Do you identify as a night owl or a morning person? Even if your answer is the latter, my hunch is that any warm sentiments you might harbor have likely changed this summer. My theory is that even the most cheery person is likely feeling a twinge of existential dread, especially when they check their weather app in the morning. With extended heat waves worldwide, it’s only natural that grappling with the impacts of climate change before you’ve even had coffee is a lot to handle. Add to that the fact that you must determine the best thing to wear when it’s hot outside, and you have one anxiety-including process.
In short, mornings can be rough, even for the cheeriest of personalities. But what if getting dressed for a hot day wasn’t so daunting? I’m breaking down how to dress for excessive heat to make things easier for you. Ahead you’ll find the 19 best hot-weather outfit ideas, plus shopping recommendations to re-create each look. No matter where you live or what your morning routine is, these outfit formulas will make getting dressed one less thing to worry about.