Summer Outfit Formulas To Try

As your personal stylist, I love to give my clients easy outfit formulas that just make sense. I personally prefer basic, easy to wear pieces that pair well together and you can style accordingly! These summer formulas are just that, wearable and fun combinations that I come back to all year long, tweaking along the way.

A few notes: remember to stick to the classics so you can keep it simple! You can build your outfit around one piece (like your shoes) and style the look based off how you’re feeling. Play around with different accessories, textures and pops of color to keep it fresh for the summer!

Before we get into the formulas, let’s dive into some of my favorite things at the moment that are not clothing related… Starting with this hair oil that I use when it’s wet or dry to protect from heat and tame the frizz (use code ALEX15); I also have been loving these eye patches for a little brightening (use code ALEX15); for hair growth, I swear by this LED red light helmet that I’ve been using for about 4 weeks now and am already seeing a little new growth !! (use code ALEXLAMB); this cleanser has been in my rotation and it leaves my skin so fresh and clean feeling; lastly, for an extra bit of nutrition, I add this super greens powder to mine and my kids smoothies, it is so good — my recipe is bananas, strawberries, a scoop of the powder, milk, yogurt, peanut butter and a little water.

Now we can get into the formulas! Just a reminder to use these ideas and apply to what you have in your closet! Don’t have a matching set, go monochromatic! Missing a tailored short, swap for a denim. Use what you have in your closet to create looks that reflect you and your style!

10 outfit formulas to keep you stylish and cool all summer long:

1. T-shirt + tailored shorts + ballet flat + raffia/summer bag + anklet and fun jewelry. These are a great tailored short if you’re in need of one or you can swap for a denim!

2. Tank or tee + linen pant + flat sandal. This is a great linen pant option for a tailored look that you can wear for work or just with a belt. My favorite summer sandal got an upgrade!

3. Midi or long dress + cropped cardigan for your shoulders (or if it’s extra chilly, throw on a bomber) + kitten heel or sandal + beaded bag + chunky jewelry and sunglasses. I love this anklet to pair with my flip flops and summer sandals.

4. Matching set (top + shorts or pants) + flip flops + raffia bag + swim (if needed). That set I just linked is so good, how lucky are we to have found it!! I just love the versatility of a matching set because of all the different combinations you can create plus they’re great to throw on in a pinch.

5. Button down or tank (for a more causal look) + linen pants + slingback + slickback hair and simple jewelry. Thinking this for a summer-ized work look. You can do a heel or a flat and still be professional.

6. Tank or tee + light wash jeans or shorts + flat sandal + scarf around your waist or bag + coordinating bag color to your shoes. You don’t need the scarf around your waist but it does add a fun element to the look! This is a great neutral scarf and I also love this for a pop of color.

7. Halter tank or tee + silk shorts + heeled sandal for a night look or flip flop for more casual + fun jewelry + sunglasses. If you’re not into the shorts with heels look, then you can easily swap for a flat sandal or a longer pant.

8. Bikini + matching set + flip flop + raffia bag + raffia hat + fun accessories. If you’re not heading to the beach you can still wear this look as is! This is my favorite packable hat and this I love for more sun coverage.

9. One piece bathing suit (or bodysuit) + linen pant or shorts + flip flops or sandals + raffia hat, bag and sunglasses. I love this swimsuit for a pool or beach day and also wear it as a bodysuit for a non-water day!

10. Mini dress + flat sandal + sunglasses + coordinating bag. When you’re dressing proportionately in the summer, try pairing similar colored accessories together to bring the look together.

*Bonus casual look:
linen button down + active shorts + flip flop + giant sunglasses + raffia bag. Just for when it’s too hot to think but you still want to look somewhat put together!

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• Tuck In. Even a half-tuck changes the whole shape of an outfit. If something feels off, try tucking your shirt into your bottoms first before changing the piece.

• Pick one statement piece. Whether it’s a pop of color in your clothes or a fun piece of jewelry, style your outfit around that one piece and keep the rest of your look simple. It will look like you know what you’re doing when you styled your look!

• White always works. If you’ve been avoiding white because of stains or dirt, don’t stress! That’s what laundry is for. White is the easiest and my favorite summer neutral that makes everything look more intentional (and tan). Speaking of being tan, this is my favorite self tanner!

Save this post! It’s the one you’ll come back to all season. If you need extra summer inspiration, I also have a rotating list of favorites you can check out here.

Having simple outfit formulas helps you easily put together effortless looks by adding on fun accessories or switching up color combos. By curating a few go-to combinations that align with your lifestyle and personal style, you’ll always look chic! Whether it’s your favorite jean and white tee base outfit or a cool denim on denim look, having an outfit formula to follow takes the guesswork out of getting ready.

Xx
Alex
@alexlambstyle