With temperatures rocketing, the ultimate summer fashion trends are all about keeping you cool in more ways than one. From breezy linens to vibrant colours and easy-to-wear looks, summer 2024 trends combine comfort and style, for summer outfits that are perfect for warm weather. As every fashion enthusiast knows, the secret to flawless fashion is less about blindly following trends and more about finding signature pieces that reflect your style, suit the season and allow you to stay comfortable, whatever the weather.
Our spring summer 2024 fashion guide features the latest looks for women, men and kids, with must-have summer clothes that will see you through the hottest days. Give your wardrobe an update this season with our top picks for summer fashion essentials.
Must-Wear Summer Clothes for Women
Summer clothes for women
When it comes to summer clothes for women, this year brings a mixture of laid-back style essentials, from dresses to tops, summer fashion outfits and looks that take you from work to weekend. Must-wear summer clothes for your wardrobe this season put the focus on quality fabrics, relaxed fits and styles that are designed to keep you cool all day and all night.
Breezy Summer Dresses
No summer fashion wardrobe is complete without a selection of dresses for lazy weekends, nights out, lunches, errands or other special occasions. This year, the classic white dress is a must-have. Whether going for an evening-worthy style with Jazz-era style sparkles and embellishments, clean linens and timeless cuts or fun daytime dresses that can be worn to the beach, around town or anywhere else, the white dress is cool and refreshing. Boho dresses are another staple this season, bringing elements such as fringing, bold colours, relaxed fits and other details, making them easy to dress up or down. Floral dresses are ideal for the evening, whether you’re going for rose prints or dresses that have ruffling and other details that allude to flowery, summery style. Boho and floral dresses can be paired with sandals, strappy heels or flats, while white dresses work with every type of footwear, including white sneakers if you’re going for an ultra-casual look.
Top Picks for Summer Dresses
- Suspender Dress For Women - Commuting And Vacation Adjustable Shoulder Strap Large Skirt Dress
- Charlie Holiday - Plunge Neck Midi Dress Yellow
- French Connection - Women Floral Print Maxi Dress, Red Combo
Lounge Style
Nothing says elegant, quiet luxury like lounge style. This casual summer look is especially great for those who want the comfort of pyjamas while wearing pieces that are sophisticated enough to wear even for formal occasions. For this look, think loose-fitting fabrics, with wide-legged pants, comfortable shirts in sleek, quality fabrics, relaxed-fit jackets, simple flats and cool colours such as white, cream and pale shades of grey and beige.
Top Picks for Women Lounge Style
- ELLA - Printed Pyjama Pant Set
- Hunkemoller - Lace Detail Floral Cami
- Tommy Hilfiger - High Waist Pants
Swimwear
For swimwear, bold prints are seen in pools and beaches everywhere, including animal print and floral. One-piece swimsuits continue to be a popular choice, while contrast details are another trend to watch. Matching swimsuits and cover-ups are a great beach look - especially when paired with coordinated sandals.
Summer Footwear
Summer footwear for spring/summer 2024 features easy-to-wear styles that go with everything. Whether worn around town, to the beach, to work or after-hours events, summer footwear should always be comfortable. Flip flops and slides are casual staples, going with everything from dresses to capris, high-waisted pants, shorts and athleisure pieces. They’re also a must for beachwear - especially with swimwear and matching cover-ups. Classic Mary Janes can be paired with boho dresses for a vintage-style look, or with relaxed loungewear, shorts or blouses. Strappy sandals are the perfect choice to wear with white dresses, rose-print dresses, jeans or lounge-style looks, while leather sandals will pair well with tanks, polos, shorts, capris, dresses and skirts.
Top Picks for Women Summer Footwear
- Shoexpress - Solid Slip On Cross Strap Slide Sandals Black
- ELLA - Woven Circle Detail Flat Sandal
- Puma - Leadcat Unisex Slide Sandals
Casual Tops
Paired with capri pants, comfortable wide-legged linen pants, high-waisted trousers, shorts, athleisure looks or denim, casual tops are ideal for daytime. Key tops for your summer wardrobe include polo shirts, which are versatile and classic. Short sleeved tops in floral prints or bright shades can be paired with shorts and tailored pants for a balanced smart-casual look. You can never have too many tank tops and sleeveless tops - especially if you like to play around with colour. Neutral tanks in black and white are ideal for capsule wardrobes, while colourful tanks will add a pop of colour that suits the season.
Top Picks for Casual Tops
- NA-KD - Women V-Neck Short Sleeve Allover Print Blouse, Red
- RIVER ISLAND - Women V-Neck Sleeveless Textured Crop Top, Black
- ONLY - V-Neck Rib Crochet Top
Business Casual
Level up your summer work looks with business casual essentials. This look is all about high quality pieces that have a 90s style elegance. High-rise trousers, crisp but comfortable shirts, relaxed-fit jackets and comfortable flats are worn in neutral shades - especially grey, which gives this look even more elegance. It’s not just for work, either. It will work equally well for evenings out if you switch out flats for heels.
