Forget a White T-Shirt—This Pretty Top Is the Hero of My Summer Wardrobe
I don’t know about you, but this summer I’m looking for outfit inspo more than ever. And this week, as I was scrolling through Instagram and Pinterest, and noticed one common theme with every look I saved down: they all featured camis. Yes, every single outfit I was planning on recreating in the next few weeks had a pretty camisole top as its base, and that got me thinking, are camis set to surpass my white tee as my most-worn summer staple? I think so…
Not to be confused with tank tops or vests, the on-trend top is mostly characterised by thin spaghetti straps and a V-neckline, though it can also feature a round or cowl neck. It can be made from cotton fabric, but typically it is a satin design, often with a lace trim.
While a cami top offers an elevated alternative to ribbed vests and T-shirts, it’s just as versatile, and in the last seven days I’ve spotten it styled underneath a cardigan with a mini skirt, with a sweatshirt and wide leg jeans in the transitional seasons and under an oversized blazer complete with tailored trousers to see you from the office to date night.
To prove my point, I’ve rounded up my five favourite camisole top outfits for the season ahead. Scroll on to see the looks and shop all the pieces you might need to recreate them yourself.
See the Camisole Top Outfits I'm Copying This Season:1. Cami Top + Wide Leg Jeans + Suede Loafers
Style Notes: Yes, we all rely on the classic jeans and a T-shirt ensemble for off-duty days throughout the year, but I'm switching up the look by simply swapping the tee for a cami top this summer. If you feel the cold, then layer with a button-front cardigan.
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Style Notes: Capri pants—otherwise known as pedal pushers for the 80's and 90's kids—have returned. If you're unsure how to style the 3/4 length trousers, simply add a cami top that skims the hips and offers a flared hem to contrast the slimline bottoms. Pair with flip flops or ballet pumps in the day, alternatively opt for a kitten heel come the evening.
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Style Notes: A co-ord makes for fuss-free styling, but delivers maximum effect. What I love about this look is the cami top can sit over the bottom layer, or be tucked in to give the illusion of a one-piece dress. Genius!
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Style Notes: A camisole top can be a short version of the timeless satin slip dress, but it can also bridge the gap between a tank top, too. Case in point is Hannah's outfit. Whether you opt for a satin, lace, or cotton cami top, it can be paired with your favourite denim jeans and boots for a casual, yet put-together, look.
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Style Notes: Layering dresses over trousers was another popular '90s look, but Loïcka Grâce has made a case for it decades later. I recommend opting for one colour and the same fabric (typically satin fabric) across the cami top, skirt and trousers, to help with the fluidity of the layered look. However, you can get creative with this look by opting for a cami top with lace detailing, asymmetric hems and injecting colour into the separate layers too.
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