Top 5 Summer Wardrobe Essentials

November 12, 2015 dotcomwomen

Summer is basically upon us and it’s time to break out the cutest frocks, shorts and skirts that you have and to launch into the beautiful days and balmy nights with your friends. I know that when summer rolls around I always enjoy doing a bit of shopping and stocking up on the latest and greatest summer fashions. I pair this with a bit of a wardrobe clean out and then I always make sure that I’m not stockpiling too much clothing in my life. I find that if I have too much to choose from, I get flummoxed and struggle with getting ready in the morning. Don’t let that happen to you, and always make sure that you’re giving stuff away as you buy. Let’s touch on some of the best summer wardrobe essentials now, and get you ready for the long hot days of summer!

A denim jacket

There is nothing better than a cute denim jacket to take you from the cooler spring days and into the summer months. The denim jacket is a versatile and stylish addition to any wardrobe and can be styled up or down depending on your needs. I pair mine with everything from designer dresses to shorts and always know that I can rock the look. I pair my denim jacket with plenty of chunky jewellery for a biker-chic look, and then pop on more delicate pieces with a striped top for a date-night look. Try yours with a range of outfits and decide on your personal style!

A cute dress

Shrug off that jumper and slip into your cutest dress – it’s time to hit the bar for a lazy Sunday session. Make sure you’re always ready to go at a moment’s notice with a super cute little dress; be it black, white, colourful or otherwise the only criteria is that it’s cute as hell.

Espadrilles or sandals – whatever you prefer

Open-toed footwear is a must for those summer days, and I know I always fall back on a couple of stalwarts when it comes to my hot day footwear. Teva shoes are amazing, I think I wear mine everywhere, and there’s other options like jelly sandals and other leather types for those who like a slightly more classic look.

Sunglasses forever

I cannot live without my sunglasses, and I guess it’s kinda lucky that I don’t have to! I have invested in three new pairs already this spring and am loving the strong looks by Le Specs and Volcom. You don’t have to spend a whole heap to get a great pair of sunnies, and you’ll find that by shopping around and buying online that you’ll save money and still look amazing.

Designer bikinis

I love the feeling of buying a new bikini, and there’s no better excuse to get in shape than the thought of having to parade around the beach or pool with naught but a couple of strips of cloth to cover you! I started training in June for my beach bod – but it doesn’t matter what shape or size you are so long as you’re confident! A great bikini goes a long way towards making you feel good about yourself, so why not splurge on a cute number to make the summer days come that little bit quicker!

I hope you enjoyed my summer essentials roundup and that you find your own patch of sunshine this year! Remember that while fashion is super important, you always need to stay sun-smart as well, so here is a bonus list of my sun-smart summer essentials: