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12 Style Essentials To Complete Your Summer Capsule Wardrobe

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Capsule wardrobe items should be versatile and classic. After all, their goal is to make getting dressed a breeze and, during the summer months, help you stay cool from a temperature and style standpoint. A well-chosen summer wardrobe features the kind of reliable clothing and accessories you won’t mind wearing over and over.

While holidays or destination weddings require special attention and outfit planning, the rest of your summer wardrobe should be as carefree as the season itself. For wearable and, most importantly, re-wearable style, consider taking stock of what you already have (which will reveal any gaps) and curate a selection of foundational pieces that will make you feel your best. Vogue’s guide to building a summer capsule wardrobe is a good place to start – scroll on for 12 quintessential summer staples.


The summer staples checklist:


The seamless sundresses

For some people, the summer capsule wardrobe begins and ends with an easy day dress. We recommend opting for a loose-fitting style that won’t cling to your body on hot days, made from lightweight materials like cotton-poplin or linen.

Ulla Johnson

Phoebe Cut-Out Cotton-Poplin Midi-Dress

Matteau

Shirred Organic Cotton And Silk-Blend Maxi Dress

La Ligne

Shirred Cotton-Twill Midi-Dress

Esse Studios

Cut-Out Cotton-Poplin Maxi Dress

Breezy shirts

Classic button-up shirts have rightfully earned their spot as a summer capsule wardrobe staple, thanks to their relaxed silhouette, versatility, and effortless appeal. Take your pick from classic white poplin, subtle stripes or a pop of colour – and wear on repeat.

Nili Lotan

Kristen Cotton-Poplin Shirt

Loveshackfancy

Jacque Lace-Trimmed Pleated Shirt

Staple swimsuits

Swimsuit trends come and go, but nothing beats classic swimwear silhouettes; from unfussy one-pieces in flattering colours to simple triangle bikinis free of bells and whistles. This is the kind of swimwear you can wear season after season.

Jade Swim

Via Bikini Top And Bound Bikini Bottoms

Eres

Les Essentiels Larcin Swimsuit

Haight

Gaia Ribbed Underwired Bikini

Solid & Striped

Anne-Marie One-Piece Swimsuit

Faithfull The Brand

Mary And Andez Gathered Bikini

Jade Swim

Glittered Trophy Swimsuit

Long shorts

Let tailored long shorts or jorts – aka jean-shorts – be your wardrobe hack for the office, as an alternative to dresses on warm and humid days. For holidays or more casual moments, pair with a bikini and a tank top.

Citizens of Humanity

Ayla High-Rise Denim Shorts

Agolde

Nolan High-Rise Bermuda Shorts

Totême

Pleated Organic Cotton-Twill Shorts

The Frankie Shop

Xavier Pleated Denim Shorts

The Row

Wool And Silk-Blend Shorts

Summer sandals

With more sandal options on the market than days you can wear them in the season, it can be difficult to know where to start. Remember: the best styles are those you can wear with a variety of outfits, so look for something versatile, comfortable, neutral, or – better yet – all of the above.

The Row

Ginza Leather And Suede Platform Flip Flops

White denim jeans

We are always in favour of wearing a great pair of white jeans during the summer months. You can’t go wrong with any silhouette or shade this season, from wide-leg to slim-fit in white, ivory or cream washes.

WANDLER

Poppy High-Rise Straight Leg Jeans

Citizens of Humanity

Brynn High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans

Tibi

Murray High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans

Citizens of Humanity

Annina Wide-Leg Organic-Denim Jeans

Bags for the beach and beyond

Spontaneous summer days call for a bag that can keep up with any kind of plan. Keep a lookout for something you can carry from work to drinks, or from planes to the poolside, like a straw basket tote or woven carryall.

Loewe Paula’s Ibiza

Leather-Trimmed Raffia Bucket Bag

Saint Laurent

Pre-Loved Panier Leather Trimmed Raffia Bag Bucket Tote

LOEFFLER RANDALL

Ruffled Crochet Raffia Tote Bag

Hot-weather tops

Be it airy blouses or vests, consider keeping a rotation of sleeveless tops to mix and match with the rest of your summer separates.

KHAITE

The Piet Ruffled Silk Top

Paloma Wool

Susan Sheer Asymmetric Top

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Tailored Strappy Waistcoat

Lightweight pants

For those seeking a minimalist summer aesthetic, a pair of soft trousers in lightweight colours and fabrics, will do just the trick (think: Succession’s Naomi Pierce). Wear to the office with a collared shirt, with a ribbed tank on the weekends, or pair with a swimsuit on beach days.

Citizens of Humanity

Marcelle Low-Slung Easy Cargo Pants

COS

Drawstring Linen Trousers

Massimo Dutti

Linen Double Darted Trousers

Our Legacy

Alloy Shell Wide-Leg Cargo Pants

Cinq A Sept

Becca Pleat-Detail Pinstripe Trousers

Deiji Studios

Ease Checked Cotton-Poplin Pants

Shady sun hats

A raffia hat can elevate any vacation or beachy look, while styles made from cotton will keep you cool in the heat.

Jacquemus

Le Bob Gadjo Canvas Bucket Hat

Simple tanks

Never underestimate the quiet power of a humble tank top. Whether worn alone, layered atop a bikini or worn beneath a linen shirt, this is a staple that’ll see you through this summer and beyond.

James Perse

Daily Ribbed Stretch-Cotton Tank

Stylish sunglasses

A good pair of sunglasses is the finishing touch to any daytime look – and, of course, a practical accessory to keep handy in the summer months.

LOEWE

Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses

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Frameless Rectangular Sunglasses

Ray-Ban

Wayfarer Polarised Sunglasses

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