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10 Summer Outfit Ideas That Will Make Anyone Look Like a Fashion Person

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When it comes to summer dressing, it’s not always the easiest due to the hot weather. Easy, effortless outfits are key in planning what to wear for the season. Once the weather changes, it always leaves me questioning what in my closet needs updating and what trends are worth mixing into my current rotation. When in need of fresh style inspiration, I head straight to Instagram for a dose of stylish outfit ideas. My go-to fashion influencers always serve up inspiring looks that get me excited and laser-focused on what to get when I shop next.

I rounded up some standout ensembles that are spot-on for the summer months. This includes everything from everyday looks with elevated basics like tank tops and jeans to more formal moments with stunning dresses. I also made sure to include of-the-moment pieces like jelly flats, butter-yellow finds, and Bermuda shorts.

Scroll on to peruse and shop 10 summer outfit ideas that will have you looking like a chic fashion person.

Outfit #1

French fashion influencer Salomé Mory walking on a Paris sidewalk at sunset wearing a black cord necklace with a disc pendant, brown slip dress, black Alaia east west shoulder bag, a brown leather jacket in her hand, and clear jelly flats

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Jaxton Faux Leather Jacket

Princess Polly Jaxton Faux Leather Jacket

Such a cool jacket.

Jade Necklace

SHASHI Jade Necklace

Cord necklaces with pendants are trending.

Maxi Slipdress

Kenneth Cole Maxi Slipdress

An affordable option.

AQUA, East West Medium Shoulder Bag - Exclusive

AQUA East West Medium Shoulder Bag

I’m obsessed with all the bags from this collection.

Matteau, Square Slip Dress

Matteau Square Slip Dress

A worthy investment.

Darleene Jelly Slip-On

MIA Darleene Jelly Slip-On

These go with everything.

Outfit #2

NYC style influencer Coco Schiffer poses on a sidewalk wearing black rectangular sunglasses, a white tank top, black minimal shoulder bag, a large black cuff bangle bracelet, yellow sweater tied around the waist, and a black midi skirt.

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Classic Tank

Splendid Classic Tank

A true classic.

MANGO, Shopper-Style Shoulder Bag - Women | Mango Usa

MANGO Shopper-Style Shoulder Bag

This looks designer.

The A&f Madeline Crew Sweater

abercrombie & fitch The A&f Madeline Crew Sweater

Butter-yellow everything.

Banana Republic, Curved Bangle Set of 2 by Aureus + Argent

Banana Republic Curved Bangle Set of 2 by Aureus + Argent

Chunky bangles are about to be everywhere.

Linen Maxi Slip Skirt

Madewell Linen Maxi Slip Skirt

A lovely black skirt.

Outfit #3

British style influencer Monikh Dale poses in her chic London dining room with an abstract white bowl full of oranges on the table wearing a white oversize line button-down shirt, butter-yellow shorts, anklets and black flat flip-flop sandals

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Oxford Shirt

H&M Oxford Shirt

To wear forever.

Gap, 365 High Rise Linen-Blend Shorts

Gap 365 High Rise Linen-Blend Shorts

Did I mention I love butter yellow?

By Adina Eden Tiny Pearl Anklet

By Adina Eden Tiny Pearl Anklet

A dainty treat for your ankle.

Eva Flip Flops

Gap Eva Flip Flops

I could live in these.

Outfit #4

European fashion influencer Sylvie Mus poses on a Paris sidewalk wearing a gray sweater around her shoulders, a white tank top, black belt, dark-wash straight-leg jeans, a brown woven bag, and black square-tow mule heeled sandals

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Ribbed Tank Top

H&M Ribbed Tank Top

Just $10? Yes, please.

Madewell, The Handwoven Mini Tote

Madewell The Handwoven Mini Tote

I have the larger size and love it.

Cashmere Classic-Fit Crewneck Sweater

J.Crew Cashmere Classic-Fit Crewneck Sweater

This whole look!

Classic Belt in Italian Leather

J.Crew Classic Belt in Italian Leather

J.Crew belts are top-notch.

Levi's 501 Jeans

Levi’s 501 Jeans

Levi’s always.

GUESS, Guess Women's Dista Heeled Sandal, Black 002, 9.5

GUESS Dista Heeled Sandal

A fun pair of sandals.

Outfit #5

British style influencer Jessica Skye poses on a flower-lined beach path in Sennen Cove, Cornwall in the UK wearing a cream sweater over the shoulders, a red linen button-down shirt, black bikini top, straw tote bag, and lace-trimmed white cotton shorts.

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Sabine Articulated Shirt

Free People Sabine Articulated Shirt

Red linen shirts keep selling out.

