Everyone has a season they love to dress for. For me, it's summer. I love the freedom summer gives you to play with colors and silhouettes. You're not forced to hide all of your pretty dresses under a coat, and I have a thing for great sandals, so needless to say, summer wins when it comes to my favorite season to dress for. This summer, New Yorkers are taking dressing for the heat up a notch. I've seen so much outfit inspiration every time I walk out the door that I knew I had to create an outfit guide of the chic and elevated looks I've seen stylish New Yorkers wear on repeat. I found looks you can wear from work to happy hour, on a first date, on nights out, or at events.
Keep scrolling to see which five outfit formulas have an absolute choke hold on me for summer 2023.
1. Tank Top + Midi Skirt + Chic Sunnies
New York City women everywhere have embraced skirts with longer hemlines for summer 2023. I remember when it was all about the miniskirt, but this season we're opting for longer lengths and pairing them with the perfect tank top. I love how the look above was accessorized; the pearls and heeled mules are perfection.
2. Ruffle Dress + Moto Jacket
It's rare to need a jacket in the summer, but there is something about the juxtaposition of a romantic dress with ruffles paired with a moto jacket that feels so cool and fashionable. I'd wear this look to dinner or a night out.
3. LBD + Sandals + Sunnies
This is my go-to look for super hot days in New York City. A little black dress never fails me, and when it's 90°F and humid, I'm going to opt for whichever option has as little fabric as possible. Add your favorite sunglasses and a heeled sandal, and you'll look chic no matter where you're going.
4. White Outfit + Black Accessories
This is the summer of white outfits with black accessories. It falls perfectly into the quiet-luxury trend and feels so Parisian and elevated. Whether a dress or pants and a tank, this all-white vibe topped off with black accessories is so good.
5. Midi Dresses + Ballet Flats
If you're looking for an outfit to carry you from the office to drinks, this is the one. A good midi dress is an ultimate basic, and styling it with ballet flats feels so pretty and on trend. I'm copying this look from our editor Anna above ASAP.
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