A new season calls for some cool new outfits, and with summer just around the corner—now’s the perfect time to start prepping your warm-weather wardrobe. Today we’re sharing some trendy summer outfit ideas to get your sartorial juices flowing—and because we’re all too aware that stocking up on new-season pieces can get pricey—we’re breaking down a perfect summer outfit for every budget. Whether you’re looking to spend $50 or $500, we promise you can look chic and on-trend no matter how much your funds allow.
Included in the mix are simple summer outfits that are perfect for lazy weekend afternoons, looks that will take you from desk-to-drinks in style, chic pieces for relaxing summer vacations, and cool outfits for al fresco brunches. (Basically everything we love about summer!) Scroll below for six glorious summer outfits you’ll want to scoop up right now.
$50 Outfit: Summer Dress + Sandals
Nothing is easier and more effortless than a breezy floral-print mini dress paired with versatile flats.
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Great for day and night.
Consider leopard print your new neutral.
$100: Summer top + White Pants + Sandals
Nothing says summer quite like crisp and fresh summer whites. Play with textures like linen and opt for a spectrum of hues from ecru to cream.
We're already planning all the ways we can wear this top for summer.
The only lightweight pants you'll want to slip on when the temps start to rise.
These look way more expensive than they actually are.
$200 Outfit: Midi Skirt + Tank Top + Sandals
For the perfect day-to-night outfit opt for a trendy neon midi skirt paired with summer's must-have basic—a white cropped tank top. Finish the look with neutral strappy sandals to take you from dawn to dusk in style.
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Fashion-girl approved.
The staple you'll be wearing all summer.
Ultra versatile (and walkable!).
$300 Outfit: Jumpsuit + Sandals + Accessories
From brunches to bridal showers, a stylish and sunny jumpsuit will be your outfit saver this summer. Layer on the accessories to complete your look.
This will get you through every event on your calendar.
Shell jewelry is trending hard for the warm-weather season.
These are selling like hot cakes on Who What Wear this month.
You can never have too many layered pendant necklaces.
$400 Outfit: Midi Skirt + Sneakers + Top + Accessories
For lazy summer days lounging in the backyard with friends and fun city getaways, this will be your go-to outfit you'll be reaching for again and again. Talk about $400 well spent!
Your warm-weather wardrobe called and says it needs a silk daisy skirt.
Comfortable kicks for all your summer travels.
A versatile top you can wear from day to night.
Finish your look with cool-girl hoops.
Don't forget statement shades for an Insta-worthy pic.
$500 Outfit: Fancy Summer Frock
For that special summer occasion. A statement print dress guaranteed to turn heads.
Cool girls are obsessed with this brand right now.
Okay, so these just take you over $500, but they look so chic for their price tag.
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