Summertime Capsule Wardrobe Update Inspiration

Summertime Capsule Wardrobe Update Inspiration

It is officially that time of year - time to put away the dark and heavy clothes from the cooler months and pull out the lighter, brighter fabrics of summer. Whenever I pull out my clothes from previous years, I like to give them a once over, donating anything I no longer have an interest in wearing and replacing any holes the donation pile left with updated items. I am definitely not one for "fast fashions" but I do like to look put together with a combination of colors, patterns and fabrics that make my wardrobe uniquely mine.

This year, I took to Amazon to see what styles I want to add to my capsule wardrobe that would add flare not only for this summer, but several summers to come.

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Dresses

The basic piece to my daily "uniform" is always some kind of dress. I like ones with a flare to the skirt and that don't cling to my stomach in the event of endo-belly. I am also a sucker for color, especially as the temps heat up, so I do like to include one or two items with a pop of color.

1. YATHON Casual Dresses for Women Sleeveless Cotton Summer Beach Dress A Line Spaghetti Strap Sundresses with Pockets
2. Exlura Women's Lantern Sleeve Tie Back Dress Ruffled Off Shoulder A-Line Vintage Mini Dress
3. DB MOON Women Summer Casual Short Sleeve Dresses Empire Waist Dress with Pockets
4. Tie Dye Sexy Dress Flowy - Floral Long Sleeve Wrap V Neck Pleats Dress Layer Mini Dresses with Belt Party Clubwear

1. YESNO Women Casual Loose Bohemian Short Sleeve Floral Dress with Pockets Long Maxi Summer Beach Swing Dress EJF
2. Herou Women Summer Casual Scoop Neck Sleeveless A-Line Sun Dresses
3. Chase Secret Women’s V Neck Spaghetti Shoulder Strap Sleeveless Mini Dress
4. PRETTYGARDEN Women's Sexy Deep V Neck Short Sleeve Striped Wrap Ruffle Hem Pleated Mini Dress

Cardigans

Even though the outside temps in my city can reach triple digits with high humidity during the peak summer months, I always have a cardigan paired with my outfit of the day because the AC in stores can get quite chilly when I am running errands! Instead of the thick sweaters I wear in the winter, I opt for lighter weights and more crocheted styles.

1. MEROKEETY Women's Long Sleeve Soft Chunky Knit Sweater Open Front Cardigan Outwear with Pockets
2. Ermonn Women's Crochet Cardigan Sweater Kimonos Boho Solid Color Oversized Summer Open Front Outwear
3. GRACE KARIN Women Open Front Cardigan Sweaters Pockets Long Sleeve Shrugs

Under Layers

You might not think that summer is the time for leggings or a camisole or tank top under dresses, but these are items I am never without and replace most often. By wearing something light under my dresses, I keep any sweaty skin from having direct contact with the rest of my outfit (which adds longevity to my dresses). Additionally, I wear some sort of legging or bike shorts under all my dresses, regardless of length, to prevent potential Marilyn moments. It only takes one gust of wind to make you accidentally show your undies to the world, so I try to avoid such accidents. (Also, if you are blursed with thick thighs like me, leggings can help any chaffing from summer heat mixed with walking friction.)

1. XSRYT Women Casual Short Sleeve Deep V Neck Cropped Top Cross Wrap Slim High Waist T Shirt
2. TNNZEET Buttery Soft Printed Capri Leggings for Women, High Waisted Women's Yoga Workout Athletic Pants
3. Air Curvey Stretch Tank Tops for Women Undershirt Tank Slim-Fit 2-4 Pack
4. hanky panky, Signature Lace Classic Camisole

Any of these styles finding their way into your summer wardrobe this year?

Until next time, my lovelies!

-M

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