Summer Capsule Wardrobe: 60+ Chic Coastal Outfits
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There were seasons in my life where opening my closet felt like looking at a stranger's wardrobe. Nothing felt quite right, and the act of getting dressed was a chore rather than a feel-good routine.
It wasn't until I began dressing for the woman I wanted to become that I realized how much my clothes influence my mindset. I stopped asking, "What do I have to wear?" and started asking, "What would the woman I am creating choose to wear?" It sounds small, but that shift changed everything. This summer I’m enjoying wearing coastal luxury outfits for a relaxed, but still chic look.
By choosing a collection of timeless pieces, you can create over 60 coastal chic looks that help anchor your best identity every day. Here is the 17-piece summer capsule guide to creating those 60+ effortless outfits, moving beyond temporary trends toward a more intentional style.
The Essential Linen Jacket
To be honest I wear linen as soon as it gets warm and it's all I wear until it cools down in Fall. I love that linen makes me feel like I'm on vacation but always holds up in hot weather.
The Americana Vintage Sweater
My summers in Southern California mean beautiful, long days that stretch well past the sunset. We’ve had “May Gray’, and now we’re experiencing our typical “June Gloom” which is just a local’s way of describing our cloudy, overcast weather which is why this Americana sweater is perfect for cool, summer nights.
Timeless Shorts for Effortless Style
I’ve been searching for a great pair of shorts that don’t look sloppy and aren’t see through and I finally found these by Athleta. Relaxed fit linen is the way to go for great fitting shorts that look good with the linen blazer, the t-shirts and the Americana sweater. Everything I have listed in this post is meant to be mixed and matched to create 60+ outfits once you add in the shoes and accessories.
The Chic & Airy Skirt
This navy satin midi skirt adds a bit of elegance to the coastal chic look, and can be dressed up with the Rio thong sandals or dressed casual with the Puma lace sneakers.
The Perfect Pair of Coastal Pants
Linen pants are my spring and summer staple. They’re breathable, dry quickly, and the wrinkles add to the relaxed, coastal summer vibe. The denim capris offer a clean, polished look due to their high rise fit and sleek fit, and the touch of blue is spot on coastal.
The Capsule Dress
One dress and multiple outfits is my go to for my summer style. This maxi dress, the linen blazer or linen shirt tied at the waist (or both) and slipping into the butter yellow mules is the easiest outfit ever.
The Style Multipliers
I’ve found the key to 60+ chic coastal looks is all in the accessories. Airy sneakers keep me comfortable through the heat of summer, while a silk scarf tied to a bag or worn in my hair adds a touch of softness.
Pair these with classic, oversize sunglasses, stacking gold bracelets and the raffia bag and you have an elevated combination that carries you through every season with ease.
The Raffia Crossbody
I own three Longchamp bags and what I appreciate about them is their quality, craftsmanship and design. The Le Panier Pliage is an extra small crossbody made of raffia making it a great coastal chic accessory to mix and match between all of these outfit options.
Astrid & Miyu Celestial Stacking Bracelets
My husband and I discovered Astrid & Miyu last summer while strolling through London. The store felt so bright and welcoming and the jewelry was lovely. They have so many beautiful choices to choose from but to add a little extra shimmer to your coastal look, I love these gold stacking bracelets with celestial details.
How I Think About Dressing Intentionally
Getting dressed is a core part of my identity habits. When I script my future self, I visualize myself and my environment clearly—what I value, how I show up, who is with me, and yes, what I wear.
Does your current wardrobe reflect the woman you are calling into existence?
If it doesn’t, that’s okay, you can always transform your outfits. Choose clothes that signal to your subconscious that you have already arrived at the version of yourself you desire.
The goal isn't to have a "perfect" wardrobe, but to create a collection of pieces that remind you exactly who you are every time you open your closet.
When you look the way you feel inside, everything in life starts to feel a lot more effortless.
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