Street Style

As we move into the balmy days of Summer, we're always in search of those chic looks that will help us stay cool. Enter community member houseofjeffers's breezy look. Her sleeveless silky blouse, lightly tucked into her diaphanous fishtail polka-dot skirt, created a perfectly polished look for those scorching Summer days. A shining silver cuff added personality and shine to her cool look for hot days, while ankle-strap heels finished her outfit off with added height.

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With Memorial Day weekend on the horizon, and even more quick Summer getaways on the docket, we're prepping with a refresher in minimalist packing. Because as much as we love feeling ready for any dress code, it's not exactly fun lugging around an overpacked bag, either. Cutting down on what makes it inside your weekender bag has everything to do with staying calm, cool, and collected. Ask yourself: What's the weather going to be like? Are there any formal evening events involved? Is there room to recycle outfit pieces? Those answers should help shape the contents of your packing strategy, along with employing a level of self-restraint, of course. Read on for our quick tips for packing (light) like a pro. Have one to share? Do so below!

• Don't underestimate the power of making a list. Write down the bare essentials of what you'll need for your trip, wherever the final destination may be. Key word here is basic: bras, underwear, socks, a pair of jeans, a warmer layer for the evenings, a chic go-with-everything dress, and so on. Then, follow your list without exception — it'll help you to not go overboard when you start digging into your wardrobe.
• Do be reasonable. Override that voice in your head trying to convince you that you absolutely need six tops for a three-day trip. You don't . . . and the practical you knows that.
• Don't skimp too much. If you know that you're going to a wedding with formal dinners planned every night, then yes pack a few extra dresses. The trade-off? Include a neutral-toned pair of ankle-strap sandals that go with each outfit, so you don't have to overload on the shoe front.

More tips after the jump!

Consider this a fresh take on a classic striped dress. Community member JackieGiardina kept it simple and summery in her chevron-print A-line frock in complementing shades of blue. She echoed the angular print of her dress in her structured metallic shoulder bag — keeping her look Summery and preppy — and added an element of the unexpected with a pair of leopard-print platforms for added personality.

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This is how to pull off Summer layering right. Community member Beans66 infused her casual look with retro style, thanks to a polka-dot chambray shirt layered under a faded green-and-white striped cardigan. A pair of white jeans kept the mood of her layered ensemble light and summery, while her mint-green bag and nude shoes tied her outfit together with added style and polish.

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Community member euphoriasroom styled her leather skirt perfectly, thanks to a Summer staple: the lace top. Her cute cream top complements her skirt's orange hue, while keeping her outfit's overall feeling light and seasonal. Knowing that these late Spring days are filled with fickle weather, a cream sweater around her shoulders provided extra warmth (just in case). Her beige flats and neutral-toned necklaces finished off the lace and leather look with subtle polish.

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A peplum top may be a ladylike staple, but community member fadelamecheri shows how to style one up for a day downtown. Her black top gets added sex appeal from a strategically placed cutout, while her colorful pants added a splash of personality to the mix. Adding the perfect amount of polish to her bohemian look are a pair of dark sandals, making this the perfect ensemble to transition effortlessly from day to night.

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