10 Incredibly Chic Ways to Master Summer-in-the-City Style

Some of our favorite pieces this season, like fluid satin trousers, minimalist maxi skirts, tailored shorts, and retro-chic capris, are elevated takes on your typical warm-weather staples. A sleek T-shirt dress or slouchy summer suit (worn with flip-flops, of course) make for the kind of unfussy elegance the season demands. The best part? These pieces are endlessly versatile, great for mixing and matching for whatever the city throws your way. Below, shop 11 looks to help you take on the summer in city-worthy style.

Uniform Dressing to Beat the Heat

Let a sleek maxi skirt be the star this summer. Just add a minimalist tank and barely-there flats for an elegant and always-reliable warm-weather pairing.

Toteme

x NET SUSTAIN cotton-jersey tank

Joseph

Milano stretch-knit maxi skirt

Le Monde Beryl

Luna leather ballet flats

Classic Americana

You can’t go wrong with straight-leg jeans, a crisp button-down, and suede loafers. It’s a timeless trio that always works.

Hommegirls

stripe classic button-up shirt

The Fashion Girls’ Office-Ready Formula

Pair an oversized suit with a simple tee and flip-flops for a perfect balance of corporate polish and nonchalant ease.

Soft Feels all-time T-shirt

POV: Styling Summer Pastels

Satin trousers are the summer staple to know—comfortable, endlessly versatile, and elevated enough to wear to the office. Team a soft pink pair up with a butter yellow top and bright red flats for an unexpected color combo.

Leset

Barb washed-satin wide-leg pants

Proenza Schouler

slove mesh Mary Jane flats

J.Crew

Malta handwoven straw tote bag

Retro Chic With a Touch of Pale Blue

Pair cropped capris with a pleated blouse for a fresh, fashion-forward outfit.

Pleats Please Issey Miyake

Theory

cropped twill straight-leg pants

Madewell

Piaule thong ankle strap sandals

Your Favorite Tee—Now in Dress Form

Consider the T-shirt maxidress your warm-weather MVP. It’s sleek, simple, and super easy to style.

Cos

cotton midi t-shirt dress

A.Emery

Heidi snake-effect leather sandals

Tom Ford Eyewear

Bronson aviator-style acetate sunglasses

Trench Coats and Midis: Summer’s Favorite Duo

A breezy white dress layered under a lightweight trench and grounded by sneakers makes for an effortless, city-ready combo.

Miu Miu

colorblock nylon tech sneakers

Summer Combos for Inside Temperatures

A tank top, knee-length skirt, and denim jacket make for an excellent A/C-proof outfit formula.

Éterne

ribbed stretch-jersey tank

Gucci

embossed mid-length drill skirt

Basics Go Pop

For an off-duty spin, style pleated shorts with a short-sleeve knit and your favorite low-top sneakers in vibrant primary shades.

Massimo Dutti

short sleeve knit sweater

Matteau

pleated cotton-blend twill shorts

Now Serving: Sporty Summer

A sporty zip jacket and lightweight trousers make for a laid-back summer pairing with just the right amount of cool.

Cortana

Lupe pleated wide-leg pants

Black and White, But Make it Evening

For a chic night out, try classic white jeans with a draped blouse and kitten heel.

Khaite

Callum mid-rise straight-leg jeans

St. Agni

mini baguette shoulder bag