How to Stay Cool This Summer for Every Occasion

Written By Scott Brooks

How to Stay Cool This Summer for Every Occasion

When the temps start rising use it as inspiration to freshen up your wardrobe. Dressing in the summertime is all about having fun and trying new and flirty styles. I’ve gathered 5 easy outfit formulas for every occasion. From brunch with friends to summer date night in style -- here are summer outfit ideas you’re going to want to add to cart ASAP! 

Picnic in the Park:

Summer Mini Dress + Low Rise White Sneakers + Gold JewelryFor all summer outdoor activities, the key is both comfort and style, especially in New York City. Whether it’s a long walk, picnic in Central Park, or just hanging outside, low rise white sneakers and a flirty mini dress feels comfy, casual, and ultra-cute. Gold jewelry like layered necklaces or hoops plays up the fun and flirty element of the floral mini dress. 

Wedding Guest:

Tiered Midi Dress + Strappy Sandals + Modern Pearl EarringsConsider this your go-to outfit formula for any fancy occasion you’re invited to this summer: from rooftop wedding outings to adventures in the city streets. A tiered floral midi dress and pearl hoops hit both the right amount of dressy and summer appropriate. Pair it with a neutral pair of strappy sandals -- preferably something with a block heel so you can stay on the dance floor all night long!  

Summer Date Night:

Floral Maxi Dress + Woven Wedges + Minimal Leather ClutchThe natural material of woven wedges plays up the tropical florals of this maxi dress and it even brings a tropical feel to the city! The ruffles and off-the-shoulder silhouette are perfect for a romantic date night out. With such a bold print and playful shoes, pair with a minimal leather clutch to make the outfit feel like the perfect combination of tropical flirty and modern upscale.  

Running Errands:

Paper Bag Shorts + Tank Top + Slide SandalsFor an upgraded version to your denim cut-offs and sandals, turn to these cute paper bag shorts and slide sandals. The waist detail, pleats, and tie are a welcome upgrade to your regular white shorts for summer, and honestly way more comfortable in that city heat. White on white outfits feels instantly chic. This is an easy throw-on outfit that feels put together, yet still provides comfort for running around on hot days.  

Brunch with Friends:

Denim Mini Skirt + Off the Shoulder Top + Woven BagAn eyelet top, woven bag, and denim is the perfect mix of textures for the epitome of summer cool. This easy outfit is perfect for many occasions but especially for brunch on the weekends with girlfriends. The off-the-shoulder style of the top feels playful and flirty for summer which works perfectly with the casual-cool of the denim mini skirt and woven cross-body bag. Hopefully, this gave you plenty of summer outfit ideas to take into the next few months! Whether you’re tackling your closet with new styling ideas or you’re looking to shop, these are easy summer outfit ideas to follow all summer long to keep cool and look cool. Thank you so much for reading! Don’t forget to subscribe to our email list to stay updated on all the things TAWK offers! I promise you won’t be disappointed. Let us know what you think! Your feedback is so important to us!*all photos courtesy of unsplash or pexels. 

Scott Brooks

Born and raised in a small town in Massachusetts, Scott has lived in New York City for more than twenty years. A degree in theater led down many paths from a gig as a top 40 DJ, to film and television production. He also managed to write several plays and get some of those on stage. He has had a handful of screenplays optioned or produced along the way as well. Most recently, Reality Sets In – a comedy web series about being newly single in the city. His proclivity for the arts led to a slew of survival jobs from tour guide to the inevitable years in hospitality where he prefers to bartend in fancy restaurants and five-star hotels, if he must do it at all. His first novel, based on his experiences at the intersection of hospitality and show business, And There We Were and Here We Are is available on Amazon Kindle and in paperback. He also just finished the travel tip book; 50 Things to Know Before You Go to the Theatre in NYC, which is also available on Amazon. He is an avid reader and proud father.

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