This summer keep your summer wardrobe laid back, easy and simple. I want to eliminate any indecisiveness you may have this summer. Stop wondering what to wear and how to wear it This is why I made the decision to build a summer wardrobe capsule. In the summer capsule wardrobe, there are a few timeless cotton essentials that are a must to complete any summer wardrobe.
Everyone should have staples in their closet, no matter your budget. These items should be transitional from season to season. Having closet staples make it easier to pair with a seasonal trend or a pop of color you may add in your wardrobe. These timeless cotton essentials are items that you can personalize with accessories and make them your own.
There are eight budget friendly cotton items that I know you will get much wear out of. Keep in mind, always chose what colors, silhouettes, and price point is best for you. Let’s get into my top cotton summer essentials every woman should have.
Five Reasons to Choose Cotton
- Cotton absorbs sweat during hot and humid weather making it an odor free fabric.
- Cotton is durable and can be handwashed or machine washed many times yet still remain in great condition.
- Cotton is a cool and soothing fabric, and comfortable to wear for all seasons.
- It is biodegradable, renewal, and natural it has been used for centuries.
- Lastly, cotton is hypoallergenic and suitable for all skin types.
1. A White t-shirt – Cotton Summer Essentials
First up we have a basic white t-shirt. There is nothing more basic than a white t-shirt. It is a closet essential that everyone should have. You can dress it up or down and personalize it. You can find both shirts for as low as 5.99.
2. A Black t-shirt – Cotton Summer Essentials
Next on the cotton summer essential list is a classic black t-shirt. It is so simple and classic. Easily can be worn daily with denim shorts or linen Bermuda shorts. Again, this can be found for as low as 5.99 at H&M.
3. A White Dress – Cotton summer essentials
I love the color white. There is nothing like a white dress. This dress is something you will be able to through on without care. This might be your go to dress. This dress from H&M is only $24.99 and 100% cotton. This is a great quality fabric and great for warm weather.
4. A Little Black dress
A LBD is a must have. You just can not go wrong with it. You can wear it casually with a trainer for lunch with friends or flat sandal or dress it up with some heels for dinner. The dress above it $24.99 from H&M.
5. A Tank top
Tank tops are a must during the summer. They are so easy to throw on with pretty much anything. Pair your tank with some denim shorts or a linen skirt for a casual look. Tank tops are cheap and easy to find at just about any store from Target to Walmart for as low as 7.99.
6. A Poplin Button down
An oversized white poplin top is perfect to throw over a tank top and shorts for a casual look to lunch. A fitted poplin top would look great tucked into a mini skirt or tailored shorts for an evening out. It typically gets chilly, at least for me in most restaurants. The one about is from Zara for $39.90
7. A Denim Jacket
I used to love denim jackets so much, over the years that has changed. Personally, I really like an oversized denim shirt. You may enjoy just a simple denim jacket. You could throw it in a tote bag or keep in your car just in case it gets chilly when out and about. The AC is always cranked up during summer. I’m naturally always cold lol. This jacket from Zara is $49.90.
8. A Denim Short
Lastly, are denim shorts. It’s the ultimate cotton summer essential. They are so easy to throw on when it’s a hot humid day. The material is cooling to the body. They are also very comfortable as well. This is something you will wear year and year, so I recommend buying a good quality pair. This pair is by & Other Stories form $69.99
Those are all of the cotton summer essentials that I know you will be wearing all summer long I know I will. They are simple, easy to wear and easy to style. It takes the guessing about what to wear away every day. These eight items are all great items to add into your summer capsule wardrobe.
peace & love x Kelly