Serena's Summer Staples

No summer wardrobe is complete without the essentials. They're those small little details that can either make or break an outfit. Whether you need a closet refresh or revamp, I've created a small list of some of my favorite summer essentials for 2022 that you can add to your wardrobe!

Versatile Dress:

Everyone needs a little black dress in their wardrobe, but it's also a great idea to have a versatile summer dress that can be worn from day to night and styled in many different ways. A white dress or a black dress would be a great option to start with. Right now, I am loving the ribbed midi dress trend and I was able to style it in three different ways already. For the first option, I went somewhat dressier, the second is more of a sporty look and the last look is super casual. You can also add it some heels and a jacket if you want to elevate your look even more!

Cutout Swimsuit:

Nothing says summer essentials like a swimsuit that makes you feel like a million bucks and this year's summer trends definitely include cutout swimsuits! Whether you like cutouts or not, every girl needs a swimsuit that makes her feel confident, and like she's having her hot girl summer. I've also added an arrangement of some of my other favorite must-haves for the pool or beach like self-tanner, a beach bag, my favorite straw hat, neutral sandals, scrunchies, sunnies and denim shorts.

Straw Bags/Totes:

You don't have to have a straw bag just for vacation — a bag that can be used during the summer besides going to the beach is a great essential to have. The rattan or straw texture really screams summer and it adds that boho element to any outfit. I personally love the rattan material for crossbody bags and the straw or jute textures for totes. Whether they're big or small, they're always a summer staple.

Blog By: Serena Javens | @serenaajoyce