If Simple Elegance Is Your Vibe Right Now, You'll Probably Want to Try These 7 Chic Outfits
When it comes to summer, easy yet chic outfit combos you can rely on are key. Scroll on to see my pick of the best simple looks to copy.


Chloe Gallacher
Simplicity is my middle name when it comes to summer dressing. Once the temperature hit over 30°, 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 temperatures.
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 favourite 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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7 Simple Outfits That Are Still Elegant and Chic:
1. Black Linen Dress + Ballet Flats
Style Notes: 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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2. Bermuda Shorts + White Top + Thong Heeled Sandals
Style Notes: Bermuda shorts have been trending for a few summers now, proving they are actually pretty timeless. Style a chic black pair with a simple white top and thong kitten-heel sandals for a simple yet elevated look.
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3. Polka-Dot Slip Skirt + White Vest + Blazer
Style Notes: 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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4. White Linen Trousers + White T-Shirt + Raffia Bag
Style Notes: A white tee and white linen trousers 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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5. Black Strappy Top + White Trousers + Black Sandals
Style Notes: 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. There's just something so stylish about a monochrome outfit.
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6. Cream Satin Skirt + Knit Vest Top + Flip Flops
Style Notes: A cream 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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7. White Shirt + Black Capri-Pants + Heeled Sandals
Style Notes: 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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Judith Jones is the associate shopping director atBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.
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