Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits

Layer on a little lace to dress things up.
Set the mood by adding romantic lace to casual basics. "I like this outfit because it incorporates two of my favorite spring-summer trends, chambray and lace," says Jessica.


Jessica of Wardrobes and Whimsy wears a thrifted top and belt, a Ross skirt and Forever 21 shoes.

Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits

Flirt it up with fun summer colors.
Don't be afraid to show off your experimental side by mixing and matching contrasting colors. "Bright colors lift my mood, and this outfit is no exception!" says Kristina. "I love mixing different textures, like sequins, and playing with more than one color in an ensemble."

Kristina of Pretty Shiny Sparkly wears a Forever 21 skirt, a vintage top, Calvin Klein shimmer tights and leopard flats from Target.

Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits

Show off some skin with an unusual neckline.
The season's one-shoulder tops and dresses let you flaunt your fab arms without having to worry about roaming bra straps slipping you up.

Stella of Fab Gab Blog wears a BCBG Max Azria dress, a Liz Claiborne clutch and H&M shoes.

Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits

Dress around one showstopping piece.
Show off your favorite statement piece--whether it's a bright necklace, killer shoes or a sassy skirt--by keeping the rest of your outfit low-key. "This summer look is perfectly delicate but with a punch of color," says Taylor. "I love wearing a flirty and fun skirt on a hot summer day, and this one is great with the bright florescent flowers."

Taylor of Sterling Style wears a vintage top, a Forever 21 skirt and necklace, Dolce Vita shoes and a Banana Republic bag.

Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits

Stay cool in breathable fabrics.
"On hot summer days, I gravitate toward breathable fabrics like linen and stretchy cotton--and of course, bare legs," says Keiko. Note that "breathable" doesn't have to mean blah or floaty--Keiko's tight mini can really move!

Keiko of Keiko Lynn wears an H&M shirt, a skirt from Beacon's Closet and Dots heels.

Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits

Have a summer fling with warm-weather colors.
Next to midday margaritas and the smell of suntan lotion, nothing says summer like wearing sky blue and bright white.

Anna of Passport Glamour wears a vintage top, a Zara skirt and Aldo shoes.

Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits

Bring out your year-round heels at the peak of summer.
Your favorite pumps--you know, the ones you wear nonstop from September through February--can look just as fab now. Just lighten 'em up with a breezy summer dress and an "I'm on vacation" smile!

Christine of My Style Pill wears a BB Dakota dress, an Urban Outfitters belt and Steve Madden shoes.

Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits

Update your bold basics with cool prints.
Last year's brights and neons look off-the-vine fresh when paired with hip little prints and stripes. "I like this outfit because it's bright!" says Jessica. "The floral print and bright red work well together for a fun summer look."

Jessica of Wardrobes and Whimsy wears a Gap tank, a thrifted skirt and Nine West shoes.

Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits

Bring out your best vintage finds.
There's no better time to wear your so-filmy-it's-almost-see-through vintage dress than a summer's night. (FYI: Sometimes the harsh sunlight can drill right through fabric, making your, ahem, undergarments highly visible.) "I would wear this 1950s vintage yellow dress to a cocktail party or just out for drinks with my friends," says Alyce. "It's such a vibrant color and an instant mood lifter."

Alyce of The Vintage Valley wears a vintage 1950s dress found at Lucy in Disguise, Sachi brown clogs and a vintage brown waist belt.

Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits

Show your sundress who's boss.
Amp up the glamour factor of a simple sundress with a bold necklace and movie-star sunglasses. "One of the best things about summer is the ability to throw on a great dress and be done!" says Katy.

Katy of Kansas Couture wears an Aqua dress with a vintage necklace and sandals.

Glamour: 18 Hot Summer Outfits