I'm an Outfit Repeater—Here Are the Summer Items I Constantly Choose.
I've never shied away from wearing the same outfit repeatedly. When the heat becomes overwhelming, I find myself sticking to the same reliable combinations. These six essential wardrobe pieces help me navigate summer days in New York City: tank tops, cotton dresses and skirts, sunglasses, cardigans, low-heel sandals, and non-leather flats. When I'm on the hunt for summer dresses and skirts, I always look for labels that indicate 100% cotton fabric, like Cou Cou's pointelle line. This material is lightweight, making it perfect for the city's sweltering heat waves. Tank tops are another staple I continuously wear, and I'm currently interested in new options from CDLP and Flore Flore. Whether I choose a dress or a tank top with a skirt, I always pack sandals or flats, a pair of sunglasses, and a lightweight cardigan in my bag, and I’m all set.
Most days, I’m mixing and matching different pieces from these go-to items, which you can shop below.
Sunglasses
I always carry sunglasses with me whenever I leave the house during the day, no matter the season. Recently, oversized frames have become popular, and I've been reaching for my bug-eyed pair from Chimi the most. In addition to those, I favor classic styles from brands like Celine, Chanel, Khaite x Oliver Peoples, and Prada.
CELINE
Triomphe Oversized Round-Frame Acetate Sunglasses
Miu Miu
Miu Regard Sunglasses
Khaite X Oliver Peoples
1969c
Vincent Boulevard
Camille
Cotton Dresses & Skirts
During the summer, I practically live in dresses. I often find myself taking long walks or lounging outside, so lightweight, flexible skirts are equally important. I particularly enjoy 100% cotton options since they are the most comfortable in hot weather.
DÔEN
Clover Organic Cotton Poplin Tiered Sundress
Enza Costa
Cotton Resort Strapless Dress
FAITHFULL
Olas Gathered Cotton Midi Dress
Free People
Lowen Midi Skirt
Free People
Annette Tee Skirt Set
Tank Tops
I must confess, I have too many tank tops, but for me, they are like underwear. Can you ever really have too many? When the temperatures soar in New York, they are one of the few options that come to mind.
Flore Flore
May Cotton Cami Top
FLORE FLORE
Jill Organic Cotton-Jersey Tank
CDLP
Ribbed Tencel Lyocell and Cotton-Blend Jersey Tank
Hanro
Cotton Seamless Spaghetti Camisole
Low-Heel Sandals
I recently discussed how I don’t wear high heels and instead opt for shoes that are two inches or shorter, including kitten-heel sandals. I purchased a now-sold-out pair of Stuart Weitzman Minimalist 50 Sandals as a substitute for Manolo Blahnik's Callamu 50 Mules. For a similar option, I recommend Aeyde's Vero Mules. I've also been wearing a pair of Worishofer's 251 Slides.
Studio Amelia
Wishbone 50 Heel
AEYDE
Amara Patent-Leather Sandals
Open Edit
Tori Kitten Heel Sandal
Gewls
The Chiara Kitten Heel
Non-Leather Flats
When I'm on my feet for long periods, heels are not practical, and leather ballet flats in hot weather can lead to blisters, so I prefer breathable options like mesh Mary Janes from Camper and neoprene ballet flats from Gimaguas.
Camper
Right Nina Ballerina Flats
Gimaguas
Bailarina Neopreno
ZARA
Neoprene Effect Ballet Flats With Pull Tab
Tory Burch
Romy Sport Mary Jane
Cardigans
You might think, "Layers for summer?" However, I tend to feel cold, and the air conditioning in restaurants and on trains can be quite intense. I keep a simple black cardigan in my bag, as it pairs well with everything.
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