Hello and happy summer! In today’s blog post I want to focus on my top 4 staples for a hot summer. The idea for this post came about as I was sitting in my car waiting for my car to cool down and I just thought to myself, what clothes do I wear to keep from melting in this heat?! This past week the temps have risen above 100F and there have been items of clothing I have consistently been reaching for. Like I have said in previous posts, wearing breathable fabric like cotton, linen, and chambray is best. Basically, all my outfits consist of these fabrics on an everyday basis.
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So, what are these go-to summer staples?
I have been reaching for these following summer staples: muscle tank top, graphic tee, black mom shorts, and midi skirts. I know these items are a way more casual especially for those who must go into the office again. However, I have been working from home full time now and I don’t think I’ll be going back to the office any time soon. I feel like many of us are in the boat or have found themselves spending a lot of time at home regardless of work. I want to be able to get dressed each morning, feel comfortable, and not still be in my PJs. There are also times where I run errands during the day etc. and it’s been a scorcher! So, in a nutshell that’s why these have been my go-to pieces.
If you are in the same boat, this is a great post for you! So, let’s jump in:)
Muscle Tank Tops// The first staple for a hot summer would be the muscle tank top. I absolutely love this tank top! It’s so versatile and I love pairing these with my high waisted shorts, mom jeans, skirts, basically any bottom. I originally ordered my first muscle tee from Nasty Gal at the beginning of the spring season, but the quality wasn’t that great. So, Zara recently released their version of this tee and OMG its perfect! Perfect fit, quality (it’s cotton!), and price point. Here’s the link to the Zara Muscle Tee!
Graphic tees// This is where you can let your personality shine! I love finding different graphic tees that speak to me whether that’s a cool band tee or a SATC quote from Carrie Bradshaw. It’s so fun to dress graphic tees up or easily dress them down. They pull together an outfit seamlessly and are a great staple for a hot summer!
Black Mom Jean Shorts// The ones that I have are literally falling apart and I don’t feel comfortable in them any longer. I recently got a pair of black mom shorts from Zara and they fit like a dream! They fit my butt and my waist which is rare! I like to have a pair of black and/or white shorts because it hides sweat very easily. I have been reaching for these shorts so much because of the comfort and they look great in 100F. Here is the link to the Zara Mom Shorts! I will also have more alternatives linked below.
Midi Skirts// The last staple for a hot summer is Midi skirts! I’ve been loving this style of skirt since last summer. Honestly, this is a staple you can wear year-round but are amazing in the summer. I love the A-line styles like the one I am wearing in these pictures. They are so flattering! They come close to the body and then flare out right at the knees. It just gives a fun dynamic to the look and shape of the skirt. I will be pairing this with everything! But for a few examples, graphic T’s, bodysuits, and crop tops just to name a few.
Outfit Details
Top Zara Muscle Tank
Skirt Theory (old)
Boots Zara (sold out)
Bag Zara crossbody bag (sold out)
