Dressing nice in the summer can feel rough, but adding a better than basic summer top can complete an outfit. Here are a bunch of fantastic Better Than Basic tops for summer.
We probably ALL have basics in our summer closet. But it’s those elevated pieces that really make your basics shine, and help you put together better outfits. Today I’m sharing my favorite better than basic summer tops that will add a great element to your outfit.
WHAT MAKES A SUMMER TOP BETTER THAN BASIC?
These are the kinds of tops that are a step above your basic t-shirts. We all have t-shirts, and they’re essential in a closet but they can be boring!
Here are some things to look for in a Better Than Basic top.
- Fabric – the quality or type of the fabric makes a big difference in how nice a top looks and feels. Linen, lace, eyelet, ponte knit, crisp cotton…all are great choices.
- Color – bright or saturated colors are fun and not so basic!
- Print – stripes, polka dots, floral, gingham,
- Shape – peplum, wrap style, button up, flowy, cropped, boxy, fitted – lots of options here!
- Sleeve and neckline details – puffed sleeves, square or v-shaped necklines, ruffle neck, ruffle sleeves, tie sleeves…so many more options here too.
There are so many great better than basic tops out there right now! Here are a few good ones, and I’ve rounded up more than 50 at the bottom of this post at all different price points and in all different colors and styles.
top left outfit links: FLORAL RUFFLE TOP | EVERLANE WHITE PANTS | SIMILAR DOUBLE STRAP SANDALS
top middle outfit links: WALMART WHITE RUFFLE SLEEVE TOP | ANTHRO COLETTE SKIRT | BODEN BELT | SIMILAR BALLET FLATS
top right outfit links: ANTHRO LACE TOP | ANTHRO COLETTE PANTS | SIMILAR SANDALS
bottom left outfit links: TARGET WHITE PINTUCK BLOUSE | ANTHRO DENIM SHORTS (sizing limited, SIMILAR HERE) | SIMILAR SANDALS
bottom middle outfit links: SEZANE BLOUSE | SIMILAR JEANS | POINTED TOE LOAFERS
bottom right outfit links: J.CREW FACTORY BLOUSE | EVERLANE WHITE PANTS | SIMILAR SANDALS
Amazon Favorite Better than Basic Tops:
