Summer is at the forefront of my mind right now, and my fashion-editor senses are tingling with all the chic and fun outfits I’m conjuring up for the warm-weather months ahead. For me, there’s nothing like the thrill of putting together a great outfit. Whether it’s effortlessly layering the perfect pieces, playing with volume and lengths, or merging two colors in fashion harmony, the way we style our staples and statement pieces can make a world of difference in our ensembles.
If you’re looking for a little summer outfit inspiration that won’t cost you your entire paycheck, then you’ve come to the right place. Today, I’m sharing eight chic and fashion-forward Nordstrom outfits I’ve assembled—with each look clocking in at $300 or under. Keep scrolling below for plenty of outfit ideas for every occasion, from vacation-ready outfits to city-sleek summer looks.
Look 1: $164
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For a fun and casual summer look, opt for a cool graphic tee, breezy linen shorts, trending jelly sandals, and a colorful beaded necklace. This outfit is ideal for summer weekends and OOO days.
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Junk Food
Peanuts Snoopy New York Cotton Graphic T-Shirt
Petit Moments
Janet Beaded Bracelet
Caslon
Linen Drawstring Shorts
Steve Madden
Seasalt Flip Flop
Look 2: $298
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When you want to stay cool and polished in the summer heat, simply dress up a pair of chic linen shorts with sleek black accessories and a minimalistic boatneck top.
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Reformation
Dusk Stretch Knit Top
Madewell
Puffy Buckle Skinny Leather Belt
Open Edit
Everyday Pleated Linen Blend Shorts
Open Edit
Tori Kitten Heel Sandal
Madewell
The Camren Mini Bag
Look 3: $288
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This is the perfect look to take you from meetings to margaritas and everything in between. A chic linen vest and white pants look perennially polished. Tan strappy sandals and stud earrings add the perfect finishing touch.
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Open Edit
Linen Blend Vest
Ettika
Aura Swirl Stud Earrings
Open Edit
The Curator Trousers
MANGO
Slingback Kitten Heel Sandal
Look 4: $285
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Lean into this season’s must-have butter-yellow color trend with a chic and easy dress—the kind you can dress up or down for day or night. Simply style it with sleek black accessories.
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WeWoreWhat
Scoop Neck Midi Dress
BP
Narrow Oval Sunglasses
HALSTON
Tasha Shoulder Bag
Open Edit
Tori Kitten Heel Sandal
Look 5: $260
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Lace skirts are trending this season. For summer cocktails, style this one with its matching camisole top, a cord necklace, and gold kitten-heel sandals. You can easily swap out the kitten heels for black thong sandals for a cool daytime look.
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LIONESS
Tidal Pointelle Camisole
Rubi Shoes
Cord Pendant Necklace
& Other Stories
Oval Sunglasses
LIONESS
Tidal Pointelle Asymmetric Midi Skirt
Steve Madden
Cary Heeled Sandal
Look 6: $291
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Give your summer look sporty-meets-preppy Miu Miu vibes and opt for short nylon shorts paired with cool suede boat shoes and a classic striped button-down. A baseball cap and summery shoulder bag add the perfect finishing touch.
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MANGO
Stripe Straight Button-Up Shirt
LIONESS
Twilight Stripe Low Rise Nylon Shorts
Dalix
Spritz Embroidered Everyday Hat
Steve Madden
Sag Boat Shoe
Look 7: $300
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Here’s an outfit that will take you from beach to bar in utmost style. Style a linen skirt set with your chic one-piece and finish with a freshwater pearl necklace. You’re now resort ready.
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Open Edit
Sleeveless Linen Blend Top
Missoma
Square Freshwater Pearl Pendant Necklace
PacSun
Tomi One-Piece Swimsuit
Open Edit
Linen Blend Wrap Skort
Look 8: $183
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Your carefree vacation outfit, found. All you need is a simple white linen minidress paired with raffia accessories and a charm necklace. Finish with salty sea air and an Aperol spritz!
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Open Edit
Sleeveless Linen Blend Minidress
Steve Madden
Boardwalk Slide Sandal
Rubi Shoes
Pendant Necklace
BP
Crochet Stitch Straw Bucket Hat