1. A two-piece set made from soft-as-a-kitten ribbed knit fabric that can moonlight as pajamas or a WFH uniform (or both) pending your preference. Promising review: "PERFECT for BRUNCH, travel, happy hour.
It is a GRAB-AND-GO outfit. Throw it on, add wedges, a bracelet, a necklace, and VOILÀ — CHIC pantsuit and SO COMFORTABLE." — LeeLoo Get it from Amazon for $22.
97+ (available in sizes S–XXL and in 15 colors). 2. A swing dress described by one reviewer as a "great travel piece" you can wear on any occasion.
It all lies in the power of shoe choice: Pair this with heels for tasting course dinners or barefoot if you plan on just padding around the house. Promising review: "Not too long or too short! This is cool, flowy, great fabric that is machine-washable and fits me super nicely without being tight in the chest. Perfect for dressing up with heels or just wearing around the house, comfy and casual with flip-flops in this hot Florida weather.
I loved it so much I bought several more and love the patterns. Will probably get one for every day of the week! Husband thinks it looks fantastic on me, so the verdict is in, as he never notices anything! ;)" — lilmansmom Get it from Amazon for $24.90 (available in sizes XS–5X and in 14 colors).
3. 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. Promising review: "I honestly love these! They are perfect for Florida weather as they are lightweight and if you size up, the baggy fit works great in warmer weather (living in Florida).
Super comfortable." — slw Get it from Amazon for $26.99 (available in sizes S–3XL and in 21 colors).
4. A sleeveless top and pleated pant set for a polished office look that's not as formal as a pencil skirt but also not as *informal* as your cherished Lululemon leggings. Promising review: "The top is roomy enough that I can wear a long sleeve t-shirt under it, which not only will keep me warmer, but gives it a different look.
Looking forward to taking it on a cruise to be comfortable on sea days." — Judy K. Get it from Amazon for $39.
99 (available in sizes S–XL and in 15 colors). 5. A button-down and blouse combo suitable for beach vacations or, well, answering emails from the comfort of your work from home desk setup.
"Either is great" I say with a bitter laugh. Promising review: "Absolutely love this set! Comfortable, breathable, and cute. Definitely a must.
" — Carli Dantas Get it from Amazon for $42.99 (available in sizes 0X-5X and in 17 colors). 6.
Baggy jeans about to become the little black dress of your denim collection in that they'll be *the* staple you throw on when you don't know what else to wear. Promising review: "Was dying to get well fitting wide leg jeans!! Fit perfectly and are super comfortable!! Get compliments everywhere I go!!" — debben0829 Get them from Amazon for $43.49+ (available in sizes XS–XL and in 16 colors).
7. A wrap dress finer than any vino you'll be consuming during a multi-course dinner. This outfit *is* the bread and butter.
Promising review: "This dress is so cute especially if you pair it with a jean jacket. It's a great summer dress that is light and so comfortable." — Afsm02229 Get it from Target for $25 (available in sizes XS-4X and in four colors).
8. A ruffle bodycon if you have a fancy event coming up and don't want to compromise comfort. File this as the "special occasion" dress of your wardrobe, one you won't mind wearing for hours on end.
Promising review: "I absolutely love this dress! I am planning on ordering more colors. It's extremely comfortable. It was great for my vacation to Mexico!" — Missy King Young Get it from Amazon for $46.
99 (available in sizes S-XL and in eight colors). 9. A button-up with oversized short sleeves that — unlike the other white button-down in your closet — won't require clever folding to stay in place past your wrists.
Promising review: "Definitely size down but it’s a great easy top. Wear with leggings or jeans. I used it to travel and i was incredibly comfortable.
Definitely getting it in another color." — Mrami21 Get it from Nordstrom for $59 (available in sizes 1X-4X and in two colors). 10.
A tailored vest and wide leg pant that proves you *should* dress for the job you want. Job in this context? CEO of a cool creative company that (fill in your personal mission statement here). Promising review: "I wore this outfit at New York Fashion week and it was perfect with a black turtleneck underneath.
Made with comfortable fabric and the fabric did not wrinkle in my suitcase." — Kelly Quinn Get it from Amazon for $66.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and in 14 colors).
11. A tank and skirt set because you only have five minutes to get dressed for this event and no time to think, "what am I going to wear today?" Slip into this duo for your next outing — whether for a picnic or rooftop birthday party. Promising review: "Each time I wear this I get a compliment.
It is so easy to throw on and super comfortable." — Carolyn B. Get it from Amazon for $39.
99 (available in sizes XS–XL and in 14 colors). 12. An off-shoulder mini ideal for traipsing around Europe and/or attending the RSVP-requiring occasion you said yes to.
