{"id":118813,"date":"2018-07-26T21:10:15","date_gmt":"2018-07-27T02:10:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebudgetfashionista.com\/?p=118813"},"modified":"2025-10-18T09:47:49","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T15:47:49","slug":"wear-when-hot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/fashion-trends\/wear-when-hot\/","title":{"rendered":"What to wear when it feels too hot for clothes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>If it feels like a sauna out there and you can\u2019t imagine stepping out in anything but cut-off shorts and a tank, you&#8217;re not alone. The entire country is awash in what feels like a permanent heatwave.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, it\u2019s typical of summertime \u2014 but there are ways to get through the sludge in the air without sacrificing your amazing sense of style. Here are five pieces you can easily wear when it simply feels too hot for <em>anything<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best clothes for hot weather<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The linen dress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An airy, lightweight dress made with linen is a great choice for the hottest days of the year. Opt for a light color like white or blush. You&#8217;ll remain cool even when soaring temperatures threaten to overwhelm you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/linen-dress.jpeg\" alt=\"White linen dress\" class=\"wp-image-118824\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/linen-dress.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/linen-dress-240x300.jpeg 240w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Garnet Hill\u2019s Linen Pleated Surplice Dress ($98) is an outstanding choice for its feminine silhouette, clean lines, and crisp white hue. Slip into a pair of wedges or slides and you\u2019re ready for anything, from a poolside barbecue to lunch with the ladies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"276\" height=\"503\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/f21-linen-dress.png\" alt=\"Cream off-shoulder linen dress\" class=\"wp-image-118825\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/f21-linen-dress.png 276w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/f21-linen-dress-165x300.png 165w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 276px) 100vw, 276px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A less spendy option is this off-shoulder piece ($19) from Forever21, featuring handy front hip pockets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The lightweight tee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The key to comfort in the summer is to wear the right materials. A cotton T-shirt is lightweight, breathable, and ideal for any casual situation on your warm-weather agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/t-shirt-small.jpg\" alt=\"Everlane t-shirt\" class=\"wp-image-118826\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/t-shirt-small.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/t-shirt-small-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/t-shirt-small-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/t-shirt-small-65x65.jpg 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.everlane.com\/products\/womens-air-oversized-crew-tee-black?collection=womens-tees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Everlane\u2019s The Air Oversized Crew Tee<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><g id=\"wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\" fill=\"none\" clip-path=\"url(#clip0_31_188)\">\r\n                            <path d=\"M9.16724 14.8891L20.1672 3.88908\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M13.4497 3.53554L20.5208 3.53554L20.5208 10.6066\" stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\"\/>\r\n                            <path d=\"M17.5 13.5L17.5 16.26C17.5 17.4179 17.5 17.9968 17.2675 18.4359C17.0799 18.7902 16.7902 19.0799 16.4359 19.2675C15.9968 19.5 15.4179 19.5 14.26 19.5L7.74 19.5C6.58213 19.5 6.0032 19.5 5.56414 19.2675C5.20983 19.0799 4.92007 18.7902 4.73247 18.4359C4.5 17.9968 4.5 17.4179 4.5 16.26L4.5 9.74C4.5 8.58213 4.5 8.0032 4.73247 7.56414C4.92007 7.20983 5.20982 6.92007 5.56414 6.73247C6.0032 6.5 6.58213 6.5 7.74 6.5L11 6.5\" stroke-linecap=\"round\"\/>\r\n                        <\/g>\r\n                        <defs>\r\n                            <clipPath id=\"clip0_31_188\">\r\n                                <rect fill=\"white\" height=\"24\" width=\"24\"\/>\r\n                            <\/clipPath>\r\n                        <\/defs><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($25) is a great example of a shirt that ticks all the boxes: it\u2019s forgiving, it pairs well a pair of linen pants or shorts, and it goes with nearly everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The mesh top<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wearing a little mesh doesn\u2019t make you an automatic contender for a music video from the 1980s. Adding some ventilation to your wardrobe is a great way to get some air, stay just covered up enough, and rock a touch of high-fashion chic at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"387\" height=\"573\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/old-navy-t.png\" alt=\"Old Navy pink mesh t shirt\" class=\"wp-image-118828\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/old-navy-t.png 387w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/old-navy-t-203x300.png 203w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 387px) 100vw, 387px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This Old Navy Mesh-Back Side-Tie Performance Tee ($22.99) offers everything you could possibly want of a warm-weather ensemble, from a loose fit to a pretty hue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The wrap skirt<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Function and fashion go hand in hand when the design is thoughtful enough to keep you cool while supporting your penchant for high style.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"870\" height=\"870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/target-wrap-skirt.jpeg\" alt=\"Mustard wrap skirt from Target\" class=\"wp-image-118829\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/target-wrap-skirt.jpeg 870w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/target-wrap-skirt-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/target-wrap-skirt-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/target-wrap-skirt-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/target-wrap-skirt-65x65.jpeg 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 870px) 100vw, 870px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A wrap skirt, such as this one from <a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/rshg24g\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">A New Day<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($16.08), goes from sporty to sassy with ease. On ultra-warm days, it\u2019s a choice partner for a cropped tank top and a pair of sporty slides. You can even throw it on with a bikini or swimsuit before strolling the boardwalk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The airy shorts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Easy does it in a pair of shorts that marries the sporty practicality of your favorite leg-bearing garment with the sweetness of a feminine skirt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"780\" height=\"1197\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/airy-shorts.jpg\" alt=\"Denim ruffle shorts\" class=\"wp-image-118830\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/airy-shorts.jpg 780w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/airy-shorts-195x300.jpg 195w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/airy-shorts-768x1179.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/airy-shorts-667x1024.jpg 667w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 780px) 100vw, 780px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Opt for something that feels as light as it looks, like these <a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/1905h60\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">BP. Tie Waist Chambray Shorts<span class=\"wpil-link-icon\" title=\"Link goes to external site.\" style=\"margin: 0 0 0 5px;\"><svg width=\"24\" height=\"24\" style=\"height:16px; width:16px; fill:#000000; stroke:#000000; display:inline-block;\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:svg=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"#wpil-svg-outbound-7-icon-path\"><\/use><\/svg><\/span><\/a> ($45). Its ruffled hemline and wide self-tie belt make it the perfect partner for a plain white tank or a cropped top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have a favorite style to get you through a heat wave? Share in the comments!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If it feels like a sauna out there and you can\u2019t imagine stepping out in anything but cut-off shorts and a tank, you&#8217;re not alone. The entire country is awash in what feels like a permanent heatwave. 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