I Live in the South, and These Are the 16 Pieces I Wear Most Often

Summers in the South can be brutal. On the hottest days, the only relief is in the form of a dress that allows for some airflow. 

I've never really been the Birkenstock type, but I've found myself embracing them recently. They're easy, comfortable, and look good with more outfits than I would've imagined.

I love all white tees, but I've become partial to ones that are slightly cropped. They look polished, and I appreciate not having to tuck them in.

Jeans are pretty much out of the question when summer is at its hottest, so I have a stack of denim and other casual shorts that get a lot of use.

For much of the year, denim jackets are just the perfect weight for the climate.

Don't ask me why, but since returning to the South, I buy and wear simpler sunglasses than I used to.

I love a mini bag, but I don't feel the need to worry about my bag being too big anymore, so I've stocked up on a few totes. I've definitely gotten my money's worth.

I have a lot of appreciation for my white sneakers. I wear them year-round and with everything. How many shoe styles can you say that about?

Since the AC is often blasting, I won't go anywhere without a light blazer or jacket in the summer.

For some reason, I find that I wear more jewelry in the South, but much of it is simple enough to wear with casual outfits.

Sorry to state the obvious, but leggings are something that I wear multiple times a week.

They're a splurge, but I wear my Gucci loafers more than any pair of shoes in my closet, hands down.