Women Around Europe Agree—These Are the 5 Chicest Outfit Formulas To Wear On Repeat This Summer
Trust me, I've done the research: chic Europeans are wearing these five outfit formulas on repeat from now until early autumn.
From sun-soaked getaways in France to city breaks around Sweden, I’m officially having a Euro summer this year. And with my many trips around the continent booked for the upcoming months, I’ve started to think about the outfits I’ll be wearing in each country.
My first port of call? Instagram, of course, and I’ve spent the last few months collating elegant summer outfits from chic European fashion people so that I can be well prepared for all of my upcoming holidays. Now, as someone who very much considers themselves a minimalist, I’m not looking for any outfits that feel too out of my comfort zone. However, this doesn’t mean that the European looks I’ll be copying this summer will be in any way boring. In fact, every outfit in my edit below focuses on using elevated but polished staples that feel fresh for 2026, while still remaining classic enough to stand the test of time.
From breezy basics that will see me through the Parisian heatwave to easy but elegant ensembles perfect for strolling around Stockholm, keep scrolling to see the five easy but chic European outfits I’ll be copying this summer.
Euro It Girls Are Wearing These 5 Outfits On Repeat This Summer
1. Stockholm, Sweden
Maxi Dress + Mules + Handbag
Style Notes: There's nothing that makes me feel put-together quite like a maxi dress, and this summer I'll be taking a cue from the Scandi girls and styling a sleek black iteration with polished accessories.
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This immediately went in my basket.
The perfect heel height in my opinion.
This is high up on my luxury wishlist.
Truly iconic.
The finishing touch.
2. Paris, France
Relaxed Shirt + Bermuda Shorts + Heeled Sandals
Style Notes: It should come as no surprise that the French fashion set has mastered the art of chic, off-duty dressing, This relaxed shirt, Bermuda shorts and heeled sandals ensemble is one I'll be copying well into autumn.
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You'll reach for this no matter the season.
I want the entire outfit.
How cool are these?
I've spotted this on so many of our editors.
3. London, England
3. T-Shirt + Tailored Trousers + Flip-Flops
Style Notes: A look that can taken from the office to dinner with ease, this t-shirt and tailored trousers combo paired with easy summer accessories is calling to me. And when the temperatures drop later in the year, simply swap out the flip-flops for loafers and raffia tote for a leather woven bag.
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Just the right amount of slouch.
An investment pair you'll keep forever.
A very chic take on the classic flip-flops.
You'll be able to fit so much in this roomy tote.
Miu Miu never disappoints me.
Throw this over your shoulders for summer evenings.
4. Oslo, Norway
Top + Balloon Pants + Ballet Flats
Style Notes: Linen and cotton are synonymous with the summer season, and there's no easier way to make them look polished than opting for monochrome tones like Nnenna has above.
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Wear with balloon pants, jeans and shorts alike.
A boho dream.
Every wardrobe needs a versatile pair of ballet flats.
Roomy enough for your everyday essentials.
Cord necklaces are back for 2026.
5. Milan, Italy
Blouse + Midi Skirt + Accessories
Style Notes: A breezy linen co-ord will serve you well all season. However, instead of a classic shirt-and-shorts combo, elegant Italians are opting for pretty blouse and midi skirt ensembles that feel dressy enough for more formal occasions.
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How sweet is this?
So easy to take from day to night.
The silver shell! The tassel! The cord necklace! I'm obsessed.
A bestseller for very good reason.
