After a long awaited year of on and off lockdowns, I’m sure we are all very excited for the idea of going out this summer! So, don't leave it too long to start planning your outfits.
The great thing about all of these pieces is that they can be mixed and matched and dressed up or down, to ensure you aren’t wearing the same outfit over and over. Here are some of the wardrobe staples you will need for going out this summer!
White Mini Dress
Your first summer wardrobe staple is a white mini dress. Every woman should have a white mini dress in the wardrobe for summer, as it is ideal for a bottomless brunch with the girls, a fancy evening meal or a day out somewhere fun. Buy a good quality, lined white dress and you will find yourself wearing it year after year.
The reason this dress is so diverse is because you can dress it up or down so easily. For something really casual, pair with some white trainers and a cute backpack. If you’re wanting a smart casual look, brown sandals and a matching cross body bag will look nice and summery. To make the dress look dressy, go with bright coloured heels and a colour coordinated bag. Don’t forget your bright coloured lipstick!
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Brown Heeled Sandals
Brown heeled sandals are the perfect shoe to take your outfit from daytime to nighttime. If you are wearing flat sandals or trainers, the chances are that your outfit will still look amazing with a pair of brown heeled sandals. It can make it look much dressier!
It is likely that you will find yourself needing to make a quick change after deciding to go out last minute, so this is a great shoe to have on hand. The perfect outfit for outdoor summer drinks would be a pair of straight leg brown trousers, a white bodysuit and your brown heeled sandals.
Straight Leg Jeans
Say goodbye to skinny jeans and hello to straight leg jeans. In 2020 and 2021, skinny jeans seem to have taken a back seat as straight leg jeans have become extremely popular and on-trend. This cut is great as it elongates the appearance of your legs and suits pretty much any style of footwear.
Having a good pair of straight leg jeans in your wardrobe will make choosing your outfit much easier. A really popular look amongst celebrities has been light wash straight leg jeans with low heel strappy heels. Pair this with a white crochet crop top for an effortlessly stylish look, or a loose fitting blouse for drinks on a slightly cooler evening.
White Shirt
Another must in your summer wardrobe is a loose fitting white shirt. We could go on for hours talking about all the ways to style a white shirt, however here are a few of our favourites.
Firstly, you could wear the shirt over the top of your white mini dress to add a great layering effect, as well as keeping yourself warm. Put the shirt on and then tie the two loose ends together around the waist. This will add another dimension to your outfit and make it more casual.
You could also pair your white shirt with your wide straight leg jeans. Wear a colourful cami top with the jeans and then leave your white shirt unbuttoned over the top. This will allow the colour to shine through but is great for cooler days.
Finally, you could wear the shirt buttoned up and untucked with ripped jeans, a large tote bag and colourful heels. This is a classic look that will turn heads for all the right reasons. This is also a great transitional outfit for day to night.
A Bright Blazer
Having a lightweight jacket option during the summer is essential, which is where a bright coloured blazer comes in. A coral or baby pink colour will look amazing and these colours are diverse enough to go with lots of different outfits. Again, these will go amazingly with your white mini dress, straight leg jeans and white shirt. See, it’s so easy to invest in items that can easily be worn over and over but will look completely different!
If you know you have a special dinner coming up, buy a co-ord with matching shorts and blazer. This can easily be accessorised with statement jewellery and worn with a simple white bodysuit. You can then wear the items together or separately and look amazing. You will soon find these items become a staple in your summer wardrobe! Womens boutique clothing stores always offer some stunning blazer co-ords, so that’s the best place to start.
Shirt Dress
Last but not least, we have the shirt dress. The great thing about shirt dresses is that they can be altered to suit any body shape. For example, if you want to draw attention to your waist, wear a belt around the middle and it will completely transform the look.
You can wear the shirt dress on its own, over jeans, tucked into a skirt or wear it unbuttoned as a long, lightweight jacket. In terms of footwear, chunky boots look great on summer evenings. Or, white trainers create a cool and easy going look. The best tip here is to go for a simple block colour and then dress it up with your accessories.
Final Thoughts
Whether you want to invest in lots of new clothes, or just a couple of new pieces, your wardrobe will be completely transformed with these pieces. Rather than just buying with current trends in mind, try to invest in great quality pieces you know that you will be wearing year after year.
As you can see, all of these items can be worn in so many different ways. You might be wearing the same pieces, but changing one accessory or layer will make the whole outfit look completely different. Prepare to turn heads for all the right reasons this summer!
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