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Affordable Euro Summer Capsule Wardrobe
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items The Euro summer wardrobe of my (and your) dreams. I've stacked this capsule wardrobe with swimsuits and beachwear, sundresses, flowy skirts, beach bags, sandals, and of course, jewellery and accessories to help you (and me) build up the summer wardro...
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Swimsuits + Beachwear
Dresses
Skirts
Shoes
Bags + Purses
Jewellery + Accessories
Swimsuits + Beachwear
Affordable swimsuits, sarongs, and cover-up pieces from H&M that have caught my eye this month
High-legged swimsuits are my favourite types of swimsuits and are flattering like nothing else. This one piece high-leg swimsuit comes with internal padding and for comfortable swimming
Women's Black Padded-Cup High-Leg Swimsuit | H&M US
This bikini set is one of the most beautiful sets I've ever seen. The color + the trim = magic
Women's Dark red Cheeky Tie Bikini Bottoms | H&M US
Halter-neck swimsuits are gorgeous to begin with but the trim on the neckline of this swimsuit makes it stunning
Women's Dark brown Padded-Cup Halterneck Swimsuit | H&M US
The cut of this swimsuit is a fun mix between a one piece and bikini that I've grown to like and the ring on the bikini bottoms of this piece is a gorgeous and subtle detail
Women's Brown Padded-Cup Bandeau Swimsuit with Cutout | H&M US
Another high-leg bikini bottom piece. The cut of the bottoms complement the tops perfectly
Women's Turquoise Brazilian Bikini Bottoms | H&M US
I think every woman should have a bright bikini set to take on warm weather vacations and I'd choose this set to be mine
Women's Turquoise Bikini Top | H&M US
The low neck and rib cut out of this one piece caught my eye and for good reason, it's stunning
Women's Dark blue Padded-Cup High-Leg Swimsuit | H&M US
For the girls who don't prefer beach cover-up dresses, these loose-fitting beach shorts are a much more flattering and comfortable option
Women's Cream Loose-Fit Beach Shorts | H&M US
A gem I found while making this list. The colour, the fabric, the design. It's perfect
Women's Light purple Crochet-Look Beach Skirt | H&M US
Personally, I prefer the look and feel of beach dresses, especially crochet ones so this piece is a dream cover-up dress for a Euro summer trip
Women's White Crochet-Look Beach Dress | H&M US
Another knit beach dress, this time a maxi dress with a low neck, rib cut style, and high leg slit
Women's Cream Rib-Knit Beach Dress | H&M US
Yet another knit beach dress. Are we surprised? The colour and maxi dress silhouette make it a classic beach cover-up
Women's Brown Pointelle-Knit Beach Dress | H&M US
Yet another knit beach dress, hello. The neckline and rib cut of this piece is more unique that anything else on this list and caught my eye immediately
Women's Light yellow Loose-Knit Beach Dress | H&M US
Large brands don't usually do Sarongs well, but H&M did beautifully with this colour and pattern
Women's Beige/leopard print Sarong | H&M US
Yet another sarong from H&M, it's simple but we all need something casual we can style with anything in our summer wardrobes
Women's Light yellow Crinkled Cotton Sarong | H&M US
The light pink stripe pattern on this piece is so bright and fun. It's perfect to bring a bit of color back into fashion and I've definately added it to my collection
Women's Light pink/striped Sarong | H&M US
The sequins on this sarong is dreamy. It gives it such a gorgeous glow
Women's Light beige Sequined Sarong | H&M US
Dresses
Summer dresses should be fun, breathable, walkable, and stunning, so these are the (moderately, I couldn't resist the 3 Anthropologie dresses) affordable pieces I've found
I looked at Anthropologies dresses for the first time while making this list and I'm so glad I did. The drop-waist and polka dot pattern is dreamy
Anthropologie Hutch V-Neck Drop-Waist Dress
Another Anthropologie polka dot dress, this time in black with a more laid-back silhouette, but God, I love it
Anthropologie Maeve Jamie Satin Halter Maxi Dress
The color + the style?! Halter-neck pieces and me are locked in
Anthropologie Elevator Disco Halter Midi Dress
See? I didn't lie. This gave me very CBK, whether it's the model, the photography, or the dress, I can't really tell, but I love it
Women's Black Linen-Blend Halterneck Dress | H&M US
The pattern?! Another halter-neck of course but the fabric pattern is gorgeous
