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    27 Cute Pieces Of Summer Clothing Other Than Dresses

    Who needs dresses anyways.

    Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's.

    1. A coveted denim maxi skirt because it's been at the top of your wishlist for so long. I know you've been daydreaming of these and now is the perfect time to pick one up, just imagine how cute it would look with your fave graphic tee.

    reviewer wearing the long jean skirt

    2. A high-waisted flowy skirt that'll have you looking ready to stroll through an ancient European city this summer or, you know, just a local garden? Also, it has pockets, hehe!

    3. A casual romper if you're looking for an outfit that requires zero effort. Sometimes you just need to get dressed and run out the door and this is great for that.

    4. A lace-trim tank top perfect for any day-to-night look. This is so easy to dress up for work or dress down for brunch.

    a reviewer wearing a red tank top with jeans

    5. A pair of sweat shorts because they are perfect for a chill day. In this house, we stan all types of shorts, but we do have a soft spot for these because no one likes chaffing or feeling uncomfortable.

    model wearing light brown sweat shorts

    6. An oversized button-down that'll work as a bathing suit cover-up or just as a top. Simple, chic, and sophisticated, whenever you wear this, you will 100% feel like you have your life together even though you were just crying over Tiktok.

    a reviewer wearing a pink top

    7. A pair of lantern trousers for those worried about wide-leg pants swallowing them. These bbs give the look of wide legs but have a tapered ankle and cinched waist, so you can get the best of both worlds. 

    model wearing the green pants
    reviewer wearing the blue pants

    Promising review: "My new favorite pants for summer. They are so soft, breathable, while the material is not too thin and not see-through. Effortless, chic, and comfortable." —Helga

    Get them from Amazon for $35.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 25 colors/styles). 

    8. A silky tank top because it's so chic and can easily be dressed up or down. This would look *soo* good with a denim maxi!

    a reviewer wearing jeans, purple shoes, purple blazer, a pink top and purple hat

    9. A linen maxi skirt so lightweight, it will hardly feel like you have anything on. Uber cute with a tiny bow, this would look great with any top.

    A model wearing a purple maxi skirt

    10. A knit twisted knot front top that is giving the old money aesthetic for a lot less. This luxe look-for-less is everything I could dream of.

    A reviewer wearing the top in beige with denim shorts and a black and white bag

    11. A frilly short sleeve tie-up back crop top with ruffles that'll have you rolling in compliments. I can just see you sipping wine and dining al fresco in an ancient city in this. It would look so *chef's kiss*.

    A reviewer wearing a white top with beige pants and brown sandals

    12. A pair of wide-leg pants because even if it's super hot, sometimes you just want to wear pants. Lightweight pants like these make for a great wardrobe staple for summer because you can wear them hundreds of times with every look being different while also not getting overheated. 

    Promising review: "I got three pairs of these for a family trip to Hawaii. I wanted something breathable, more so than my cotton knit pants, but that would be OK walking around in. These are fantastic. The fit is loose, and I did order a size up since linen does not stretch. The drawstring kept them plenty tight around my waist, but the legs were baggy and breezy, which is exactly what I wanted. The inseam is a bit short. On the bright side, it does mean that when I wore sandals, the pants were not hitting the ground. They were perfect for the beach, colors were spot on, and they also looked perfect for walking around farmers markets. Quality is great. No, they are not see-through, but I also didn't get white." —Kindle Customer

    Get them from Amazon for $19.44+ (available in sizes XS–6X and 15 colors). 

    13. A short unitard if you just want something stylish and easy to slip on — it's far too hot to give that much thought to an outfit.

    a reviewer wearing brown unitard with brown shoes

    14. A ruched textured top that would look amazing paired with basically anything in your collection. Simple, chic, and giving total luxe vacay vibes, I'll take one in every single color!

    A model wearing a white shirt with a matching bottom

    15. A pair of linen shorts because you want to look put together, even if you actually ate cold pizza for breakfast. Paired with a graphic tee, these will still make you look very adult.

    Model wearing beige shorts

    16. A strapless mesh bustier so you can be the baddie you've always wanted to be. You can literally pair this with anything you own and look super hot. 

    reviewer wearing the top in white
    reviewer wearing the top in black

    Promising review: "I purchased this corset after watching a TikTok video of another midsized girl talking about how great it is. It did not disappoint! It fits nicely. I got lots of compliments on it! Someone else pointed out to me that the fabric looks expensive and just like another bustier listed on PrettyLittleThings for over twice the price." —Elizabeth

    Get it from Amazon for $19.99+ (available in sizes 00–20 and 20 colors).

    17. A two-piece blouse and shorts set for all the summer vibes. Pair this set with a white tee and you'll like you put so much effort into your look, even though we both know you only woke up ten minutes ago and forgot about your plans.

    model wearing the long-sleeved blouse and drawstring shorts set in green
    Amazon

    Promising review: "This set is literally so comfy and cute. It says pajama set, but I would wear this out any day with a cute tank under. It's super lightweight for summer, and sized perfectly." —Gabriella Schilling

    Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in sizes L–5X, 38 colors and styles).

    18. Or a pair of Levi's 501 shorts because you finally found them after searching forever. Yes, they do exist outside of thrift stores and you can get them on Amazon. You can thank me later as you add another pair of cutoffs to your collection.

    A reviewer wearing jeans shorts with grey tank top and brown slides with a dog

    19. A lounge set with a tank top and wide-legged pants to keep you looking put together but super comfy. Lightweight and stylish, you'll be wearing this all the time.

    A reviewer wearing a green set of pants with matching top and brown sandals

    20. Or a more flowy skirt giving fairycore in the best way possible. Slide it on to live your ruffle fantasy; just don't forget to blast some Stevie Nicks as you dance around in this.

    A model wearing a blue skirt with a white top and seashell necklace

    21. A pair of trouser shorts because you like trousers ~so~ much more than jeans. If you're into the Sofia Richie Grainge look, these are so calling your name this szn.

    A reviewer wearing the grey trouser shorts

    22. A super comfy oversized jumpsuit to keep you feeling uber-cozy all day long. This jumpsuit has the cutest little bow straps and I am living for it. Plus you can always add a belt to cinch the waist.

    A reviewer wearing a green and black outfit

    23. A high-rise flowy tennis skirt with built-in shorts because chafing is a hard pass. This lightweight skirt is actually designed for running and tennis, but you can easily just wear it minus the physical activity.

    A model wearing a green skirt with grey socks and white sneakers

    24. A classic bodysuit perfect for a lazy day; just throw on shorts or a skirt over it and you're ready for whatever the day brings.

    25. A pair of lightweight pants that would look great as part of an outfit or even over a bathing suit. Made of 100% cotton, these cuties are super lightweight and breathable.

    A reviewer wearing blue and white pants with a blue top

    26. A pair of high-waisted bike shorts to keep you comfortable but also inspire you to step out of the AC for like five minutes. Lightweight, fast-drying, and buttery smooth, these would be perf for your next morning coffee run.

    Model wearing a blue top and navy bottoms holding a coffee

    27. Or a strapless romper also with a bow that gives such a cute and romantic look. This piece is made out of cotton and linen, so it will be super breathable no matter how hot it gets outside.

    a reviewer wearing blue romper

    The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.