What is the summer chic dress code?

Summer chic blends airy summer pieces with polished elegance. Your look should feel stylish, yet comfortable and light. So there’s no need for a tie or a three-piece suit , but it’s not about showing up in shorts with a T-shirt and flip-flops either. This dress code shows you pay attention to your appearance, while dressing appropriately for the season. You’ll mostly come across summer chic at summer weddings, beach or garden parties, and informal business events in summer.

By Pascal·19-12-2025·Calculate reading time
What is the summer chic dress code?
Summer chic combines airy summerwear with polished elegance, keeping you stylish and lightly dressed for summer weddings and warm-weather occasions.

What does a summer chic outfit look like?

With summer chic, you combine items that unite quality and elegance with summery comfort. Light fabrics, calm colours and a well-groomed yet relaxed look. Below are a few essentials:

Summer chic styling

  • Let summery colours play the leading role: white, light blue, sand, camel, taupe and olive green.
  • Natural materials such as linen, cotton and merino are the perfect base; they breathe and look luxurious.
  • Wearing prints? Keep them subtle. Think of a micro-check, chalk stripe or a light stripe.
  • Leave the top button of your shirt or polo open for a relaxed impression. A stylish pair of sunglasses and a nice watch complete the look.
  • Visible socks are an absolute no-go with this style. Wear no-show socks or nothing at all

Summer chic don’ts

With Summer chic, you look effortlessly well-groomed without an overload of details. So keep in mind that you don't wear the following:

  • Sportswear or casual streetwear
  • Striking prints or bright colours
  • Too dark colours or heavy, thick fabrics

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