If summer has you feeling overwhelmed by your closet, you’re not alone. It’s easy to get stuck in that cycle of wearing the same few things on repeat, or buying something new only to realize it doesn’t go with anything else you own. That’s where a little strategy comes in. I’ve found that the best way to simplify your summer wardrobe is to focus on a handful of pieces that mix and match effortlessly.

Not a full-on capsule wardrobe, just a small set of basics with personality. Things you can wear multiple ways without it feeling like you’re wearing the same thing over and over.

To show you what I mean, I put together 10 summer outfit ideas using five tops, three bottoms, and two pairs of shoes that I already have in my closet. Everything is lightweight, comfortable, and, depending on where you’re headed, great for travel too. If you’re looking for ideas on how to simplify your summer wardrobe, these outfits are a great place to start.

How to Build Your Summer Wardrobe

10 Piece Summer Wardrobe

V-Neck tee + Denim Shorts + sandals

Striped top + White jeans + Sandals

Open weave sweater + denim shorts + sandals

striped tee + twill shorts +sneakers

V-neck Tee + white jeans + sandals

eyelet top + twill shorts + sneakers

striped top + denim shorts + sneakers

striped tee + white denim + sneakers

Open weave sweater + twill shorts + sneakers

eyelet top + white jeans + sandals

These looks are proof that you don’t need dozens of options to feel put together. Each piece in this mini mix-and-match wardrobe does some heavy lifting, and when they all work together, getting dressed becomes a whole lot easier. Swapping out your accessories like jewelry, handbags, and hats will also completely change the look.

If you’re feeling stuck with your closet right now, start by pulling 8–10 of your favorite summer staples and try mixing them in new ways. Fewer pieces, more combinations, that’s really the key to how to simplify your summer wardrobe without sacrificing style.

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