one place so that we can make the most of our wardrobes. If you don’t already have one of the pieces mentioned, I highly suggest ordering it before summer reaches its peak because of how much use I guarantee you’ll get out of it. Below, find the 10 easy summer outfits I assure you should already be hanging in your closet.
We likely all have a graphic T-shirt somewhere in our closet. Since mine is usually reserved for sleeping in and plane rides, I'm looking for new ways to wear it. Dressing it up with a nice pair of wide-leg trousers just might be the move.
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The double-layered look has been oozing into the fashion crowd since the most recent Miu Miu runway show. Style your favorite sweater with a white tank or tee peeking out to make it feel brand new.
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Nothing can get me to spend a chunk of change like a good tweed jacket, and you probably already own one. To keep it from looking too grandmacore, choose an interesting pair of heels as Sofia Richie did.
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People are writing off denim shorts left and right, and I was once one of them until this look changed my mind. If you want to take a pair of denim shorts to a more elevated level, this is the ultimate inspiration.
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All-white outfits always prevail in my wardrobe, and this one is next on my list of looks to copy. But my white button-down shirt collection needs an upgrade, so I'll be stocking up on a new one just in time for summer.
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Workout shorts inspired by the '80s are cooler than ever before. Give your pair a preppy vibe by styling it with a striped button-down shirt.
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I never thought to wear a belt over my long sleeve shirt, so I'm convinced this is the most genius styling trick ever. Belts are having their moment right now, and I'm here for it.
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I wore a school uniform growing up, so this look sparks a lot of nostalgia for me. I'm throwing a sweater over everything these days.
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Lana Del Rey said it best: There's nothing better than blue jeans and a white shirt. Whenever I'm fussing over my outfit for a casual day, I take myself back to this classic look.
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LBD officially stands for long black dress, at least according to me. The elegance of this look has me absolutely hooked.
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