Promising review: "Very cute dress . I wore this for an awards ceremony and it was perfect! Super flowy and comfortable to wear!" — Dawn Get it from Amazon for $38 (available in sizes S-XXL and in 14 colors). 13.
High-waisted shorts for a cool, effortless vibe made exponentially better by the following feature: pockets. Someone contact Alanis Morissette and let her know we've got her ideal summer staple. Promising review: "Super comfortable and in-style summer shorts for lounging, errands, or working out.
I love them so much. They come right at the perfect waist point, just at the belly button and a smidge above if you pull them up high. They are lined on the inside, and the windbreaker material is on the outside.
They have a zipper pocket on one side which is cute and so convenient. It fits an iPhone and keys and doesn’t look like anything really in the pocket. So far, I have nothing bad at all to say about them, and I usually have something to complain about haha.
" — Allie Get them from Amazon for $17.99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and in 23 colors). 14.
A gauzy maxi button-up for both beachside traipsing and/or dinner with your favorite wedges. There's no right or wrong answer here. Promising review: "I love this dress! This dress is so easy to throw on and go.
It’s been a summer of extreme heat in Texas and the material of this dress makes it bearable. So simple to throw on to run to the store or any errands. Much more comfortable than shorts.
Plus, you’ll look more put together." — ME Get it from Amazon for $37.79+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and in 28 colors).
15. Under-$20 palazzo pants crafted from a blissfully lightweight material for those days in which the thermometer reads at Sweating-Profusely degrees Fahrenheit. Promising review: "These pants are so comfortable.
I live in South Florida where it's hot year round but inside is freezing. I don't always want to wear shorts going out, but I like casual. These are great with a graphic tee and low wedges.
" — KristenSays Get them from Amazon for $18.95 (available in S–XL and in 25 colors). 16.
A strapless knit top I'm upset with myself for not having purchased sooner. *adds to cart* *spends the rest of the afternoon shopping* Important: reviewers say to size down! Promising review: "This is a cute, comfortable top. Thick material.
The avocado color is beautiful. I will probably order more!" — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and in 22 colors).
17. An under-$20 fishtail maxi with a gorgeous open back. Now I know what you're thinking: what about le underwire? This has adjustable straps for customized support and an inner shelf bra for subtle support.
I personally own and *love* this dress. I wear a 34DD and while I cannot exactly go for a jog while wearing this, I do find that there's enough support despite going bra-less to spare the open back. Promising review: "It is extremely soft and fits great! From what I can tell, it is not see-through at all.
The straps do fall occasionally, but I still feel rather secure and comfortable in this cute dress!" — Bryleigh Get it from Amazon for $19.98 (available in sizes S–L and six colors). 18.
A wide-leg pants set that comes equipped with a matching tank to ease your woes when running late for, well, any outdoor event. A simple design makes this combo perfect for meetings and boozy brunches alike. Promising review: "I absolutely love this set.
I have it in two colors. It is comfortable, washes well, and is extremely stylish. I get compliments on it all the time.
I rarely purchase clothes from Amazon. I decided to give it a shot and this one knocked it out of the park. Every time I wear it, I get asked where it's from.
Other people can't believe it's from Amazon. It's a must-purchase and wardrobe staple." — Michael Get it from Amazon for $43.
99+ (available in sizes S–XXL and 25 colors). 19. A pair of high-waisted shorts that are designed with an elastic waist that means ::les gasp:: you'll actually be able to exhale without feeling cold metal dig into your belly button.
These comfy hunks of denim mold to your curves perfectly for a glove-like fit. Promising review: "I was a bit skeptical when I bought a pair of these because I'm just always wary when buying clothes online. But now they are my new favorite shorts!! The waist is elastic so it's comfortable to wear and easy to slip on and off, plus it defines my waist wayy better than any other high-waisted shorts I've worn.
" — Savalla Get them from Amazon for $18.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and in five colors). 20.
A midi shirtdress for a polished home office look that's not as formal as a pencil skirt but also not as *informal* as the pajamas you wore to bed last night. Promising review: "Love this dress! It is so comfortable and easy to throw on to run errands or add a cute jacket to dress it up. Slits on the side are not too high.
" — Ohheatherann Get it from Target for $20 (available in sizes XS–4X and in four colors). 21. An off-shoulder maxi dress designed with the phrase wardrobe staple, the kind of number you can wear to weddings and birthday dinners *or* for a stroll along a beach boardwalk.
Promising review: "I bought this dress with the intent of wearing it once to a rehearsal dinner. Little did I know I would end up wearing it ALL summer long! It is opaque, breezy, comfortable, and fits like a glove with some movement. I got endless compliments and no one could believe I found it on Amazon! I would recommend this to anyone looking for a classy, simple, long-term closet sample.
" — SCram Get it from Amazon for $39.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and in 27 colors). 22.