Women's White/palm fronds Linen Halterneck Dress | H&M US
The color of this dress is bold and stunning without feeling too overwhelming, and that detailing on the bottom? Will be a first in my collection
Women's Yellow Halterneck Dress with Eyelet Embroidery | H&M US
The first Zara piece is this list I've had saved for a while. It's something about bubble dresses, not sure exactly what yet, but they feel so free and fun
BALLOON JUMPSUIT DRESS
This is the white counterpart of the ‘CBK’ dress. I feel it's more suited for summer days as opposed to nights
Women's White Flared Halterneck Dress | H&M US
The back? 100% The length + the neckline + the back (or rather lack there of it) = perfect
Women's Cream Drawstring Halterneck Dress | H&M US
A classic pink floral dress, Couldn't make a summer capsule wardrobe without it
Women's White/floral Strappy Dress | H&M US
Another bolder dress; the draping of the waistline reminds me of Mediterranean clothing. Almost like the ancient Roman or ancient Greek styles you'll see in films set there
Women's Orange Draped Halterneck Dress | H&M US
Skirts
For me, a summer skirt is light and airy, so here are m picks (affordable, of course, we got houses to buy)
Euro summers = maxi/midi skirts. This is a cream wrap skirt with a *nasty* slit, okay I'm being a bit dramatic, but it's perfect for travel and especially hot weather
Women's Cream Maxi wrap skirt | H&M
This skirt makes me feel like a princess and I think every woman deserves to feel like that at least once in her life. Twirl in it. Trust me
Women's White Lace-inset cotton skirt | H&M
I usually wouldn't go for a vacation skirt that looks this “stiff”, if that makes sense, but the color, small details, and silhouette is too stunning to pass up on
Women's BUTTER YELLOW TWIST-DETAIL MIDI SKIRT | H&M
The front?! I'm taken, the belt tie is gorgeous and so flattering. Again, a moveable maxi skirt, so absolutely perfect for summer
Women's Cream Crinkled tie-belt skirt | H&M
I've had dreams about a skirt like this. Do I need to say more?
Women's Cream/Polka dot Midi skirt | H&M
The light yellow is so gorgeous and a fun splash of color and the sheer skirt bottom makes it the perfect beach piece.
Women's Light yellow Sheer maxi skirt | H&M
Shoes
My speciality, a good shoe and bag combo hates to see me coming. Here are my affordable (the anthropologies were too good to resist) summer shoe recommendation
Yet again, Anthropologie. Hello?! The color, the texture, the gold? Yes ma'am
Anthropologie Jeffrey Campbell Bazaar Flip-Flop Sandals
Another Anthropologie, this time a classic heeled wedge sandal, it's foundational to a hot weather shoe closet at the end of the day
Anthropologie Dr. Scholl's Original Max Too Wood-Bottom Platform Sandals
I can admit, I was a hater of flip-flop heels & wedges in the start, and I haven't fully removed my hatred, but I've realised they can be done well, and I'd say this is a gorgeous one
Anthropologie Tony Bianco Swift Wedge Flip-Flop Sandals
I hate Birkenstocks, and I hate Birkenstock-equivalent shoes. BUT, these are undoubtedly some perfect walking sandals so I'll let them slide
Women's Brown Sandals | H&M US
A simple, classic leather sandal that you can never go wrong with. I'd be lying if I said I didn't have a couple pairs myself. They're perfect for walking and pair well with anything, especially maxi skirts
Women's Brown Leather Sandals | H&M US
Flip-flops are a classic for summer shoes, but if you, like me, despise wearing the brightly colored plastic and styrofoam eyesores, I present these
Women's Black Braided Flip-Flops | H&M US
Loved them so much I had to include them in gold. Hello?!
Women's Gold-colored Braided Flip-Flops | H&M US
Kitten heels work perfectly for summer. Don't shoot me, they do. Great to walk in and this pair is bright and gorgeous
Women's Beige Embellished Kitten-Heeled Sandals | H&M US
These shoes are fantastic for walking as they have support everywhere, and the wedge heel is so easy to move in
Women's Brown Wedge-Heeled Sandals
I wouldn't usually opt for a ballet flat type of shoe, but something about this one specifically is so ethereal I went for it and I was not disappointed. It's adorable, comfortable, and unbelievably fun to wear
Women's Powder Pink Lattice-Weave Mary Jane Flats | H&M US
Hear me out, sunset dinner with a certain matching midi polka dot skirt (😉), a black bag, fine jewellery, candle light, and good vibes. I don't really need to expand on that.
