{"id":127610,"date":"2019-08-08T16:04:25","date_gmt":"2019-08-08T21:04:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebudgetfashionista.com\/?p=127610"},"modified":"2025-10-18T09:47:00","modified_gmt":"2025-10-18T15:47:00","slug":"cotton-outfits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/fashion-trends\/cotton-outfits\/","title":{"rendered":"Cotton outfits: 5 cotton pieces to get you thru summer in style"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n<p>Cotton is an all-star summer fabric. The breathable material keeps you cool and comfortable during the balmiest days of the year, and has the added bonus of being naturally low maintenance. Because cotton holds up well through multiple washes, you can lean on your washer to freshen things up after a sweaty day.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As the hottest days of summer roll in, make a few of these cotton outfits your BFFs. You&#8217;ll close out summer in comfort and in style.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 cotton outfits on a budget<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The summer (Cotton) Dress <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" data-pin-description=\"Is there anything breezier or more relaxed than a white summer dress? Made with 100% cotton, this piece from H&amp;M is ideal for those steamy August days when you\u2019d much rather go bare-skinned.  #cottonoutfits\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-dress.jpg\" alt=\"White cotton dress \" class=\"wp-image-127634\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-dress.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-dress-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-dress-300x450.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption>Embroidered Cotton Dress, $59.99, H&amp;M<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Is there anything breezier or more relaxed than a <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.hm.com\/en_us\/productpage.0769777002.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">white summer dress<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>? Made with 100% cotton, this piece from H&amp;M is ideal for those steamy August days when you\u2019d much rather go bare-skinned. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Featuring a sleeveless silhouette, this midi-length style has a deep V-neckline and ladylike embroidery. Add a pair of strappy flat sandals and a floppy hat and you\u2019re ready to face the day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The cotton skirt <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" data-pin-description=\"A pretty A-line skirt is the perfect addition to any woman\u2019s wardrobe. Modcloth&#039;s Style Study skirt is a sweet and dainty choice for your busy agenda. #cottonoutfits\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-skirt.jpg\" alt=\"Patterned A-line skirt\" class=\"wp-image-127639\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-skirt.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-skirt-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-skirt-300x450.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption>Style Study A-Line Skirt, $49.99, Modcloth<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A pretty <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/a-line-skirt-2\/\">A-line skirt<\/a> is the perfect addition to any woman\u2019s wardrobe. Modcloth&#8217;s Style Study skirt is a sweet and dainty choice for your busy agenda. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wear this one out to sunny afternoon lunches with girlfriends or evening dates in the city with your special someone. Try it with a simple, colorful tank top or short-sleeve tee along with your favorite pair of wedges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Utility pants <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" data-pin-description=\"These Old Navy mid-rise utility pants pull on easily and promise to keep you cool thanks to their airy silhouette and soft ivory shade.  #cottonoutfits\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-pants.jpg\" alt=\"Cotton utility pants\" class=\"wp-image-127637\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-pants.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-pants-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-pants-300x450.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption>Mid-rise Utility Pants, $25, Old Navy<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer to wear something full length on a slightly cooler summer evening, don\u2019t nix the idea of pants completely. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These <a href=\"https:\/\/oldnavy.gap.com\/browse\/product.do?pid=413108022&amp;pcid=999#pdp-page-content\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Old Navy mid-rise utility pants<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> pull on easily and promise to keep you cool thanks to their airy silhouette and soft ivory shade. The gently tapered silhouette makes them the perfect partner for a light, tucked-in blouse and a pair of heels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cotton midi dress <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-dress2.jpg\" alt=\"Cotton midi dress with collar\" class=\"wp-image-127635\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-dress2.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-dress2-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-dress2-300x450.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/1lrk1ol\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ava &amp; Viv Collared Midi Shirt Dress, $20.98, Target<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><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>What to wear to work when it\u2019s nearly 100 degrees outside? Try a simple dress that\u2019s designed primarily with comfort in mind, like this one from <a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/1lrk1ol\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ava &amp; Viv\u2122<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>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thanks to its sleeveless cut, crisp collar, and midi length, it\u2019s ideal for a day at the office and adds a pop of fun color to your look. This is also a great choice for a laid-back weekend outing with the family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The summer jumpsuit <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-jumpsuit-300x450.jpg\" alt=\"Striped cotton jumpsuit\" class=\"wp-image-127636\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-jumpsuit-300x450.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-jumpsuit-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-jumpsuit.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/1kfz6lu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">June &amp; Hudson Striped Wide Leg Jumpsuit, $39.97, Nordstrom Rack<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><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course we&#8217;d include a jumpsuit here, for that undeniable ease and comfort. After all, the all-in-one outfit  makes getting ready for the day an absolute breeze. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The beauty of this <a href=\"https:\/\/sovrn.co\/1kfz6lu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">June &amp; Hudson<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> style is that it ticks all of the wardrobe requirements for a mercury-busting summer day. The light blush\/ivory color palette, short sleeves and wide-leg silhouette keep you cool and chic as you stroll the boardwalk with friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">And of course, shorts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It wouldn\u2019t be summer without a pair of brilliant shorts somewhere in the mix. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"600\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-shorts.jpg\" alt=\"Bright floral shorts\" class=\"wp-image-127638\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-shorts.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-shorts-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.thebudgetfashionista.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/cotton-outfits-shorts-300x450.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption>Printed Shorts, $69.90, Zara<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can count on these <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zara.com\/us\/en\/printed-shorts-p07751024.html?v1=15003073&amp;v2=1281828\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Zara printed 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> to make a serious splash when you want to dress up in a casual kind of way. The brilliant fuchsia-blossom pattern is irresistible \u2014 and all you really need is a white tee and a pair of flats to complete your look.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cotton is an all-star summer fabric. The breathable material keeps you cool and comfortable during the balmiest days of the year, and has the added bonus of being naturally low maintenance. Because cotton holds up well through multiple washes, you can lean on your washer to freshen things up after a sweaty day. 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