20 Summer Wardrobe Essentials You Need in 2021

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20 Summer Wardrobe Essentials You Need in 2021

Hey, fashion lovers! It’s me, your resident shopaholic. On this fine July day, I am back with some helpful summer outfit suggestions. These past few months have led me to discover the best bodysuits and comfy linen shorts to wear again and again this summer.

Recent shopping trips (virtual and in-person) have taken me to places like Abercrombie and Walmart for plenty of my summer wardrobe essentials. I’ve built up my summer collection to include staple pieces to wear throughout the hot months ahead. Today I am sharing 20 of those summer wardrobe essentials for you to check out and add to add to your closet!

1. Bodysuits

Sofia Jeans by Sofia Vergara Women’s One-Shoulder Bodysuit - 20 Summer Wardrobe Essentials for 2021 - Affordable by Amanda

Sofia Jeans by Sofia Vergara Women’s One-Shoulder Bodysuit (M) // LOFT Pull On Wide Leg Pants in Birds of Paradise Linen Blend (M) // Wide Brim Straw Boater Hat // Walmart Melrose Ave Vegan Leather Slip On Flat Mules

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2. Mini Dress

20 Summer Wardrobe Essentials You Need in 2021 - Affordable by Amanda

Tie-Strap Slim Waist Mini Dress (M) // Natural Tan Straw Bag // Maren Square Toe Espadrille Slide Sandals – Universal Thread™ // Tarte SEA Salt Lyfe Duo Lipgloss

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AE Puff-Sleeve Babydoll Mini Dress

AE Puff-Sleeve Babydoll Mini Dress (M) // Francesca’s Collections Remie Ring Convertible Backpack // Straw Rattan Headband // Kendra Scott Natalie Gold Hoop Earrings

How to Build a Summer Wardrobe - Summer Wardrobe 2021 - Summer Essentials 2021- - 20 Summer Wardrobe Essentials - Affordable by Amanda

Eyelet Tiered Swing Dress (8) // Vince Camuto Jellisa Espadrille Wedge Sandals (10) // Top Handle Clutch Bag

3. White Tops

4. Denim Shorts

Shell Bow Strap Smocked Cami (M) //Abercrombie & Fitch 90s High Rise Cutoff Shorts (10) // Rattan Straw Satchel Bag // Double Knotted Espadrille Slide Sandals 

AE Tie-Strap Smocked Cami (M) // AE Highest Waist Denim Mom Shorts (size:10) // Madewell The Kiera Mule Sandal in Woven Leather (size:10) // Straw Tote Bag

5. Neutral Sandals

6. Straw Bags

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7. Straw Hats

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8. Two-Piece Swimsuits

No Boundaries Junior’s Wave One Shoulder Ruffle Top Swimsuit (M) // No Boundaries Juniors’ Waves Shirred Mid Rise Bottom Swimsuit (

No Boundaries Junior’s Wave One Shoulder Ruffle Top Swimsuit (M) // No Boundaries Juniors’ Waves Shirred Mid Rise Bottom Swimsuit (L) // Straw Top Handle Bag // Jack Rogers Classic Jacks Flat Thong Sandals // Women’s Packable Boater Hat

9. Sunglasses

10. Linen Shorts

LOFT Beach Floral Tie Front Top and LOFT Beach Floral Pull On Shorts - Summer Outfit - Affordable by Amanda

LOFT Beach Floral Tie Front Top (M) // LOFT Beach Floral Pull On Shorts (M) // H&M White Round Braided Shoulder Bag // Double Knotted Espadrille Slide Sandals 

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How to Build a Summer Wardrobe - Summer Wardrobe 2021 - Summer Essentials 2021- - 20 Summer Wardrobe Essentials - Affordable by Amanda

Cropped Tie-Front Linen Set Top (M) // Linen-Blend Pull-On Shorts (M) // H&M White Circle Rattan Bag // Wide Brim Straw Panama Sun Hat // Gold and Brushed Brass Mixed Shape Drop Earrings // Emilie Gold Multi Strand Necklace in Iridescent Drusy // Scoop Wrapped Block Heel Sandal

11. Quilted Slide Sandals

12. One-Piece Swimsuits

Time and Tru Women’s Chocolate Mousse Smocked One-Piece Swimsuit | Affordable by Amanda

Time and Tru Women’s Chocolate Mousse Smocked One-Piece Swimsuit (L) // Straw Top Handle Bag // Time and Tru Women’s One Strap Demi Wedge Sandals // Women’s Straw Boater Hat

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13. Tie-Front Tops

14. Matching Set

LOFT Paradise Button Peplum Cami - LOFT Pull On Wide Leg Pants in Birds of Paradise Linen Blend 

Paradise Button Peplum Cami (M) // Pull On Wide Leg Pants in Birds of Paradise Linen Blend (M) // Rattan Straw Satchel Bag // Double Knotted Espadrille Slide Sandals 

15. Gold Accessories

16. White Denim Shorts

Scoop Women’s Blouson Sleeve Top | Scoop Women’s Vintage High-Rise Distressed Denim Shorts | Affordable by Amanda

Scoop Women’s Blouson Sleeve Top (M) // Scoop Women’s Vintage High-Rise Distressed Denim Shorts (10) // Essie Top Handle Satchel // Amazon Gold Heart Initial Necklace // Time and Tru Women’s Ankle Strap Espadrille Flats (10) // Kendra Scott Natalie Gold Hoop Earrings

Free Assembly Women’s Cropped Tank Top | Scoop Women’s Vintage High-Rise Distressed Denim Shorts | Affordable by Amanda

Free Assembly Women’s Cropped Tank Top (m) // Scoop Women’s Vintage High-Rise Distressed Denim Shorts (10) // No Boundaries Contemporary Messenger Crossbody Handbag // Time and Tru Women’s Ankle Strap Espadrille Flats (10) //Kendra Scott Natalie Gold Hoop Earrings

17. Neutral Athletic Sneakers

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18. Smocked Cotton Dresses

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R.Vivimos Women's Summer Cotton Ruffled Mini A-Line Dress

R.Vivimos Women’s Summer Cotton Ruffled Mini A-Line Dress (M) // H&M Straw Boater Hat // Target Women’s Miriam Double Knotted Espadrille Slide Sandals – A New Day™ (size:10)

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19. Romper

Jeanewpole1 Womens Floral Wide Leg Rompers Spaghetti Strap Tie Ruffle Short Jumpsuits

Jeanewpole1 Womens Floral Wide Leg Ruffle Short Romper // Handwoven Rattan Satchel Purse // Chunky Gold Hoop Earrings // Athlefit Women’s Platform Sandals Espadrille Wedge

20. Beach/Pool Coverup

Walmart Time and Tru Women’s Storm Blue Stripe Swimsuit Bikini Top | Time and Tru Women’s Storm Blue Stripe Swimsuit Bikini Bottom

Time and Tru Women’s Storm Blue Stripe Swimsuit Bikini Top // Time and Tru Women’s Storm Blue Stripe Swimsuit Bikini Bottom // Time and Tru Women’s Long Chiffon Cover Up // Target Women’s Ama Quilted Slide Sandals

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