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The Floridians have spoken.
Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women’s.
1. Linen pants because it’s time we ready our wardrobes for the only season that matters: summer. The lightweight fabric makes these a shoe-in for the title of “only thing I wear” through October.
2. A lightweight matching set that can turn a walk around your local lake into a romantic gondola ride in Venice if you dream hard enough.
3. A pair of cargo joggers for a breezier, less constricting upgrade to the black leggings you’ve been wearing for the past decade. Plus, you can put the fanny pack down — these have five pockets for storage.
Promising review: “Perfect hiking and climbing pants. These are my favorite pair of pants. They are moisture-wicking and hold their shape after a long day of use. Super comfortable and practical.” —Sabine
“These joggers fit the bill for me. I needed lightweight pants to wear while working in the yard. We live in the heavily wooded boondocks of Florida, and working in the yard without getting eaten up by mosquitoes and other insects is a challenge. These pants are lightweight and breathable enough to wear when it’s warm, and at the same time, help to ward off the bug bites.” —Hello
Get them from Amazon for $34.98 (available in sizes XS–3XL and 16 colors).
4. A racerback tennis dress that is appropriate for all manner of sports (I’m talkin’ golf, pickleball, hiking, etc.), but equally fantastic for hours-long strolls through new cities. It’s athleisure and vacation attire in one.
5. Or! A tennis dress with a gorgeous open back described by one reviewer as being “perfect for a hot day” which is music to the ears of anyone who is perpetually sweaty the minute the parkas are packed away.
Promising review: “Bought this for a trip to Disney. Super comfortable and cool for summer heat in Florida. The only con is having to undo the top to go to the bathroom!” —Sarah Copeland
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and in seven colors).
6. A swing dress you’ll find yourself gravitating toward for any occasion. It all lies in the power of shoe choice: Pair this with heels for tasting course dinners or with sneakers for that ~aesthetic~ coffee shop you found on Instagram.
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Promising review: “Love the color and fit; will be ordering more colors in the future. Great piece for Florida weather. I bet it would be awesome for a cruise or other summer vacation.” —Michelle Barkley
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes XS–5X and in 39 colors).
7. A long-line padded tank that reaps the versatility of a tank with the sweet, sweet support of a bra thanks to a body-hugging fit. TL;DR: going braless will have never felt so secure.
Promising review: “Did an easy 5k run today in this top. I wore the white one, and it wasn’t see-through. It was comfortable, kept me cool, and didn’t leave me soaked in sweat from the Texas summer heat.” —Erin Leeper
Get it from Amazon for $21.99+ (available in sizes XS–3XL and in 29 colors).
8. A high-low dress about to become your plus one to every outdoor farmhouse chic wedding complete with string lights, personalized cocktails, and photo booth props.
9. A pair of drawstring shorts if you love the *look* of biker shorts but hate the feeling of tight fabric on your upper thighs as temps soar. These are the perfect blend of airy and cute.
10. A lightweight long-sleeved UPF 50+ T-shirt that provides sun protection and prevents any smelly odors from forming (because all deodorant effectiveness goes right out the window the moment you start to sweat, and that’s not up for debate).
Promising reviews: “Withstood the Arizona heat test. I wore this on a bicycle ride under my jersey. It was 104 degrees. It was cool! I even tried one sleeve up to compare arms and the covered one was cooler because the radiant heat of the sun was hot! I sprinkled my sleeves with water, and it was really cool for a while. I got it because my skin is starting to get age spots even with daily sunscreen so I have to cover up.” —Saltwater girl
“Purchased this shirt for my daughter who suffers from solar urticaria. This shirt has been wonderful for her and has made it possible for her to enjoy being outside a bit without slathering sunscreen on everywhere. She lives in the South where it’s hot and humid, and the shirt is lightweight and wicks sweat away and dries quickly after washing.” —B Falkner
Get it from Amazon for $27.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and in 12 colors).
11. An off-shoulder maxi dress designed with the phrase “wardrobe staple” in mind — the kind of number you can wear to weddings and birthday dinners *or* for a stroll along a beach boardwalk.
12. A high-waisted palazzo trouser for a flowy staple that’s great for team meetings, happy hours, and pretty much everything else in between. Now repeat after me: chic.
13. A two-pack of crewneck tees, because it’s about time you bid adieu to the ratty old gym shirt you’ve been wearing for the past, oh, decade. These are simple, sleek, and crafted with a moisture-wicking material.
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Promising review: “Super comfortable for hot climates! I am in and out of the South Carolina heat in the summer and these keep me cool while looking a little more professional than a more running style shirt. They do run longer in length which I like because everything stays covered, they are not super clingy or tight, and are very comfortable.” —Amazon Customer
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $20.08+ (available in sizes XS–6XL and 23 color combinations).
14. A maxi dress highlighting the crème de la crème of fashion designs: pockets. Throw in super soft fabric and you’ve got yourself a recipe for perfection.
15. A surplice dress available in solid colors and a snazzy leopard print, the latter of which I personally intend on purchasing in preparation for my eventual Disney vacay (inspired by the below reviewer).
Promising review: “This dress is very easy to care for. You can dress it up or wear it casual. So comfortable. I live in South Florida and it’s become a staple for business, business travel, and daily wear.” —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $18.42+ (available in sizes XS–6X, two fabrics, and 16 colors).
