a striped tee and shorts
Universal Standard Joni High Rise Curve Slim Leg Shorts
Who doesn't love a striped shirt? That's a rhetorical question, obviously. Pair with long shorts and some cream slides for the perfect casual-yet-polished outfit recipe.
a sporty look
Nike Sportswear Circa 72 Women's High-Rise Fleece Shorts
A blue Nike set with logos on the sleeves and bottoms is easy to throw on with a pair of, you guessed it, Nike sneaks. These terrycloth shorts will be so comfy, too. Just sayin'.
a vacation tee
Madewell x Made Some Souvenirs Tulum Tourist Tee
Made Some Souvenirs designs cool, touristy T-shirts, each one embroidered with the name of a dreamy location. Pair this "Tulum" tee with white jeans and sandals for a beachy summer vibe.
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a tee and skirt combo
PRETTYGARDEN A-Line Maxi Skirt
A simple white T-shirt is a summer staple, but when paired with a tiered floral midi skirt, it's oh-so chic. Wear this stunning getup with white sneakers or woven sandals, and you’ve got a summer-ready ‘fit.
a short and sandal look
ASOS Curve Chino Shorts
Pleats are here to stay! These pleated shorts will feel extra breezy in hot temps. Wear them with a hard-to-miss orange top and platform slides to run errands or walk the dog in style.
a beachy romper
MIKOH Mekia Romper
Wear this over a bathing suit or a bra top—it works either way! Accessorize with a cute straw bag, flat sandals, and hoop earrings to pull it all together.
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a printed maxi
Abacaxi Tiered Tie Strap Maxi Dress
This sweet cotton dress has so many lovely hues in it, and it also ties in the back and has ruffled straps. Extra flirty details! Slip on some coordinating flip-flops, sandals, or sneakers for a casual but colorful look.
a pair of overalls
Levi's Vintage Shortalls
You can't go wrong with overalls for a cute but low-key outfit! This Levi's pair is designed for a loose fit, and it looks great with two-strap slides and a bikini or a T-shirt underneath.
a mixed print sitch
Lisa Says Gah Alessandra Top, Italian Summer
Lisa Says Gah just dropped a delicious new Italian-inspired print that's going fast. Get in on the summer look with this fun cami, and mix it up with a gingham skirt for some pattern play.
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a matching set
Lemlem Neela Belted Fringed Striped Gauze Shorts
Throw on these cotton blend gauze shorts and the matching top with some sandals for an easy outfit you can wear poolside or just out and about.
a halter tank with wide-leg pants
Victor Glemaud Cut Out Halter Top
A cutout tank top with wide, breezy pants will get you all the compliments without looking or feeling like you tried too hard.
a stretchy tank dress
Good American Good Touch Cut in Tank Midi
Tank tops are basically *the* summer staple, so why not opt for one in dress form? This Good American number will turn heads, but you'll feel so comfortable thanks to the stretch material—and by pairing it with your go-to sneakers, obv.
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an all-white ensemble
Alex Mill June Eyelet Pull On Skirt
Eyelet fabrics just scream summer. Keep things cool with a head-to-toe white look featuring a crisp midi skirt and T-shirt. Add contrast with black sandals and perhaps a colorful bag, et voilà! A casual yet cute 'fit.
a knit tank with jeans
Tach Clothing Loreza Knit Top
A knit top with a slit for added airflow looks so chic with jeans or cutoffs. Slip on some chunky loafers, Converse, or block-heel sandals to keep things casual.
a (sweat)skirt and tank
Daily Paper Granite Green Eskirt
Yes, we all know and love sweatpants, but how about a sweat...skirt? It's the same soft, cozy material you love but in skirt form. That means way more airflow than pants when temps get swelteringly hot! Wear this mint one with a white tank or graphic tee, sneakers, and a baguette bag to ace the athleisure aesthetic.
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a printed midi skirt
Miaou Moni Skirt
Like I said, sometimes a "casual" look is all about the vibe you're giving off—heels can be casual if you say so! But, you can always swap out the footwear with this cool printed midi skirt and corset look for cute yet comfy sneakers, too.
a pink co-ord
Stateside Gauze Top
Coordinating sets, like this gorgeous pink skirt and top, might seem dressy. But they are in fact the easiest things to wear and style, since there's no strategizing or mixing-and-matching necessary! Just slide on some flats, add a statement necklace, and you're set.
a do-it-all dress
Outdoor Voices The Exercise Dress
For a functional but pulled-together outfit, opt for an exercise dress from Outdoor Voices. You can dress these babies up or down by simply swapping out your shoes, and you don't have to worry about a strong breeze giving you a wardrobe malfunction because of the built-in shorts.
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a shorts and clogs duo
Warp + Weft Trouser Short
A neutral outfit from top to bottom like this beige tank, subtly yellow shorts, and tan clogs will make you look instantly stylish with minimal effort. Because that's always the goal, right?
a crop top and shorts
Lulus Stay Easy Green Knit High-Waisted Sweater Shorts
Throw on this bold color for an impossible-to-miss look. If it gets a little chilly at night, toss on a chore jacket.
I'm Cosmopolitan's Associate Fashion Editor and write about any and all trends, major celeb fashion moments, and why wide-leg jeans are basically the best. I originally moved to New York City to audition for RENT, only to find out that the play closed 10 years ago.
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