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24 Sexy Summer Outfits You’ll Want to Copy This Season

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Rachel Aschenbrand-Robinson
Shop the Look: The Way I Feel Cream Cutout Midi Sweater Dress, Market Marvel Tan Woven Tote; Image via @peaceofmiaa

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.

Shop the Look: Tie Your Best Green Satin Tie-Back Babydoll Mini Dress, Vacay Bound Cream Crochet Tote Bag; Image via @hangwithanna

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

Shop the Look: VIEW FROM THE TOP ORANGE PLISSE SLEEVELESS LACE-UP MIDI DRESS, LIANYA ORANGE PATENT ANKLE STRAP HEELS; IMAGE VIA @_NICOLE_ALICIA_

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

Shop the Look: Trend Lover Green Ribbed Knit Tie-Back Two-Piece Mini Dress, Avena Light Tan Flat Sandals; Image via @peaceofmiaa

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

Shop the Look: The Way I Feel Tan Cutout Midi Sweater Dress

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

Shop the Look: Livi Pink Floral Print Ruffled Skater Dress, Marleigh Ivory Ankle Strap High Heel Sandals; Image via @michelechung_

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

Shop the Look: Palm Beach Babe Lilac Floral Print Tie-Back Halter Crop Top, Palm Beach Babe Lilac Floral Print Wide-Leg Pants, Brycen Black High Heel Sandals, Resort Bound Beige Woven Straw Tote Bag; Image via @spoonfuloftrish

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

Shop the Look: Sunniest Vibe Ivory Sleeveless Ruffled Tie-Front Top, Ribcage Light Wash Distressed Denim Straight Ankle Jeans; Image via @micjanee

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

Shop the Look: Vacay On My Mind Ivory Floral Print Tiered Two-Piece Maxi Dress, Karinah Natural Raffia Platform Slide Sandals; Image via @anika_sutter

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

Shop the Look: Follow the Breeze White Halter Crop Top, Going High Olive Green Floral Print Flare Pants, Across The Bay Beige Woven Tote Bag, (similar) New Comer Beige Straw Hat; Image via @summerofdiane

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

Shop the Look: Leading the Trends Hot Pink Ribbed Knit Cutout Halter Midi Dress, Aimee Champagne Metallic Lace-Up Heels, Spring Cheer Pink Multi Tweed Crossbody Bag; Image via @iamstherfaned

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

Shop the Look: With It Black Long Sleeve One-Shoulder Top, 90s Mid Rise Light Wash Loose Fit Distressed Jeans, Zayne Black Lace-Up High Heel Sandals; Image via @alanaalovee

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

Shop the Look: Party in Paris Light Orange Print Tie-Strap Midi Dress, Bern White Crocodile-Embossed High Heel Sandals; Image via @busayo.xo

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

Shop the Look: Resort Life White Crinkle Button-Up and Bandeau Top Set, Happy Season Green High-Waisted Wide-Leg Pants, (similar) Leylia White High Heel Sandals; Image via @isaantelmo

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

Shop the Look: Azalea Regalia Black Floral Print Wrap Maxi Dress, Berlynn White Square Toe High Heel Sandals; Image via @chayyslays

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

Shop the Look: Raine Olive Green Print Strapless Jumpsuit; Image via Tatiana L.

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

Shop the Look: By Your Side Ivory Two-Piece Dress, Ottava White High Heel Booties; Image via @koralanne

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

Shop the Look: Get In Shapes Blue Multi Print Scarf, 501 High-Rise Distressed Denim Shorts; Image via @camillelately

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

Shop the Look: Miranda White Multi Geometric Print Midi Dress, Zayne Rose Gold Metallic Lace-Up High Heel Sandals, Date Night Beige Woven Straw Tote Bag; Image via @summerofdiane

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

Shop the Look: Downright Darling Light Blue Ruffled Halter Mini Dress; Image via @lovebstyle

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

Shop the Look: Intrigue Black Lace-Up Crop Top, ’90s Mid Rise Light Wash Distressed Jeans, 1460 Pascal Black Virginia Leather 8-Eye Boots; Image via @deanaduka

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

Shop the Look: Baby Girl White Satin Babydoll Mini Dress With Pockets, Covington Pink and White Gingham Ankle Strap Heels; Image via @alexadgroat

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

Shop the Look: Opening Night Navy Blue Cutout Bodycon Maxi Dress,Jesse White Lace-Up High Heel Sandals; Image via @jazminscheitel

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

Shop the Look: Full Flower Beige Multi Floral Puff Sleeve Tie-Front Crop Top, Full Flower Beige Multi Floral Print Notched Mini Skirt, (similar) Kinuka Natural Raffia Ankle Strap High Heel Platform Sandals, Resort Bound Beige Woven Straw Tote Bag; Image via @malloryleerichardson

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.

We want to see your summer outfits! Show us on Instagram @lulus using #lovelulus and shop more Summer Fashion to style you all season!

(This post was originally published in July 2019 and has been updated with new content)

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