16. Flowy linen pants serving main character energy from your favorite rom-com. They demand to be worn throughout a romantic summer spent traveling through Europe. We don’t make the rules.
Promising review: “I ordered these for a beach vacation and they were perfect. So comfortable and sizing was true to size. I’ll wear these all the time as I live in Florida. Definitely want to order another color.” —dianna folkers
Get it from Amazon for $34.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 15 colors).
17. A drawstring romper with all the comfort of the pajama set you’ve been wearing to bed since 1893, but it’s not fuzzy fleece rubber duck pajamas and ergo a *lot* more chic.
18. An off-shoulder bodycon lauded by reviewers for a comfortable and stretchy fabric that doesn’t wrinkle, ergo you won’t have to break out that clunky steamer that..maybe doesn’t even work properly? I swear the wrinkles are still there after I use mine.
19. A T-shirt dress equipped with both a tie-waist and pockets, the latter of which are the sole requirement I’m looking for in an article of clothing.
Promising review: “This is a soft and comfortable dress. The length is perfect. The sleeves are a nice length. It’s so soft and cool in the hot, humid Florida weather. It’s like wearing a soft T-shirt, but much prettier. Every time I wear it, I get compliments on how nice it looks!” —GW
Get it from Amazon for $36.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 23 colors).
20. A pajama set here to nudge your high school gym shorts and old soccer team T-shirt into retirement. Sweaty sleepers, this cool-to-the-touch bamboo fabric is *especially* divine for you.
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Promising review: “These are my favorite pajamas I have! I live in Arizona and it’s just so hot here, but these are nice and cool and lightweight. They are as close to wearing nothing as you can get while wearing pajamas.” —Kindle Customer
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes S–4XL and in 20 colors).
21. A floral print romper if you love the look of dresses but are terrified of sudden gusts of wind. This gives you the silhouette of a short mini *but* the flowy shorts mean you can cartwheel in public without panic. *attempts a cartwheel at 26* *is in pain for a week straight*.
Promising review: “WOW! Do yourself a favor and buy this romper. What a hit. I LOVE the bright green color, the neckline is super cute without being too low, and the romper actually fits! Has a zipper on the back and the bow tie sleeves so it’s pretty adjustable. The fabric is light and silky which I love for hot summers in Florida!” —Jordan Marie
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 20 colors).
22. A maxi dress you’ll wear with alarming frequency. Think: every. single. day. due to its lightweight material, a versatile design, *and* the fact that it has pockets.
Promising review: “This is very comfortable and flowy. Wore it all day and didn’t want to take it off because of how comfy it was. I got lots of compliments on it at my baby shower — I’m eight months pregnant in Texas and it’s HOT here.” —Lorin Rae
Get it from Amazon for $33.99 (available in sizes 14–26 and in 41 colors).
23. A high-rise exercise skort (a product name that may or may not transport you back to middle school) with built-in shorts and mesh pockets, the latter of which mean you can carry cards or cash — without having to lug around a crossbody, which adds at least 10 pounds of heat when the temps rise above 85.
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Promising review: “I live in the South where it gets uncomfortably hot in the summer, so I wanted a skirt that would look cute, keep me cool, look like something that is casual like shorts, but a tad more comfy. This skirt fits the criteria! The inner leg pocket is big enough to hold a large iPhone, and the pocket on the waist would hold a key and some credit cards. So, if you plan on going to a festival, baseball game, or somewhere you don’t want to have to carry a bag, these pockets would work well for holding important items.” –CupcakeBaker
Get it from Amazon for $28.99 (available in sizes XS–XXL and in 12 colors).
24. Compression shorts available in three lengths, with even the ~shortest~ version ensuring that your assets won’t be on full display with every step you take. Throw in the fact that these have pockets and voila, warm weather dressing just got a whole lot easier.
Promising review: “I live in Florida and it’s hot, but I enjoy running so long leggings are becoming out of the question for me. I don’t like short shorts and these are just absolutely perfect as far as length and fit goes. I’m getting back into running again and these actually stay up and in place.” —JL
Get it from Amazon for $18.88+ (available in sizes XS–3XL and in 36 styles and colors).
25. A sleeveless T-shirt dress to replace the leggings you’ve been wearing since, oh, last October. This equally comfortable option won’t retain humidity and allows your limbs to feel some breeze.
26. Baggy overalls (with pockets!) for anyone who detests having to scrounge up a matching top and bottom, plus wants to look peak Instagram-worthy in their loungewear — all you’ll have to do is slip this on over a bralette *or* a sleeved tee.
27. A strapless floral maxi that feels like it should come with an all-inclusive resort package because, wow, this is a vacation dress if I ever did see one. Slipping this on will make afternoon Zoom calls feel as if they’re taking place somewhere tropical.
Promising review: “I absolutely love this. Super cool and comfortable for hot Florida weather, but material is not see through and feels so good and soft on. I couldn’t wait to wear it for an afternoon outdoor birthday party we attended!” —Laurie H.
Get it from Amazon for $47.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and in 30 colors).
28. A V-neck nightgown for anyone who wants to go pants-less while trekking to the kitchen…but lives with a ton of roommates. Your perfect solution resides below.
Reviews have been edited for length and/or clarity.