Outfit Ideas; Help! I hate wearing shorts!

Struggling to find stylish alternatives to shorts for summer? You're not alone—and we've got you covered!

Whether you’re not a fan of shorts or just want more variety, explore our favorite warm-weather outfit ideas that keep you cool and comfortable, from breezy maxi dresses and linen-blend pants to chic athletic dresses.

Plus, don’t miss our curated list of shorts-free swim coverups at the bottom!

And if you do want to wear shorts but have trouble finding the right fit, we can help you learn your body shape and shop smarter—or do the shopping for you!

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Outfit 1 - maxi skirt

Outfit Building Blocks: basic knit + pull on summer bottom + fashion sandal

Style Formula: color + neutral + neutral

What makes this interesting; the layered necklace and pop of bold color.

Outfit 2 - gauze pants

Outfit Building Blocks: fashion top + pull on summer bottom + casual sandal

What makes this interesting; mixing the texture of the hat, denim top, and gauze pants.

Outfit 3 - athletic dress

Outfit Building Blocks: active wear dress + sneakers

Style Formula: color + neutral + neutral

What makes this interesting; the pop of color in the hat and pattern in the sneaker.

Outfit 4 - jumpsuit

Outfit Building Blocks: casual jumpsuit + casual sandal

What makes this interesting; the layered necklace and platform sandal.

Outfit 5 - midi dress

Outfit Building Blocks: casual knit dress + fashion sandal

What makes this interesting; the all over pop of color in the dress.

Bonus - swim cover ups

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