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Summer Outfits Inspiration: 61 Outfit Ideas To Try Over The Summer And Where To Buy Them

If you need some inspiration for what to wear for your staycation, bank holiday weekends, or last-minute trip abroad, here are 61 summer outfit ideas to get you started

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Booking a last-minute jaunt abroad the minute that green list is announced? Want to nail that staycation you've squeezing into September? Don't know what the heck to wear to either? Don't worry, we've put together no less than 61 summer outfits ideas from the most stylish women on Instagram, and exactly how to steal their looks.

From pairing trainers with summer dresses, to finally trying the head-kerchief look, may summer 2021 (you know, what is left of it anyway) be the chic runway that you wanted it to be before lockdown hit.

1

Big Black Midaxis FTW

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When it comes to dresses, we're all about going big, plus black ones are particularly useful for trans-seasonal dressing.

SHOP BLACK DRESS

2

Bikini Tops As Actual Tops

Super warm? Just wear your bikini top as a regular top (and extra points if it matches your trousers).

SHOP BIKINI TOP

3

Pink Lady

Let's be realistic, it's a British summer so things might get chilly. But don't sacrifice your outfit's cuteness for warmth with a cropped pink jacket.

SHOP PINK JACKET

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4

Shirt And Shorts

This oversized shirt and bike shorts combination is giving us major Princess Diana vibes.

SHOP BIKE SHORTS

5

Paint It Black

Go head-to-toe black for the full beach goth look.

SHOP BLACK LINEN DRESS

6

XL Sleeves Please

Take advantage of your lack of outwear and go extra large with your puff sleeves.

SHOP PUFF SLEEVE TOP

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7

Be Free In A Kaftan

Perfect for lazing by a pool and eating all day in, a throw-on coverup is the way to go.

SHOP KAFTAN

8

Suiting For Summer

Suiting in cotton, linen, silk, or hemp are great hot weather alternatives to wool.

SHOP LINEN BLAZER

9

Basket Bags Always

A classic for a reason, basket bags have had a fashion upgrade.

SHOP BASKET BAG

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10

Get Shirty

Mix up a mini and denim for extra cool points.

SHOP DENIM MINI DRESS

11

Head-kerchiefs

Add some old school Hollywood glamour to even the most simple outfit with a head scarf.

SHOP SILK SCARF

12

1970s Hues

Rusty orange and denim blue are a retro combination that can't be beaten.

SHOP ORANGE PLATFORMS

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13

Hot Weather Knit

Lightweight knits shouldn't be overlooked during the warmer months - we love this Missoni-style midi dress.

SHOP SUMMER KNIT DRESS

14

Hotpants Only

Get your pins out in some teeny tiny shorts.

SHOP SHORTS

15

Citric Hues

Let lemons, limes and oranges be your season colour wheel.

SHOP GREEN HEELS

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16

Jump(suit) Into Summer

Flattering, fun and useful, jumpsuits work well dressed up or down.

SHOP JUMPSUIT

17

Pair Trousers With A Dress

We love this 1990s trend that keeps you feeling as well as looking cool - just remember to balance your fabrics so the dress doesn't cling.

SHOP LINEN TROUSERS

18

Sun Hats Are A Must

Thankfully for your scalp, sun hats are back in a big way.

SHOP STRAW HAT

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19

Check Coloured, Sunglasses Out

Checked clothes aren't just for winter, and coloured sunglasses aren't just for Hunter S Thompson, so why not pair them together for summer?

SHOP COLOURED AVIATOR SUNGLASSES

20

Try A Tank Top

Tank tops are incredibly hot right now, and can be paired with jeans or a skirt, or worn under shirts and jackets, making them perfect for an unpredictable summer.

SHOP TANK TOP

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