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I have always found summer to be the most difficult to dress for. Its just not my favorite season and other than wearing dresses I’m not usually drawn to summer styles. But over the past few years I have tried to enjoy summer more and created my own little capsule wardrobe of pieces I wear every summer and love.

Summer Sweater: I have owned this striped sweater from Minnow for 5 years and I wear it all year long. The classic Breton stripes are so timeless and look as great in summer as they do in fall with darker colors. While a sweater might not seem like a must for summer I find myself wearing this often for chilly mornings or evenings.

Linen Shorts: I’ve always struggled to be a fan of shorts, they just seem so casual to me and I find them hard to style but I do LOVE my linen shorts. I prefer a pair that is either slightly pleated or cuffed at the bottom so they look just a tad dressier even if just wearing with a plain t-shirt. This linen pair with button detail is also a cute option.

Mini Dress: I’m not a short dress person, I almost always opt for a midi length skirt or dress but this shirt dress is a MUST. It almost feels like golf shirt material making it great for summer weather. It is so comfortable and versatile. It can easily be dressed up but also looks great with sneakers for travel or days at the park. I have it in two colors and absolutely love it.

Woven Bag: An oversized woven bag is also a must have for me in summer. It looks great with everything but also has room for all of the extra summer necessities as a mom; sunscreen, water bottles, snacks, etc.

Linen Shirts: A classic linen button down is a great summer option. The look great left open and casually layered or tucked into shorts. Oversized fits are also great as coverups for the beach and pool. My favorite button down from AYR comes in a linen version as well, its the perfect boyfriend fit.

Oversized Wrap or Scarf: If I don’t have a sweater with me I almost always pack a wrap or oversized scarf. They are great for chilly mornings or evenings or as an easy way to add a bit of character to your outfit. For oversized scarves I really love this floral one and this nautical one. For wraps I almost always pack the Alice Walk Wrap or their Knit Cape for any summer weekend or trip.

Midi Dress & Skirt: A midi dress or skirt are usually my go-to in summer. They are just so easy and comfortable. This dress was a new purchase this spring and I can honestly say I wear it almost weekly. It is so comfortable and versatile. I also love easy midi skirts paired with a plain t-shirt in summer. Here are a few of my favorite styles.

Simple Sneakers: I am now on my second pair of these Veja Sneakers because I wore mine so much. I wear them year round with almost everything from jeans and shorts to summer dresses. I love that they are simple enough that they go with any color but the metallic logo adds a little bit of character. I also have a pair of plain white sneakers as well that I wear often.

Sandals: These sandals are probably my most worn summer shoe. I have them in two colors and they are truly the perfect easy summer sandal. I love them with dresses and shorts but also for beach or lake days. They go with me on every warm weather trip or summer weekend away.

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Of course there are other pieces that I wear in the summer but these are my true go-to staples that I wear regularly. Finding pieces that you absolutely love and feel good wearing makes getting dressed so much easier. What are your staple pieces for summer?