You know that feeling when you step outside and — for the first time in months — you don't need to wear a jacket? Or boots? Or multiple layers? Well, it seems like we're finally there.
We've survived March's snow, April's scattered temperatures, and are finally ready for May to come at us with some perpetual sunshine and warm weather days. Because really, summer is so close we can (actually) feel it — and at this point, we couldn't be more ready to spend our lives in lightweight frocks, slip-on sandals, and bathing suits. With that, it's time for a closet refresh; out with the puffer jackets, in with the printed shorts. Let these 31 looks ahead be all the inspiration you need for having the best dressed month, ever.
Yes, it's finally romper season, which means you can get an entire outfit out of one little piece. Talk about easy-breezy.
Alice McCall romper , Cuero&Mør bag, VU sunglasses.
Photo via @alyssainthecity.
Long live denim. This month, warmer weather suggests ditching your favorite pair of jeans for a lighter-weight dress — and we're 100% on-board.
ASOS dress, shoes, bag, and bandana.
Photo via @barbienox.
Loose layers and soft-to-touch fabrics are the key to making it feel like you're wearing loungewear all the time.
H&M top, EDITED.de shoes.
Photo via @cloudy_z.
So many florals, so little time — but this white, front-button shirtdress doesn't feel like your average, flower-power piece.
Warm NY dress, Dorateymur shoes, B O Y Y bag.
Photo via @damikwon_.
Seriously, what doesn't look good with gold platforms?
Johanna Ortiz top, Osman pants, Laurence Dacade shoes, Celine sunglasses.
Photo via @desertmannequin.
This top is actually a button-up shirt, completely reimagined as a halter top. Consider that.
H&M pants, Zara shoes.
Photo via @double3xposure.
Nothing makes a statement like a major statement shoulder.
Rosie Assoulin top, Natasha Zinko shorts, Golden Goose shoes.
Photo via @gogoluxe.
If you're anti-floral (but thinking of giving the pattern one more try) opt for a longline, black-based version.
ASOS dress, Public Desire shoes.
Photo via @hannahlouisef.
A low, block-heeled sandal is about to become your new best friend. We recommend buying in multiple colors.
Innika Choo top and shoes.
Photo via @innika.
Yes, you can match your skirt to your shoes and yes, it can look really damn good.
J. Crew top, Etsy skirt, Prada shoes.
Photo via @jennymwalton.
Take the athleisure trend into summer by pairing your go-to sweatshirt and kicks with some cut-off jorts.
Vintage Frames sunglasses, Vans shoes.
Photo via @jordynwoods.
Skip the heels with your party dress in favor of a classic (and way more comfortable) pair of brogues.
Peter Pilotto dress.
Photo via @jxxsy.
Few pieces are as throw-on-and-go as a shirtdress. If you don't have one in your collection, now's the time to invest.
Photo via @krista_anna.
Nothing says "I wish I was at summer camp" like a good pair of denim overalls.
Acne Studios top, Levi's overalls, Givenchy bandana, Nasty Gal glasses.
Photo via @latelyivebeenme.
If you're not totally on-board with ditching your all-black-everything aesthetic, consider swapping out your everyday black bag for a piece that's slightly more colorful.
Pomikaki bag.
Photo via @lindatol_.
To make shorts feel a bit more formal, opt for a high-waist, thicker fabric, and bold hue.
Photo via @lisafolawiyo.
Summer sweat calls for loose silhouettes and thin fabrics.
Zara top, Dodo Bar Or skirt.
Photo via @lucywilliams02.
When all else fails, an off-the-shoulder top + wide-legged jeans + simple mules = a no-brainer outfit equation.
Finders Keepers top, Style Mafia pants, Simon Miller bag.
Photo via @lusttforlife.
Reminder: Even if your outfit is loud, it's okay to go loud with the accessories, too.
Muzungu Sisters bag.
Photo via @manrepeller.
Blue is the new black — swap out your go-to color in favor of something slightly brighter, but just as versatile.
Gucci shoes.
Photo via @maria_bernad.
All-white can tend to feel overly-dressy (even if it's not meant to). By sticking to denim (and finishing with some laid-back accessories, like classic Converse sneakers), this monochromatic look seems like it was made for daytime.
Citizens of Humanity pants, Converse shoes, Acne Studios sunglasses.
Photo via @materialgirlmagazine.
Your weekend uniform: Revisited, revised, reworked.
Photo via @mybubbaandme.
Make a statement by going loud with a piece (or two). These orange shorts pack just the right amount of punch, without being too much.
Zara top, 2NDDAY shorts, Fendi sunglasses.
Photo via @neonhue_.
Sometimes, the more color, the better.
ASOS dress, Aquazzura shoes.
Photo via @pandorasykes.
A literal take on "ballet flats," these lace-up kicks are wearable, easy to walk in, and can be worn to an array of occasions.
Photo via @ploychava.
For an off-the-shoulder number that feels different from everyone else's, look for a bold color (like pink) and interesting sleeve details (like contrasting ribbon-ties).
MSGM dress, Allison Mitchell bag, Katharine Page sandals.
Photo via @seaofshoes.
Take your bathrobe outside the bedroom by pairing it with Bermuda shorts and a bra top. It doesn't sound like it'd work, but it does.
Alexander Wang top, Tibi shorts, Etro robe.
Photo via @shionat.
Only chilly days, stick to two old reliables: A solid pair of mom jeans, and a slightly-oversized bomber jacket.
Gosha Rubchinskiy top, TPN pants, A-Lab Milano shoes.
Photo via @valentinasiragusa.
If you're a dress kind-of girl, don't miss out on adding this season's must-have silhouette, the vyshyvaka (a traditional Ukranian garment), into your arsenal.
Vita Kin dress.
Photo via @vyshyvanka_by_vitakin.
Take your grandma heels into summer by dressing up a simple tee and shorts.
Alexander Wang top, Sonia Rykiel shorts, C é line shoes, Loewe bag.
Photo via @wethepeoplestyle.
Pink pants because, why not?
Gucci pants, Josefinas shoes.
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