Women's Cream/polka dot Heeled Mesh Slingbacks | H&M US
Definitely a bolder choice, but I'm one of the girls who would make the conscious decision to go on a hike in 6.5-inch heels, so. I regret it every time, but I'll never stop doing it, and these shoes 100% feed my delusions. Gorgeous, support everywhe...
Women's Brown Heeled Espadrilles | H&M US
It's a refined flip-flop. Elegant styrofoam and plastic, if you will. I love it.
SLEEPERS high platform thongs in black | ASOS
The silver detail?! It's a gorgeous sandal that manages to be simple and extra at once and I love it.
Topshop Rolo hardware detail flat sandals in black | ASOS
I adore the shape and support of these shoes when walking long distances. It's comfortable, beautiful, and easy to add to accessories any outfit
Women's Black Sandals | H&M
Another kitten & flip-flop heel. Something about them is irresistible.
Topshop Emily pin mid heel woven toe thong sandals in black | ASOS
This one is for the women who like a bit more bedazzle in their style. Myself included. A mule, sandal. clog?! Didn't know I'd like it as much as I do. It's stunning
ASOS DESIGN Franco premium mule sandal clogs in olive suede | ASOS
And of course, a stunning heel for more laid-back settings. Beige, zebra print, and beaded? Who wouldn't fall head over heels for that?
Women's Light beige/zebra print Heeled Beaded Sandals | H&M US
Bags + Purses
Since I've been obsessed with bags since I was big enough to carry one, I hope you can trust my affordable summer bag picks
A classic, deep brown tote bag that makes a perfect neutral beach bag
Women's Dark taupe Knot-Detail Tote Bag | H&M US
This would be my favourite in this list so far, the weave texture, shape, and size make it such a gorgeous bag year round but especially in the summer
Women's Black Lattice-Weave Shopper | H&M US
The beads on the handle?! Another simpler bag with more subtle details, but the color and straw texture are so summery and beautiful
Women's Dark Beige Straw Shoulder Bag | H&M US
This is a much more fun bag I bought to take to dinners. The straw texture undeniably gives ‘summer’, and the zebra print adds some more ‘dazzle’ to the piece
Women's Beige/zebra print Straw Shoulder Bag | H&M US
Is it necessarily a beach bag? No. Is it exactly what I imagine a cool girls beach bag to look like? 100%. The colors are classic while the bags texture is so much more fresh and stunning. R.I.P if you get sand in there though
Accessorize nautical stripe macrame shoulder bag in blue and beige | ASOS
A classic, simple straw handbag that's a staple in really anyone' wardrobe
ASOS DESIGN straw hand crochet scoop shoulder bag in natural | ASOS
The pattern + the shape + the size + the shoulder carry = yes
South Beach oversized landscape shoulder tote bag in zebra print | ASOS
Since we can't ignore lighter color and prints, this raffia palm print bag stood out as a stunning beach tote bag (that won't let sand in)
Accessorize raffia palm print beach tote bag | ASOS
Yet again, the pattern + the material + The shape + the shoulder carry + the hand details = perfect. My neck tote bag purchase will be this one 100%.
South Beach oversized landscape shoulder tote bag with resin bead handle in chocolate brown | ASOS
I think this is the most ‘beach bag’ beach bag I've ever seen
Women's Light beige/Striped Straw shopper | H&M
And for the girls who love to carry their whole house outside with them (guilty), A beach tote that will fit all of that
ARKET summer beach tote bag in blue stripe | ASOS
Jewellery + Accessories
If only you could hear all the gold on me as I write this. You'd immediately understand why this is the largest section.
Hello?! The frame? The handles? The lenses? What?!
Kaiia exclusive smoky lens curved aviator sunglasses in brown tort and gold | ASOS
I did feel obligated to include a host of sea inspired jewelry, so. I do unironically wear these almost every day.
Women's Gold-colored Claw-Pendant Earrings | H&M US
Again, another summer classic. I just couldn't resist
Women's Gold-colored Starfish-Shaped Earrings | H&M US
The details on these? Yes ma'am.