Color Code Triangle Bikini Top

Becca Color Code Triangle Bikini Top

Black bikinis reign supreme.

Lace Cotton Shorts

ZARA HOME Lace Cotton Shorts

Yes times three.

Woven Shopper Bag

ZARA Woven Shopper Bag

The perfect summer companion.

Karuka Eyelet Trim Tank & Shorts Set

Princess Polly Karuka Eyelet Trim Tank & Shorts Set

More great shorts.

Outfit #6

NYC style influencer Christie Tyler standing in a garden while on her phone in Provence, France wearing a polka-dot Oren Silk Dress with neck sacrf

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Oren Silk Dress

Reformation Oren Silk Dress

For an upcoming wedding.

Gloss Scarf Mini Dress

Line & Dot Gloss Scarf Mini Dress

If you prefer a shorter option.

Zw Collection Strapless Polka Dot Dress

ZARA ZW Collection Strapless Polka Dot Dress

Zara knows what’s up.

Giulia Maxi Dress

LPA Giulia Maxi Dress

The ruffles make this a standout.

Off the Shoulder Maxi Dress

ELOQUII Off the Shoulder Maxi Dress

Quick—this is bound to sell out.

Outfit #7

style influencer Mimi Nguyen walks across a New York City street wearing a small straw tote bag with brown leather straps, a fitted white T-shirt, white high-waisted straight-leg jeans, and neutral strappy heeled sandals

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Back Seamed T-Shirt

ZARA Back Seamed T-Shirt

H&M basics are a no-brainer.

Large Straw Shoulder Bag

MANGO Large Straw Shoulder Bag

Chic!

95 Baggy Jeans

Abrand 95 Baggy Jeans

The right amount of relaxed.

Cary Heeled Sandal

Steve Madden Cary Heeled Sandal

I want these in every color.

Le Slim Palazzo Wide Leg Jeans

FRAME Le Slim Palazzo Wide Leg Jeans

Such a great deal.

Outfit #8

style influencer Marina Torres poses in her living room wearing oval optical eyeglasses, an oversize black blazer, a silver statement necklace, a white tank top, high-waisted white Bermuda denim shorts, mini black bag, and black kitten-heel flip-flops

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The Ingrid Classic Fit Blazer

Nordstrom The Ingrid Classic Fit Blazer

A Nordstrom classic.

8 Other Reasons Statement Pebble Necklace in Silver

8 Other Reasons Statement Pebble Necklace in Silver

This necklace is guaranteed to get compliments.

Fitted Rib Scoop Neck Tank

Good American Fitted Rib Scoop Neck Tank

One Nordstrom reviewer shared, “This is the most comfortable tank top I’ve ever worn!”

Rejolly, Small Top-Handle Bag

Rejolly Small Top-Handle Bag

Effortless!

MANGO, High Waist Denim Bermuda Shorts

MANGO High Waist Denim Bermuda Shorts

So many styling possibilities.

Tori Kitten Heel Sandal

Open Edit Tori Kitten Heel Sandal

Fashion people love these heeled flip-flops.

Outfit #9

style influencer Jordan Risa sits on a step on a sidewalk in Cartagena, Colombia with black oval sunglasses, drop pearl earrings, a butter-yellow shoulder bag, white tube top, white linen skirt, and Adidas sneakers

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Outta Love 51mm Oval Sunglasses

Le Specs Outta Love 51mm Oval Sunglasses

WWW readers buy these often.

Ribbed Tube Top

H&M Ribbed Tube Top

This comes in five great colors.

Shashi Giselle Huggies

Shopbop Shashi Giselle Huggies

So luxe-looking.

Barrel Sling Bag

BCBG Barrel Sling Bag

This comes in black as well.

Waist Tie Linen Blend Skirt

Caslon Waist Tie Linen Blend Skirt

It’s officially linen season.

Samba Og Shoes

adidas Samba OG Shoes

Comfy yet cool.

Outfit #10

British style influencer Chloe Butler poses on a London sidewalk wearing sunglasses, a white sleeveless tie-front embroidered eyelet top, black capri pants, a red satin knot bag, and red kitten-heel flip-flop sandals

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& Other Stories, Crochet Vest Top

& Other Stories Crochet Vest Top

Such a standout.

Nla Collection Knot Bag

Nla Collection Knot Bag

This color sold me.

Sarafina Capri Pants

EDIKTED Sarafina Capri Pants

Don’t hesitate to try a chic capri-pant look.

4th & Reckless Laurenne Top

4th & Reckless Laurenne Top

A pretty under-$100 top.

Brissa Kitten Heel Flip Flop

Chinese Laundry Brissa Kitten Heel Flip Flop

More heeled flip-flops.

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