10 Zero-Effort Summer Outfit Ideas That Actually Look Great

Let's start with a total no-brainer, and our personal favourite, a summer dress. They are easily available, come in all kinds of shapes, sizes, and budgets, and are just so flattering. Dresses are bound to be everywhere, especially with the coquette trend being huge this year, where bows and floral patterns are pasted all over the internet. 

Brands To Shop: Twenty Dresses, Cover Story, Fuga, Lipsy, The Summer House, Summer Somewhere, and Label Reyya

Pro-Tip: Check out dupes of Zimmermann and FARM Rio here and here, respectively. 

Fairy skirts have been all over our feeds, and we bet yours have it too. They seem to be the new summer uniform and are quite appropriate for the season while also looking whimsical and pretty. They're versatile pieces that can easily be thrifted and styled in a zillion ways! Some of our favourite styling options are with vests, tube tops, and tank tops. 

Brands To Shop: Okhai, Sage By Mala, Fabindia

Pro-Tip: Check out 17 cute skirt outfits for some inspiration here. 

The gingham print, which is already a go-to pattern for summer-coded homes, is slowly and steadily taking over the internet, and we have a hunch that we will be seeing it a lot during the season. It's bright, fun, and just very summery! You can get yourself co-ord sets or pair them with your plain tank tops and elevate the look with chunky accessories. They are easy to style, and they would come in really handy on the days when you are struggling to find a cute fit. 

Brands To Shop: Cider, For Love & Lemons, Virgio

Co-ord sets are a lifesaver for days when no fit seems to be giving and are an absolute staple of summer. Choose bright, breezy, cotton co-ord sets that make an effortless statement. While you can find all sorts of styles, we'd recommend going with a staple shirt and shorts co-ord set in cotton or linen that's comfortable and breathable. For an Indo-Western look, go for an Indian print. 

Brands To Shop: Autumnlane, trueBrowns, and The Ordinaree

Kurtas and jeans go together like clockwork. We have been seeing cotton kurtas resurface since the temperature started shooting up. This look is comfortable, chic, pocket-friendly and makes for a perfect everyday fit. We recommend styling them with wide-legged jeans for maximum comfort during the summer.

Brands To Shop: Roze, Urzuv, Old Marigold, Soch

Pro-Tip: Check out 12 Kurti and jeans outfits for some inspiration here.

We can't make a list of summer outfit ideas and not dwell on the importance of finding a good pair of linen pants for yourself. Versatility is an understatement with these because you can style them with almost anything, be it crop tops, t-shirts, oversized shirts, and, of course, the talk of the hour—vests. Especially for our corporate folks, you need to have a sturdy pair of linen pants in your closet. Waistcoats have got an upgrade this season, and we don’t see the trend dying anytime soon.

Brands To Shop: ONLY, FableStreet, Marks & Spencer, Cover Story

We share a deep love for oversized shirts, and you need to get one for yourself if you don't already have one. We've been seeing bright-coloured striped oversized shirts a lot recently, too! They are perfect for layering your outfit while still keeping it breezy; just make sure you opt for breathable fabrics like cotton. We'd highly suggest styling them with your linen pants, jeans, or shorts.

Brands To Shop: Creatures Of Habit, The Souled Store, PINACOLADA, The Label Life

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Last summer, the 'It' pants of the season were parachute pants, and they are still going pretty strong this season too. They are baggy, do not stick to the body, and are summer-weather-approved. They act as a solid building block for a range of outfits and styles, looking perfectly breezy and chic to run errands around town. Style them with off-shoulder crop tops, t-shirts, and more.

Brands To Shop: Uptownie, The Terra Tribe, PCFG

Timeless and always trending, this combo isn’t going anywhere, especially when the temperature soars. Brands are going all out to make graphic tees hilarious and relatable (and honestly, they’re nailing it). Pair them with denim skirts, frayed, front-slit, you name it, and you’ve got a no-brainer outfit that always delivers.

Brands To Shop: Belliskey, Globus, Lea Clothing, The Souled Store

Once you enter your desi-core era, there's no going back. A cotton kurta set equals peak comfort. But comfort isn’t the only perk, they come in so many styles, you’ll want to build your whole wardrobe around them. Throw on some jhumkas, swipe on kajal, dot that bindi, and boom, you’re walking, talking main character energy!

Brands To Shop: Libas, The Hemming Bird, Gahan, Autumnlane

Pro-Tip: 10 Best Brands For Dreamy Cotton Indian Wear