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Italian Cool Girl Style - Summer Edition
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items Though not yet an Italian Cool Girl myself, I am an avid student of how they dress, especially in the warmer temperatures and I've gathered my findings here for you! My biggest takeaway is to pair a print with a solid color that is part of the print'...
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Pants/Bottoms
Tops
Dresses
Pants/Bottoms
These pants are so comfortable and I feel so stylish when I wear them! The wide leg style is super popular here in Italy, especially in the warmer months!
The Colette Cropped Wide-Leg Pants by Maeve: Ponte Edition
How does one survive the heat of an Italian summer? Linen everything! And then you flee the city for beaches where the water looks like blue gatorade
The Colette Cropped Wide-Leg Pants by Maeve: Linen Edition
As a member of the thick thigh club, I approve these long flowy shorts that look professional with a tailored European look
The Avery Pleated Trouser Shorts by Maeve
These are more for the casual setting such as the beach or weekends for Italians (from what I've seen). I have a copped pair of these from a few years ago and I adore them, the linen is thick quality and keeps me cool!
Linen Pull-On Pant
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This outfit is a great example of something I would see around Rome! Printed bottoms with a solid color top that matches!
4" Twill Pull-On Short
Typically I see this type of skirt on the younger women when out and about! It looks well put together and the linen is great in the heat!
Lina Linen Mini Skirt
Something light weight but breathable for those hot days! I like the khaki green color for a pop of something interesting, but black is also really easy to match with (and won't show stains if lunch gets messy!)
High-Waisted Crinkle Gauze Super Wide-Leg Pants | Old Navy
Linen is always the way to go when possible! Sweat? I don't know her!
High-Waisted Linen-Blend Wide-Leg Pants | Old Navy
Tops
When its really hot I see these linen tanks paired with printed pants or shorts and somehow the women don't break a sweat so there's magic there somewhere
Linen Racer Tank
Someone's rich aunt in Rome is wearing this paired with some crisp, brightly colored pants right now!
Cashmere-Linen Shoulder Cut-Out Sweater
While I personally have not been able to figure out how to rock a sleeveless linen blazer, it is a popular look here, especially in the more professional districts!
Lina Linen Vest
Flowy to stay cool while still looking structured, this type of top is popular!
The Dylon Short-Sleeve Wide-Placket Top
With the buttons to add some interest, this top is really easy to pair with a solid color bottom. Add some gold jewelry and you're chic to go!
Button-Down Crepe Tank Top | Old Navy
Unfortunately I can't pull off these super cute ruffles, but I see them as a trend all over!
Ruffle-Trim Mixed Material Top | Old Navy
This denim top looks perfect for keeping cool in the summer heat but also pairing with bottoms for an easy but purposeful look
Button-Down Denim Swing Top | Old Navy
The pattern on these tops are perfect to pair with a solid color bottom!
Trapeze-Neck Floral Top | Old Navy
I love how this denim top has a subtle enough pattern to add interest, while still being fairly neutral!
Cropped Square-Neck Denim Top | Old Navy
Dresses
The beautiful tailoring of this dress captures the effortlessly put together vibes that Italian women have achieved
Mari Draped Midi Dress
The crocheted look is super popular here, whether tops, skirts, or dresses, the texture makes for super interesting outfits!
Endless Rose Sleeveless Textured Midi Dress
These mini dresses with the short sleeves are popular with all ages around here!
The Pollie Short-Sleeve Swing Tunic Mini Dress
The subtle addition of the belt of the side is very Italian!
By Anthropologie Halter Belted Mini Dress
I won't lie to you, the young women of Rome are bringing back the business casual look when they go out with friends. Just keep them away from the chunky necklaces and skinny scarves
Vest Mini Dress
Love love love a linen dress! Over here I would say the women tend to stick with a solid color and then get creative with accessories
Fit & Flare Sleeveless Linen-Blend Midi Dress | Old Navy
If you, like me, prefer a jumpsuit to a dress (and saving your thighs), something like this is simple enough to blend in with the cool girls, and easy to accessorize to give off that effortless “oh this? I just threw it on!” vibe
Button-Front Cami Jumpsuit | Old Navy