Dressing up for summer is all about confidence. The key is to wear what you feel best in–and we don’t mean just temperature-wise, either. Whether you’re most comfortable in a puff-sleeve dress or a midriff-baring crop top and denim, there are all sorts of chic ways to get your sultry on.
In need of style inspiration? Scroll on for sexy summer outfits you’ll want to try this season.
Sleeveless Lace-Up Midi Dress + Ankle Strap Sandals
Get multiple trends in one cute summer outfit: This strappy orange midi dress hits several of the season’s must-have looks including bright color and cutout details. Whew! Just add matching high heel sandals and you’re set.
Two-Piece Mini Dress + Flat Sandals
There’s nothing like a one-and-done outfit for summer–especially when it comes in two pieces. Keep it cute and comfy in a ribbed knit two-piece mini dress (the perfect vacation pick!) and finish off the effortless look with flat sandals.
Cutout Dress + Cat-Eye Sunglasses + Strappy Sandals
A knit cutout dress that’s comfy and sexy? Hell yes. With white cat-eye sunglasses and neutral strappy sandals, this is the cute summer outfit of our dreams.
Floral Print Skater Dress + Ankle Strap Sandals
Is there anything flirtier than a frilly floral print sundress? This skater style is equal parts sweet and sultry, and pairs just as well with sneakers as it does with strappy sandals.
Floral Print Crop Top + Wide Leg Pants + Straw Tote Bag
Who says pastels can’t be sexy? Show off your sweet and sultry sides at the same time–and channel your inner Golden Girl–in a retro printed matching set with a woven bag.
Ruffled Tie-Front Top + Jeans
Simple summer outfit formula: Pair a crop top with jeans. A tiny, white knit top with drawstring tie detail and ruffled hem is the perfect mix of casual and sultry.
Two-Piece Maxi Dress + Platform Slide Sandals
It’s vacation season, so dress like it whether you’re headed to a far-flung location or staying local. In a retro floral print two-piece set and raffia sandals, you can practically feel the tropical ocean breeze!
Crop Top + Floral Print Pants + Woven Tote Bag + Straw Hat
Balance out a super sexy style like a cutout crop top with easy pieces like stretchy floral print pants and beachy accessories. Natural woven textures help ground a bright graphic pattern while layered boho jewelry helps keep that groovy vibe.
Ribbed Knit Cutout Midi Dress + Lace-Up Heels + Crossbody Bag
Shift into summer mode with a hot pink ribbed knit dress and coordinating crossbody. Metallic strappy sandals play perfectly with this electric color palette–and pretty much every other color palette!
One-Shoulder Top + Jeans + Heeled Sandals
Want to look effortlessly sexy? Pairing barely-there heels with jeans, an asymmetric top, and gold jewelry instantly takes this summer outfit combo into evening.
Printed Midi Dress + Strappy Heels
An orange printed midi dress with tie straps and slits makes a flirty statement all on its own. Just add white thong sandals and you’ve got an instant sexy summer outfit.
Button Up and Bandeau Top Set + Wide-Leg Pants + Strappy Sandals
A white button-up top gets a baddie makeover when paired with a matching bandeau top. To amp up the look even more, try wearing the set with a pair of wide-leg pants in a saturated hue like emerald green.
Floral Wrap Maxi Dress + Thong Sandals
A flowy maxi dress will make you feel like a summer goddess. With a plunging neckline, fluttery short sleeves, and an open back, all this sexy look needs is a pair of simple thong sandals and a bright bag, if you’re so inclined.
Boho Print Jumpsuit + Flatform Sandals
Some of the cutest summer outfits are casual daytime looks. Case in point: This breezy wide-leg jumpsuit has a comfy smocked bodice, looks great with flatform espadrilles, and is giving bohemian babe all day.
Two-Piece Dress + High Heel Booties
Summer isn’t summer without a white dress–or several. In a bodycon two-piece version and matching ankle boots, you’ll be ready for date night, girls’ night, or even your bachelorette!
Scarf Top + Denim Cutoffs
This season is a great time to play around with sexy summer outfits: Try twisting a satin scarf into a halter top and add denim shorts for a glam, vacation-ready look.
Geometric Midi Dress + Lace-Up Sandals + Woven Bag
Bold colors and prints are always a good idea for the sunny season! For a beachy, sexy summer outfit, pair a flowy sundress with lace-up sandals and a structured straw bag–and feel free to pile on the stackable jewelry!
Ruffled Mini Dress + Mules
Blue and white is a timeless summer color combo, so rock a frilly light blue mini dress, then swap out your go-to nude shoes for a bright white pair! Bonus points if you go for a summery white handbag.
Lace-Up Crop Top + Distressed Jeans
Want a summer date outfit with a little edge? Go for a ’90s-inspired look with a strappy lace-up crop top and high-waisted distressed jeans. If it’s cool enough out, you can even kick it up a notch with chunky, grunge-era footwear.
Babydoll Dress + Ankle Strap Heels
A girl can never have too many bows, right? Bring the modern Bridgerton vibes with a tie-front babydoll dress (with pockets!), then pretty it up even more with high-heel sandals in pink gingham.
Cutout Maxi Dress + Lace Up Heels
Cutouts and lace-up details are a sexy outfit power couple. Turn up the heat with strappy white heels that pop against a sleek navy maxi dress–no other accessories required!
Floral Print Matching Set + Straw Tote Bag + Platform Sandals
A matching set is an instant outfit that’s actually three in one. Wear your floral pieces together with woven extras for an effortless summer look–or pull out one and pair it with another separate. Think: the crop top with denim or the skirt with a white tee.
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(This post was originally published in July 2019 and has been updated with new content)
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