Here's What to Wear in 70-Degree Weather
No matter how much we know about fashion, many of us are still left wondering what to wear in 70-degree weather. Fortunately, fashion people offer fresh outfit ideas. Rather than pulling out the same linen dresses and eyelet tops they've been wearing forever, It girls opt for richer textures, bolder colors, and more put-together ensembles, taking some of the tenets of timeless fashion and tweaking them for changing weather.
For those of you who live in California or another region where temperatures tend to stay pretty consistent year-round, consider this an all-season guide. Below, see 10 outfit ideas to try now, and shop everything from cropped denim to pretty tops to wear now and layer later.
Midi Dress + Kitten Heels
A long, flowy dress is the perfect piece to pair with kitten heels.
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Duster Jacket + T-Shirt + Miniskirt + Ankle Boots
Find a coat with a striking print like this one and you'll have a ready-made outfit.
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Wide-Leg Pants + Cropped Tank + Blazer + Pumps
You can never go wrong with lightweight tailored pieces in breathable fabrics like linen.
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Printed Top + Jeans
A master class in pulling off low-waisted jeans with plenty of attention to detail.
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Shacket + Tee + Leather Shorts
Style your favorite shacket open over a T-shirt and leather shorts.
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Denim Skirt + Sweater + Flats
An eye-catching sweater and a miniskirt make for an unbeatable combo.
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Printed Pants + Jacket + Tank + Ankle Boots
Simple tanks are having a moment again, and we love this take.
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Minidress + Chain Jewelry + Heels
Look for a minidress with long sleeves.
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Blazer Dress + Heels
You can't go wrong with a blazer dress, especially when paired with trendy chain heels.
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Knits + Kitten-Heel Pumps
Pair easy knits with fun pumps.
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This story was originally published at an earlier date and has been recently updated.
Kristen Nichols is the Associate Director, Special Projects at Who What Wear where she oversees luxury, runway content, and wedding features, and covers fashion within the luxury market, runway reporting, shopping features, trends, and interviews with leading industry experts. Kristen has worked with brands including Prada, Chanel, and Tiffany & Co., and her style has been featured in publications including Vogue.com, Vogue France, WWD, and the CFDA. Kristen began her career at Rodarte, where she worked on styling, photo shoots, and runway shows, and at Allure, where she moved into print and digital editorial. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she studied art history and business, and currently lives in New York.
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