Hanes Moisture Wicking Short Sleeve Shirt

The onset of warm weather is the best time to start shopping for your summer wardrobe. Whether you live in a cold climate and only see a few short months of sunny weather or get to enjoy warm temps year-round, there is something so fun and exciting about shopping for women’s casual summer clothing.

What kind of items do you need to have in your summer wardrobe? T-shirts are a summer staple no one can live without. Classic white is a great choice, as are other solid colors. Some people prefer graphic tees which include cheeky sayings or funny illustrations. Tank tops and camisoles are another great item to stock up on for the summer. Some prefer them with shelf bras while others don’t. Tank tops and camisoles are also perfect for layering under cardigans or blouses when it gets cooler again.

Don’t forget skirts, dresses and rompers, which can easily be dressed up or down. When you pair them with a straw hat and sandals, you’re ready to hit the park or beach. If you add a pair of strappy heels and a glittery clutch, you’re ready for a night out on the town.

While summer weather is typically warm, it can sometimes get a little chilly, especially in the evening hours. Don’t forget to look for a chic cardigan, denim jacket or stylish kimono to layer over your outfit when the breeze starts to get a little chilly. You can opt for neutral tones such as black, grey or white so you match with any outfit, or go with something bright like red or orange to add a little accent color.

• When you’re looking for women’s casual summer clothing, it’s important to carefully select the fabrics. This can make all the difference between feeling cool and comfortable or hot and sweaty.
• Cotton is a no-brainer because it is a natural fiber which allows the body to breathe fully through the material. This keeps you cool and reduces the amount of dampness on your clothing. Cotton comes in many different styles and blends, and can be used for skirts, dresses, shirts and pants. If you don’t like ironing, then stay away from 100% cotton as it can get wrinkly, and opt instead for a cotton blend. Keep in mind that cotton will show damp patches, so go with light colors where possible.
• Another great summer fabric choice is linen, which is a loosely woven natural fiber. It allows the heat from your body to escape through the fabric, keeping you airy and cool. Not only that, linen absorbs moisture and dries fairly quickly. Keep in mind that pure linen can be very wrinkly, so you have to be able to rock the crinkly look. Linen blends are less likely to wrinkle. The more you wear and wash linen, the more comfortable and less wrinkly it becomes.
• Silk is a lightweight material that can be a good choice for the summer months. The fabric feels weightless and comfortable in hot climates. However, silk doesn’t absorb moisture as well as cotton or linen, so if you tend to sweat you may end up with stains on your silk clothes. Opt for loose-fitting silk clothing, as that will require less contact with your body, and result in less sweat stains.