A padded tank that's garnered over 55,000 reviews for a versatile design that looks elevated enough to wear with jeans but offers enough support for yoga and long walks. Check out this activewear essential on TikTok here . Promising reviews: " I love this top.
It is super comfortable, the fabric is high quality and so soft. It is supportive of my DDD chest. I wore it on an incredibly hot day touring the city of San Juan and found the top to do great for moisture-wicking .
I want to get it in all the colors now!" — krystalnicole " Honestly, I saw this on TikTok and contemplated getting it for a long time. I’m so glad I committed! It’s extremely comfortable. The padding is amazing, so you don’t have to worry about a bra underneath at all.
You can wear it with sweats or leggings to the gym or even dress it up for a night out. Considering more colors for sure!" — Kristyn Long Get it from Amazon for $21.99 (available in sizes S–XXL and 20 colors).
23. An off-the-shoulder midi with puffed sleeves and a smocked bust for frolicking through vineyards in an ethereal "I was a fairy in a past life" kind of way. This is an easy one-and-done outfit that requires less effort than matching a top to your favorite leggings.
Promising review: "I wore the orange one to my cousin's fall wedding and I didn't want to take it off. It is SO COMFORTABLE! The material is nice, and I am considering buying another color. It can get a bit wrinkly, but I just threw it in the dryer for a bit and shook it out and it touched up nicely.
Buy it! You'll feel like a character from a Jane Austen novel ." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $38.99 (available in sizes S–XL and in 32 colors).
24. A two-piece set to make you feel like you're on vacation even when you are, in fact, not on vacation. Promising review: "This outfit is perfect for weekend plans; you can dress up and down.
Super classy and comfortable! I get so many compliments on it, and it's a great vacation outfit." — Marisa Silva Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in sizes XS–XL and in 12 colors).
25. A crewneck tee and wide leg pant combo for a polished home office look that's not as formal as a pencil skirt but also not as *informal* as the pajamas you wore to bed last night. Promising review: "This set is so incredibly soft, lightweight and comfortable.
I wear it around the house, to run errands. It washes great and is definitely a staple in my closet." — Kirsten Get it from Amazon for $39.
98 (available in sizes XS-XL and in 14 colors). 26. A halter maxi dress with a smocked bodice, ruffled bottom, an open back worthy of drool, and adjustable back straps that mean underwire won't be necessary.
Promising review: "I bought this dress for vacation, and I couldn’t be happier. It was a bit of a pain to pack because the skirt is SO FLOWY and full of material that it took up a lot of space in my luggage. But I am SO HAPPY I brought it.
It is very comfortable, high quality, fits really well, and the skirt is adjustable! The top is stretchy. This dress is perfect ." — Megan Get it from Amazon for $36.
99+ (available in sizes S–XL and 32 colors). 27. A knit top for something as comfortable as a tank but with a one-shoulder twist.
Pair this with your favorite denim shorts and heels for fancier celebrations *or* your favorite denim shorts for a casual barbecue. Promising review: "Love this top! It’s extremely stretchy, super comfortable, and breathable! It's the perfect vacation top." — Valencia Sillemon Get it from Amazon for $14.
98+ (available in sizes S–XL and in 17 colors). 28. Sweater pants for a chic way to feel as if you're *wearing* that ultra-soft throw blanket you purchased in three colors from TJ Maxx.
The rib-knit material is truly a joy. Promising review : "Not sheer at all. Tan color exactly as pictured.
Literally so comfortable. Thick, expensive quality." — Paige Get them from Amazon for $29.
99 (available in sizes S–L and in nine colors). P.S.
if you're looking for more colors, here's a similar pair with more options! 29. 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 $37.99 (available in sizes S–XL and 29 colors).
30. A floor-length maxi skirt made from a deliciously soft jersey material. Comfort aside, a versatile design makes this easy to wear and a foldable waistband means you can adjust the rise.
Promising review: "I was looking for a long and light material especially for this coming summer. These maxi skirts are really comfortable and goes well with sandals or a nice pair of sneakers. I've already purchased a pink, brown, black and navy.
" — Sharell Get it from Amazon for $21.75 (available in sizes S-3X and in 31 colors). 31.
A two-piece set for early mornings when the only effort you'd like to muster up before you hop on a Zoom is reserved for caffeine making and caffeine making only. This 'fit is easy peasy. Promising review: "For those of you who like to go to Walmart in your PJs and flannel pants, order this set! You will still be comfy but look great.
These sets are lightweight but not see-through. True to size without fitting skintight. Extremely comfortable and versatile.
Dress it up or down." — Mimi Get it from Amazon for $38.99 (available in sizes S–3XL and in 39 colors).
32. 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 reviews: "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). The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity..
