Easy, breezy summer style. It's something most women crave once warmer weather finally shows up in late spring and summer. Staying cool and comfortable during the summer can be challenging when you have to balance being a mom, going to work, or finding appropriate travel attire. When temps soar and you're battling 90+ degrees day after day, the last thing you want to do is sweat through your clothing. We're here to share some easy, chic summer looks that will keep you cool and comfy in every situation you may find yourself in this summer.

Here are the top apparel pieces you need to have this summer...

A Maxi Dress

Ah, the maxi dress. They were made wildly popular a few years ago, and the trend has definitely stuck around for the long haul. Maxi dresses are extremely versatile and can be worn from day to night with ease. Pair a maxi dress with flat sandals for a casual daytime look. Kick it up a notch for the evening by changing out your shoes to a nice low heal or wedge and add a cute clutch to hold your personal items. Another great accessory to add for a daytime look is a sunhat!

A Denim Jacket

There probably isn't a fashionable gal out there who doesn't own a denim jacket. It's pretty much a staple for spring, summer, and fall fashion. Denim jackets are incredibly verstile and can be worn simply for amping up a certain look, or for adding a layer of warmth on cool evenings. For a chic summer look, pair a denim jacket with a sundress. It'll keep arms warm when going in and out of buildings. Everyone knows that air conditioning can really make you chilly when you have less clothing coverage, so it's a good idea in general to bring along an extra layer for warmth if needed. You can also pair denim jackets with flowy blouses and skinny pants for an edgier summer look.

Skinny Jeans

Just because it's getting warm outside doesn't mean that you should pack your skinny jeans away until autumn rolls around. Skinny jeans are so easy to dress up or down for any time of the year. Have fun changing up your summer look by pairing skinny jeans with easy t-shirts, sandals, and layers of stacked bracelets and long necklaces. You can wear skinnies underneath summery tunics for coverage, too. Skinny jeans look great with sandals and wedges and blouses. Add a cute blazer for a dressed up casual look, and pair with a clutch. Dressing up jeans is really in the way you style them. You can make the simplest t-shirt and jeans combo look extra amazing by adding heels and the right jewelry.

Sundresses

Perhaps the greatest friend to any gal during the summer months is a good sundress. Most women have a few that they keep in their wardrobes and love to wear during the really hot summer months. Sundresses are incredibly easy to wear. They're low maintenance, don't need a ton of accessories for added style, and they really help keep you cool when things heat up. They are great for casual day looks for home, running errands, around the office, or for traveling and sightseeing. Sundresses allow you lots of room to breathe and aren't restricting as far as movement goes. You can even find sundresses that are made specifically for being active, such as hiking, biking, camping, wearing to the beach, etc. If you don't own a sundress, consider investing in one or two that you can mix and match with other wardrobe pieces.

There you have it- the top pieces of apparel you need to have in your closet this summer. All of these pieces are must-haves to keep you looking cool, comfy, and tres chic all summer long. 

What types of looks do you love to wear during the summer?