Although fall is my favorite season for fashion (and everything else), I don't dislike summer clothes by any means. It's refreshing to just throw on a dress and some sandals and go. I have a few very "summery" pieces in my closet for occasions such as the Fourth of July parties and beachy vacations, but for the most part, I tend to avoid things such as items with tropical prints, neon, and all crochet everything. The reason is I don't find such summery pieces to be appropriate for very much of the year, and I prefer things that are a little less specific that I can wear for more than a month or two.
So what's a girl to do who doesn't want a wardrobe full of overly summery items but still wants to look appropriate for the season? Shop for low-key warm-weather items that are effortlessly cool. I found tons of chic linen, cotton, and silk pieces that you'll be able to wear for more than just July and August. Scroll to shop my selections.
I'd take this in any of the chic colors is comes in.
I'd advise preordering this because it will sell out.
Some of the most comfortable shoes in my closet are from Staud.
Chicer than the average shirtdress.
I'd also wear this in the fall with jeans.
I need to stop thinking about these and just get them already.
Low-waist trousers are chill enough for casual summer outfits.
I love how easily this can be dressed up or down.
Love that this black bag isn't too heavy to wear in the summer.
This skirt is an easy way to ensure you look polished this summer.
Another pair of expensive-looking H&M shoes to covet.
Dôen has low-key summer items down pat.
Gotta have a cool baseball cap this time of year.
The bodice of this dress is so pretty.
Love a sporty logo sandal.
The perfect year-round staple.
It's safe to assume these perfect black shorts will sell out.
It's pretty-sandal season.
Snag this pretty top while it's majorly on sale.
When in doubt, just get an & Other Stories dress.
This pretty maxi skirt will earn you all the compliments.
These are the perfect simple shorts to wear with a crop top.
This is an excellent use of beads.
If you're going to wear jeans this summer, they should be flare jeans.
Cute summer tops such as this are a must.
A crochet piece you can wear during fall too.
The return of denim miniskirts is upon us.
If subtle crochet is your goal, this one's for you.
This color looks so right year-round.
Next up, 30 pretty swimsuits that are just begging for compliments.
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