8 Incredibly Chic Outfit Ideas If You Want to Look Like a Fashion Person This Summer

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Summer's arrival is breathing new life into my wardrobe. The warmer temps are motivating me to incorporate a handful of fresh, of-the-moment trends into my vacation looks and get creative with my wardrobe staples. This month, I've been bookmarking some of the coolest, most fashion-forward summer outfits to get me inspired.

Below, I rounded up super-inspiring outfits—from chic and elevated everyday looks featuring basics to statement looks featuring colors and prints—that are worth trying over the next few months and incorporate a mix of classics and trends. One thing's certain: These outfits will make you look like a fashion person in no time.

White Embroidered Top + Red Poplin Pants + Jelly Flip-Flops

Woman in a white top and red pants.

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For the ultimate fashion-person look, pair a pretty white eyelet top with this season's of-the-moment drawstring poplin pants in a bold red. Finish the look with jelly flip-flops for a chic and fashion-forward look.

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Fringe Top + Flowy White Pants + Flip-Flops

Woman in white flowy pants and black fringe top.

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Fringe is having a major moment. To give the statement detail a casual touch, style a fringe top with effortless white linen pants and flip-flops. This look is so chic for day or night.

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Track Shorts + Relaxed Button-Down + Ballet Pumps

Woman in a relaxed button-down shirt, track pants, and ballet pumps.

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Track shorts are trending this summer. Pair a retro silhouette with an oversize button-down, and finish the look with ballet pumps. It's a look that screams fashion person!

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Lace-Trim Top + Balloon Pants + Camisole

Woman in a lace-trim top, balloon pants, and thong sandals.

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For a cool-girl outfit that will take you from sunrise to sunset, style a silky lace-trim top with balloon pants and thong sandals—chic and trend-forward.

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Lace-Trim Skirt + White Tank + Jelly Flip-Flops + Colorful Bag

Woman in skirt and tank top.

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Lace-trimmed skirts are still popular. For an easy look, style one with a simple white tank, jelly flip-flops, and a colorful bag to finish.

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Graphic Tee + Capri Pants + Ballet Flats

Woman in graphic tee and capri pants.

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Capri pants are the dominating style I'm seeing fashion people pair with their ballet flats. Keep it current and wear them with a cool graphic tee.

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Tank Top + Striped Pants

Woman in a gray tank and striped pants.

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Summer is the perfect time to play with color and patterns, and striped pants and shorts are a favorite among the fashion set right now. Style them with a simple tank top for a look that's fun, playful, and full of personality.

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Pretty White Top + Pareo Skirt

Woman in a white embroidered top and sarong skirt.

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For a look that will take you from beach to bar, opt for a trending sarong or pareo skirt, which you can elevate with a pretty lace or embroidered white top. Finish with a raffia bag. You can get creative with mixing prints and textures here.

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Judith Jones
Judith Jones
Associate Shopping Director

Judith Jones is the associate shopping director at Who What Wear and has worked in fashion for over a decade. She specializes in shopping content and trend stories with high-affiliate impact. She shares the coolest, most desirable fashion market finds and brands for every budget. Previous to working in fashion, Judith worked as a TV host on the PBS travel show Globe Trekker (airing on Netflix and Amazon Prime) sharing her passion for travel and culture.