8 Go-To Summer Pieces

It is finally feeling like Summer after months of cloudy, rainy, cold weather! Now that it is finally nice out, it is time to start thinking about what to wear this Summer! I have collected 8 super easy pieces that are a must have for this season. All of these pieces can be styled in a million different ways, and will make getting dressed so easy! This can be a partial capsule wardrobe for you and you can make outfits with just the pieces here, or you can incorporate one piece in an outfit everyday!

1. Chic Sunglasses

Sunglasses are a great accessory for every season but especially Summer. There is nothing worse than having to squint in the sun, so find a cute and fun pair of sunglasses to wear! Sunglasses look good with literally everything, and they are so easy to throw on, or throw in your purse for later! Sunglasses come in so many different colors, shapes, and sizes so they are a great way to accessorize an outfit. Buy sunglasses that make you feel cool and comfortable and you can never go wrong! The perfect summer accessory for any occasion, weather, and outfit!

2. Denim Shorts

Finding a good pair of denim shorts is so important for those days when it's just too hot for jeans. Jean shorts can be worn to the pool, out to lunch or dinner, and to run errands! So many different outfits can be made with denim shorts. You can also get denim shorts in any color- black, blue, white, etc. When finding denim shorts, it is important to focus on a pair that is comfortable, doesn't ride up, and is long enough that when you sit your cheeks don't fall out! Denim shorts look great with sneakers, sandals, mules, loafers- pretty much anything!

3. Simple Tank

When putting together outfits for Summer, I try to really focus on simple and comfortable items. A simple tank is not only cute, but appropriate for so many different things. You can throw a simple tank on over a bathing suit for the pool, with denim shorts to go out, or under a blazer or lightweight sweater with a skirt for work. When it comes to tank tops, I usually think the simpler the better because you can wear it for so much more. I am all about versatility and this tank is super versatile! Also, tanks are perfect for the summer because of the heat!

4. Comfy Sandals

Sandals are in style every year, but different styles make their mark. This year, the look of a flat, casual, and almost pool looking shoe are in style. I think these platform black sandals are super cute because of the braided detail, and don't look like you are on the way to the beach. These can be dressed up with a lightweight dress or dressed down with denim shorts and a tank. Not only are these cute, but they are also comfortable and easy to slip on and off! The braided detail and slight platform make these look a lot more expensive than they are!

5. A Lightweight Dress

You can never go wrong with a lightweight dress in the Summer! Theres tons of different styles, shapes, and colors out there for dresses, but I am personally loving t-shirt dresses and simple tank dresses. I think casual dresses are super fun because you can dress them up or down! I would wear a lightweight dress with sneakers and a jean jacket for a super easy daytime outfit. I would also style a lightweight dress with a wedge sandal and a lightweight cardigan for a nicer night time outfit. Fun, super easy, and stylish for this season!

6. Light Sweater

I know what you're thinking- a sweater in the Summer? But this piece is perfect for buildings and restaurants that blast air conditioning and make you freezing ( I am always cold), or for when the sun goes down at night and it feels a little crisp out. The key to a Summer light sweater is to stay away from materials that are super heavy- like wool. Find lightweight sweaters made from cotton, or even cashmere is lightweight! A cute cardigan can be thrown over anything and can look a little cuter than a jacket sometimes. A lightweight sweater is sleek and works for any event- running errands, a night time bonfire, or even a date night or work meeting!

7. Sneakers

I like to think that sneakers are relevant and appropriate for anything. Sneakers are super comfortable and dress any outfit down. I love a crisp white sneaker because it looks clean, stylish, and charming. Sneakers in the summer look great with jean shorts, flowy skirts, lightweight dresses, and fun rompers! A white sneaker is the perfect way to make an outfit not look too dressy. Sneakers are a perfect Summer shoe too because they are not too heavy, but are durable and won't make your feet sweat like some sandals or a heavy boot would! So easy to style and so comfortable and cute!

8. Easy Bodysuit

If you can't already tell, I am very into bodysuits lately. I just think they are so easy and look better than a tank tucked in! The beauty of a bodysuit is it will stay tucked, and there is no bulk from excess material at the bottom when you tuck! Bodysuits can be worn for anything- work, date nights, errands- you name it. A fun bodysuit for the summer might be a color or have a fun neckline. I tend to stick with simple bodysuits because I like to rewear and layer them with things! Throw on a bodysuit with shorts- cute outfit to hang out with friends! Layer a bodysuit under a light cardigan and some straight leg jeans and you have the perfect outfit for dinner. Put a blazer over a simple black bodysuit and you have a work appropriate outfit! The possibilities are endless!