Women's Gold-colored Seashell-Shaped Earrings | H&M US
This pair has a rosier gold tone that sparkles almost pink in direct sunlight
Women's Gold-coloured Seashell-Shaped Earrings | H&M US
The retro shape and design of these sunglasses are so nostalgic and the color of the lenses?!
Kaiia exclusive 90s rectangle frame sunglasses in tan | ASOS
Much simpler sunglasses, but we all need a few casual ones
Women's Dark brown Polarized Sunglasses | H&M US
A silver, shell-shaped hair clip? For all my type 4 sisters, clip it into the front of your afro like you would a flower clip, it looks adorable
Women's Silver-colored Shell-Shaped Hair Clip | H&M US
The green lenses + the gold frame? The colors compliment each other so well and the frame shape ties it all together
Women's Gold-colored/black Oval Sunglasses | H&M US
Again, couldn't resist the ocean themes, and I found this silver seashell-shaped ring so no regrets.
Women's Silver-colored Seashell-Shaped Ring | H&M US
The texture and different shapes on these pairs are gorgeous and so unique
Women's Gold-colored 2-Pack Organic-Shaped Rings | H&M US
I couldn't resist a couple bracelets, I found chunkier pieces better for beach days because they're easier to throw off if you want to go swimming while still giving you the filled out look a full finer stack gives you
Women's Gold-colored Chain Bracelet | H&M US
When building a good capsule wardrobe, good simple pieces are a must and this gold-colored waterproof chain necklace is a perfect pick. It's moderately affordable, especially for a waterproof piece and is simple enough to pair with everything and com...
Women's Gold-colored Waterproof Chain Necklace | H&M US
A sun hat is a must for a summer wardrobe, especially if you're less melanated, as sunburn will, in fact, take you out. But, for my melanated sisters, a sun hat is still an elegant accessory to add to your outfit and this H&M one is a gorgeous pi...
Women's Cream Sun Hat | H&M US
For another understated but still statement piece, flower-shaped earrings are a perfect pick especially for summer. Pairing these white and gold flower earrings with a flowy, white maxi dress with a messy, low 'fro? The perfect Euro summer fit
Women's White Flower-Shaped Earrings | H&M US
The hinged design on this cuff bracelet makes it easy to wear and fit to your wrist size, and the gold makes the perfect addition to any bracelet stack
Women's Gold-colored Hinged Cuff Bracelet | H&M US
Tortoiseshell is a classic for all glasses, and so these tortoiseshell sunglasses fit in perfectly with any capsule wardrobe
Women's Brown/tortoiseshell pattern Square Sunglasses | H&M US
Dangling earrings are a must-have for nightlife and dinnertime and these gold dangle earrings are a stunning accent piece I've added to my collection recently
Women's Gold-colored Dangle Earrings | H&M US
The lenses on these sunglasses? Not only is the visor shape stunning but the sunset ombre on the lenses completely sold me
Women's Brown Visor Sunglasses | H&M US
A set of colorful rings is a must for any summer trip, and I'm personally partial to a mixture of gold and a ‘stone’ texture. This gold and dusty brown and blue ring set check all my boxes for a natural vacation ring set and I'm willing to bet they c...
Women's Gold-colored/dusty blue 3-Pack Rings | H&M US
This set is better if you love details on your pieces and deeper tones. This set has a mixture of gold and dark brown and stunning detailing on the pieces themselves
Women's Gold-colored/dark brown 3-Pack Chunky Rings | H&M US
For an underrated color combination, look no further than light pink and burgundy. This bangle set pairs an under-appreciated color combo to make such a charming set for all seasons, but especially the summer time
Women's Light pink/burgundy 2-Pack Bangle Bracelets | H&M US
The shade of these sunglasses is gorgeous, and the wider rectangle frame makes them a stunning oversized sunglasses option that infuses color into your outfitts
Topshop Milan rectangle sunglasses in olive green | ASOS
Nothing does better than round frames with an orange lense, so I had to include two. This pair is a slightly larger of the two with a wider, oval frame.
Kaiia exclusive round frame orange lens sunglasses in black
These oval-framed sunglasses have a browner lense and a shorter frame that complement almost all face shapes and are a constant pick of mine when the sun comes out.
Weekday chunky oval sunglasses with brown lense in black | ASOS