7 SUMMER ESSENTIALS EVERY WOMAN NEEDS

Dallas fashion blogger wearing a black puff sleeve top and black denim shorts for summer

Happy Friday ladies! I’m excited to share 7 must-have summer essentials with Nordstrom that I think every woman needs. I personally couldn’t live without these functional summer wardrobe must-haves and if I had to bet I’m guessing you can’t either. Nordstrom is always my go-to destination when it comes to adding anything to my wardrobe no matter what the season or the piece.  Whether it’s a trend piece I’m on the hunt for or a simple wardrobe basic I can always find it at Nordstrom. I’m featuring 2 different summer looks plus 7 summer wardrobe essentials that will make getting dressed every single day this season so much easier for you!  These will no doubt be the items you turn to every day to create easy and effortless summer looks. I have made a list to guide you through all of my must-have summer staples that I wear a ton and couldn’t live without! I hope these pieces and looks help you to have your chicest summer ever!!

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SUMMER WARDROBE ESSENTIALS:

1.)AFFORDABLE SUMMER TOPS:

This beautiful black top is from a new line called OPEN EDIT – a new line from Nordstrom that is incredible chic and very budget-friendly! A neutral summer top will take you so many places this summer because you will be able to wear it anywhere, anytime. All of the ones I’ve linked above are under $100 and would be great additions to your summer collection. The one I’m wearing runs true to size, I’m wearing an XS.

 

2.) FLATTERING SHORTS:

The denim shorts I’m wearing in both looks are the Dee shorts by Agolde, and I swear by these because they are hands down the most slimming pair of shorts I’ve ever owned. They are high-waisted with an inseam longer than your average pair of denim shorts making them very age-appropriate. They run true to size, I’m wearing a 25.

3.) STRAW HAT:

The exact hat I’m wearing is sold out, but I linked some of my other favorites at Nordstrom so you really can’t go wrong. A straw hat is a neutral accessory every woman should own, especially in their spring and summer wardrobe collection. I am a huge fan of a straw hat – they are perfect for the beach, the pool, or just to wear as an accessory with your everyday summer outfit.

 

Dallas style influencer wearing black shorts and a summer hat Dallas blogger wearing a black top with puff sleeves and a gold Valentino belt So Heather Blog wearing black denim shorts and a neutral hat for summer

TOP XS // SHORTS 25 SIMILAR  // CROSSBODY BAG SIMILAR // SUNGLASSES SIMILAR // STRAW HAT SIMILAR

 

4.) AVIATOR SUNGLASSES:

I truly believe that aviators are the most flattering shape for all face sizes! Personally, I love the lighter colored ones… especially for blondes. Aviator styled sunnies will never go out of style which means you should definitely invest in a good pair that you will have for years to come.

 

Dallas style blogger wearing a chic white button-down and denim shorts with a YSL handbag

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dallas blogger So Heather Blog wearing a straw hat and a chic short-sleeved button-down top

5.) WHITE BUTTON-DOWN:

Whether it’s short sleeve or long sleeve, a white button-down is one of summer’s most essential basics. The exact one I’m wearing is by Madewell and is unfortunately sold out but this one is also by Madewell and very similar! I love the fact that it’s short sleeve, looks good with shorts and jeans, and is a timeless piece I’ll wear again and again. It runs true to size, I’m wearing an XS.

 

Dallas blogger wearing denim shorts and a white button-down

6.) LOW HEELED SANDALS:

Low heeled sandals are perfect for wearing with shorts, skirts, jeans, and dresses proving their versatility and wearability. I love a minimal sandal for summer in a beige, metallic, or ivory shade because it will elongate the legs making you look taller and slimmer! If you’re looking for more ways to look taller and slimmer, check out my recent YouTube video titled: HOW TO LOOK TALLER AND SLIMMER.

 

Dallas fashion blogger wearing denim shorts and a button-down for summertime from Nordstrom

SHIRT SIMILAR // SHORTS 25 // GOLD HEELS SIMILAR // CROSSBODY BAG SIMILAR // SUNGLASSES SIMILAR

 

7.) RAFFIA HANDBAG:

If you look back to the bag I’m wearing in look 1, you’ll notice I’m wearing a version of this bag style which I love. It’s very chic and perfect for summer because this raffia material is so lightweight and versatile so it will go with everything!

 

 

 

 

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Thank you so much for stopping by today, I truly appreciate all of you!

XOXO, HEATHER

 

 

SUMMER WARDROBE ESSENTIALS

My mission is to empower women to look and feel confident. I hope through the different looks I create that I am able to inspire YOU to express yourself in a way that makes YOU feel good – on the inside and on the out. If you wear what you love and what you feel your best in your confidence will shine through and that is the best accessory a woman can wear! Every woman deserves to look and feel like the best versions of themselves, no matter what their age!

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