Top Picks
- Tommy Hilfiger - Women's Suede Pointed Mules - Suede upper, Green
- NASTY GAL - Premium Fabric Wide Leg Trouser Co-Ord
- DeFacto - Crop Jacket Collar Blazer
Top Summer Clothes for Men
Summer clothes for men
Summer fashion for men fuses comfortable fabrics and styles with outfits that are versatile enough for work, weekend and everything in between. The focus is on quality - especially when it comes to fabrics. Linen takes centre stage, due to its breathability and timeless style. Summer clothes for men include suits, shirts and shorts, along with sporty essentials, slides, preppy polos and other summer fashion must-haves.
Crisp Linen
With its lightweight, cool feel and its elegant style that suits every occasion, linen is a great look for the 2024 spring/summer season. For this look, think linen suits in neutral shades of cream, tan, beige and natural tones that go with everything. Pair crisp linen shirts with pleated shorts or chinos. Finish with loafers for an elegant look or leather sandals for a more casual look.
Top Picks
- Tommy Hilfiger - Men's Linen Chambray Stripe Espadrilles - Linen upper, Beige
- Tommy Hilfiger - Men's Short Sleeve Regular Fit Linen Shirt - Pure linen, White
- American Eagle - AE Linen-Blend Popover Shirt
Sporty Style
Athleisure looks are perfect for a year-round style. During the warm season, go for casual summer looks, such as active tops, swim shorts and bermudas, cropped denim, polos paired with track bottoms, and other pieces that have a sporty appeal.
Top Picks
Slides
Comfortable and easy to slip on and off, slides and flip flops are versatile and stylish. These casual shoes work well with everything from shorts to chinos and denim, making them a must-have addition to your summer footwear collection.
Top Picks
- Tommy Hilfiger - Men's Strappy Hilfiger Pool Flip Flops - Polyester, Beige
- Puma Leadcat Unisex Slide Sandals
- Kappa Men's Logo Detail Slides
Textured Polos
Polo shirts remain a summer classic for men and women. This year, textured polos are a trend to watch. Wear them with denim, chinos or shorts. Dress them up with shirts for a preppy look or dress down with sneakers for a more relaxed look. Go for lighter shades or try something bold to add a pop of colour.
Top Picks
- Tommy Hilfiger - Men's Th Monogram Embroidery Interlock Regular Polo - Pure cotton interlock, Green
- American Eagle Flex Pique Printed Polo Shirt
- American Eagle Pique Polo Shirt
Cute & Comfy Kids Summer Clothes
Summer clothes for kids
Keep your little ones up to date on trends with kids' summer clothes that are perfect for fun in the sun. This year, the focus is on summer children’s clothes that feature bright colours and prints, comfortable sets and other looks that add style without sacrificing comfort.
Fun Colour
Think bright, colourful clothing that is fun and just right for the warm season. As summer progresses into spring, colourful clothing is the perfect way to add a playful touch to your son or daughter’s wardrobe. Brightly coloured t-shirts, skirts, pants, dresses and other outfits will stand out on the playground, bringing plenty of happiness and getting into the spirit of summer.
Top Picks
- DeFacto Regular Fit Knitted Dress
- Adidas Kids Logo T-Shirt
- Tommy Hilfiger Girls' Gingham Check Dress And Scrunchie Set - Pure cotton, Pink
Coordinated Outfits
Another kids’ trend to watch is coordinated summer outfits. One-piece outfits such as rompers are ideal for toddlers and babies - especially with the addition of added details such as bright colours and fun prints. Clothing sets for girls give her a super-cute look. If you prefer going for something subtle this season, you could also go for the neutral trend, which uses boys’ t-shirts and tops in shades of cream, brown and off-white to give a more understated look.
Top Picks
- Elle Baby Pinafore Dress Top and Matching Knickers Set
- LILPICKS Colorblock T-shirt with Drawstring Short Set
- Adidas Infant Fruit T-Shirt Set
Sparkles & Metallics
Girls can go big this season with sparkles, metalics and all things bright and shiny. These are ideal for dresses and skirts, as well as everyday tops. For parties and special occasions, this look will make her feel like a princess. Add soft colours to balance out the sparkle effect, with pastel shades of pink, purple, yellow and other colours. Or, go extra bold and add brighter colour for a look that brings out her personality.
Final Thoughts
What makes this year’s spring/summer style guide so great is its versatility. With looks to suit every style, finding the right outfits has never been easier. With its focus on comfort, quality and a broad selection, updating your summer clothes wardrobe is easy.
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