SUMMER DEMANDS a wardrobe reset. The days are hotter and longer, so retiring those heavy layers is a non-negotiable. It’s time to lean into something lighter. And if there’s one season that rewards effortlessness, it’s summer.
But refreshing your summer wardrobe doesn’t mean starting from scratch. The smartest approach is about refinement: updating the pieces you already love, investing in a few that do the heavy lifting and embracing fabrics that can handle the heat.
So, before the season really sets in, take stock. Clear some space, rethink your staples and consider how your wardrobe can work for you. These are the essentials that’ll carry you through summer in style.
1. Kojo Fit Chino Shorts
Kojo Fit Chino Shorts are built different. Made with a breathable performance-stretch fabric and leg length options that flatter, these will keep you cool and turn heads while doing it.
If you want versatile shorts that go with anything and let you stand out from the crowd, these are the essential summer style upgrade.
The classy chino shorts, with activewear-like comfort.
2. Uniqlo Linen Blend Relaxed Pants
Linen is the fabric of summer. For the more formal occasions where pants are necessary, having something lightweight and breathable is a must. These ones from Uniqlo will do nicely.
3. Industrie Long Sleeve Linen Shirt
Likewise, a linen shirt is also essential. For the same reason that it’s breathable and tidy enough for formal occasions.
4. Ray-Ban RB3588 Sunglasses
Summer is not the time to forget the importance of eye protection. Although, a good pair of sunglasses will offer more than its primary function. After all, framing your face is one of the most important steps in completing an outfit, and how you do it can determine whether you’re on point or out of touch. This metal-frame pair from Ray-Ban is an easy win.
5. Rodd & Gunn Knit Polo
This lightweight knitted polo is crafted from a soft, natural cotton and features subtle stripe detailing. Perfect for a mediterranean summer, it’s built for leisurely days under the sun.
6. A plain white T-shirt
No piece of clothing is more essential in summer than a plain white T-shirt. It’s an easy base for many outfits and can anchor your more adventurous fashion choices. Like with everything else on this list, go for something lightweight and breathable.
7. Performance Bamboo Boxers
Your day starts and ends with your underwear, so don’t let uncomfortable undies hold you back. Kojo Fit’s Bamboo Boxer Shorts are made for movement, and crafted to prevent seams rubbing you in the wrong areas. These are breathable, bamboo-soft, moisture-wicking essentials that keep you cool, dry, and confident from your morning gym sesh to late-night plans.
8. Coco Gianna Swim Shorts
It’s summer, so you’ll inevitably be spending a lot of time in the water. As such, a reliable pair of swim shorts is a must. In terms of fabrics, you have some more freedom here. Just pick something that aligns with your style. That said, you can’t go wrong with this striped pair from Coco Gianna.
