Simplicity is my middle name when it comes to summer dressing. Once the temps hit over 75°F, I'm all about leaning into clean and elevated outfits that are easy to assemble yet still look polished and put-together. This is not always an easy feat in sweltering temps. To get inspired, I've been scouring Instagram for a whole host of summer outfit ideas that are easy, elevated, and anything but boring. Below, I'm sharing some of my favorite looks of summer so far. From slip-skirt outfits to sleek linen dresses, these ensembles ooze a relaxed and easy refinement that I can't wait to re-create myself this sunny season.
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A chic black linen dress will work for day or night. Style it with elegant ballet flats and finish the look by tying a silk scarf around your waist for a trend-forward touch.
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Bermuda shorts are trending for summer. Style a chic black pair with a simple white halterneck top and thong kitten-heel sandals for a simple yet elevated look.
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Black-and-white polka dots are the perfect print to incorporate into an elegant summer look. Style a polka-dot skirt with a white tank and finish with thong sandals and a blazer for breezy summer nights.
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A white tee and white linen pants are summer staples I can't live without. Give the duo a fashion-forward touch and style them with buttery beige accessories—a pair of chic flats, a satin scarf worn as a belt, and a raffia bag to finish the look. So chic.
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A simple black top and white trousers are an easy no-think outfit option for day or night. Style with sleek sandals and black accessories.
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An ivory satin skirt always looks so elegant. Give it a casual spin with a linen-knit tank top and a trend-forward long pendant necklace. Clear jelly flip-flops will add the coolest finishing touch.
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When you don't have time to think, chic black capri pants paired with an oversize button-down always works. Add sleek black heels to pull the look together.
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