No Seriously, These 7 Elevated Summer Pieces Always Get Me Compliments

It's that time of year when the weather really starts to warm up. There's something about planning outfits for a new season that gives me a stylish satisfaction. Looking ahead, I am 100% going to be reaching for a set of key summer pieces that I know will always get me compliments. It makes getting dressed so much easier when I know a much-welcomed confidence boost is in my future.
In fact, there are seven elevated pieces in particular that I swear by for summer that usually lead to a compliment or two. From smocked dresses and mesh flats to woven bags, full white skirts, and more, the styling options are endless. Below, I break down every piece along with my top picks for each along with some visual outfit inspiration to boot. I highly recommend perusing the selection to find your favorites for the season and just wait for the compliments to start rolling in.
Smocked Dresses
Smocked dresses have a romantic feel that I just can't get enough of. They are super easy to dress up or down without sacrificing looking elevated.
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Mesh Flats
The mesh-flat trend is still going strong, and there are now more options than ever. Go for a bold embellished or espadrille pair or keep it classic with a ballet flat.
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Shell Necklaces
It's no secret that fashion people are absolutely loving the Juju Vera Petra necklace, which naturally extends into a love for shell necklaces in general this season.
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Linen Pants
It's officially linen-pant season, and the options are endless when it comes to colors and styles. Pair with everything from sandals to mesh flats to sneakers.
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Full White Skirts
This versatile white skirt can be styled with everything from basic tanks and tees to lightweight sweaters or boatneck tops. No matter what, it looks put-together.
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Woven Bags
Woven bags are having a major moment, and the current selection is superb. I'm especially fond of brown, cream, black, and red options.
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Kitten-Heel Mule Sandals
Sex and the City's Carrie comes to mind every time I see this chic sandal style. The kitten-heel mule is comfortable yet stylish and complements any outfit.
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Jennifer Camp Forbes is a senior shopping editor atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing , where she has worked in a variety of capacities including creative director and various editor roles. She’s a well-known shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on Wholesale Replica Bag trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups. Jennifer's lifelong interest in fashion led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion.
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