How to Achieve Celebrity-Inspired Summer Style
HOW TO ACHIEVE CELEBRITY-INSPIRED SUMMER STYLE
CR PUT TOGETHER THE ULTIMATE STYLE GUIDE INSPIRED BY THE CHICEST CELEBRITY OUTFITS, MADE FOR BEACH DAYS THAT TURN INTO SUNSET DINNERS AND NIGHTS OUT.
BY EVE EISMANN MAY 20, 2025
Summer days are long, and your outfits should be ready to go from sunup to sundown. Whether you’re on a beach vacation or spending the day by the water, looks that transition seamlessly from lounging to sunset dinners are essential seasonal staples. CR compiled the most stylish celebrities for summer styling inspiration. From matching sets that work for a morning stroll to the shore and a casual dinner, to mini skirts that double as bikini cover-ups and chic night-out fits, this edit is your go-to guide for effortless summer dressing. Plus, CR tracked down the key pieces so you can shop these celebrity-inspired beach-to-dinner looks before your next getaway.

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A matching linen set is the perfect casual, yet chic beachwear that easily transitions from a cover-up to a dinner-ready ensemble.

EILEEN FISHER
$168
Organic Handkerchief
Linen Round Neck Top
eileenfisher.com

EILEEN FISHER
$168
Organic Linen
Trouser Pant
eileenfisher.com

THE ROW
$890
City Flip Flop
In Leather
therow.com

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Bella Hadid added statement jewelry to her swimsuit set, elevating her beach look. By adding a simple mini skirt cover-up, she made the fit easily transitionable for sunset drinks.

DAVID YURMAN
$1,850
Buckle Classic
Cable Bracelet
davidyurman.com

PRADA
$2,050
Crochet Tote Bag
prada.com
TROPIC OF C
$90
Equator Top
In Mama Africa
tropicofc.com
TROPIC OF C
$90
Praria Bottom
In Mama Africa
tropicofc.com

There’s no need to change for the evening after a long day at the beach (or on a yacht) with a vibrant and sexy summer mini dress as your bikini cover-up.

CELINE
$460
Cat Eye S310 Sunglasses
celine.com

LOUISA BALLOU x SSENSE
$257
Yellow & Orange
Sleeveless Ring Dress
ssense.com
CHRISTINA CARUSO
$298
Medium Hoop Imitation
christinacaruso.com

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A long flowy skirt and cotton tank are airy and comfy in the summer heat, plus they work perfectly to throw on after a day in the sun at the beach. The tank top can also function as a swimsuit cover-up thrown on with a pair of shorts.

LAFAYETTE 148
$248
Cotton Rib
Racerback Tank
lafayette148ny.com

L’AGENCE
$575
Ryker Silk
Maxi Skirt
lagence.com

TELFAR
$150
Small Shopping Bag
In Dark Olive
telfar.net

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Charli XCX’s summer styling inspo is perfect for all day wear. From lounging at the beach to evening cocktails, a crochet dress is practical, chic, and simple.

JIMMY CHOO
$313
Lennon Black
Rectangular Sunglasses
us.jimmychoo.com

MAJE
$600
Mini Crochet Dress
us.maje.com

MARNI
$1,195
Black Leather Trunkaroo
Medium Shoulder Bag
marni.com

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Another easy summer option for looking chic while feeling comfortable is a breezy white dress. Paired with mesh or transparent flats, this ensemble is perfect for wearing to the beach, out to dinner, or, like Em Rata, walking your dog.

MELISSA x MARC JACOBS
$150
Ruby Ballet Flats
shopmelissa.com

PRADA
$2,550
Embroidered Vintage-Look
Fabric Mini-Dress
prada.com

MIU MIU
$530
Miu Glimpse Sunglasses
miumiu.com

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Stripes are an elevated way to add a summery influence to your look, whether it’s as a top or bottom. A flowy, striped button up is the perfect casual cover-up, while a striped skirt with a chic tube top, like Elsa opted for, is ideal for an evening out after the beach.

ARITZIA
$118
Castle Satin Bustier
aritzia.com

RALPH LAUREN
$2,290
Shamus Striped
Linen Maxi Skirt
ralphlauren.com

CHANEL
$1,000
Ballet Flats
Cotton & Patent Calfskin
chanel.com