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Today’s blog post is all about what to wear in 90-degree weather. If you’ve ever stepped outside in Beverly Hills on a 90-degree day, you know the heat is not subtle — it’s intense, dry, and completely unforgiving. The mistake most people make in extreme summer weather is either overdressing and overheating or underdressing and looking careless.

But here’s the truth: you can stay cool and still look polished. Living in Beverly Hills means mastering hot-weather elegance. From shaded brunches on Canon Drive to afternoon errands under palm trees, your outfit has to balance breathable fabrics, flattering silhouettes, and intentional accessories. In this guide, I’m sharing chic outfit formulas you can recreate at home — pieces that keep you cool in 90-degree weather while still looking elevated and feminine. Before we get into outfit ideas, here are the three rules I follow when dressing for extreme summer heat: Linen, cotton poplin, lightweight silk, and soft jersey allow air circulation. Avoid heavy synthetics that trap heat and make outfits look wilted by midday. Tailored shorts, shirt dresses, and relaxed mini dresses give shape without clinging. Straw bags, structured sunglasses, delicate gold jewelry, and elegant sandals instantly polish a simple outfit. When you follow these three rules, even the simplest summer outfit looks intentional.

1. White mini skirt and pink top

Perfect for: Coffee with your bestie at LALALAND Kind Cafe (they have the BEST Lattes I have ever tried) Similar style: REORIA Halter Tank Top Similar style: ELLEVEN Denim Mini Skirt Similar style: Straw Basket Tote with Leather Handles Polo Ralph Lauren Chino Cap in White & Marlin Blue

2. Black polka dot dress and a classic hat

Why it works: A lightweight polka dot dress in breathable fabric keeps you cool while the structured hat protects from direct sun — very Beverly Hills. Similar style: Polka Dot Midi Dress Mytys Large Faux Pearl Stud Earrings Similar style: Athlefit Raffia Heeled Sandals Eugenia Kim Mirabel Straw Wide-Brim Sunhat

3. Tailored shorts and a crisp white shirt

This is a 90-degree classic. Similar style: Straw Basket Tote with Leather Handles Similar style: Amazon Essentials Linen Blend Shorts Similar style: Zeagoo Fitted Short-Sleeve Top

4. Silk blouse and white mini skirt

Perfect for: Lunch meetings or shopping on Rodeo. Similar style: Zeagoo Satin Sleeveless Blouse Similar style: Straw Basket Tote with Leather Handles Similar style: ELLEVEN Denim Mini Skirt

5. Powder blue shirt dress

Similar style: Light Blue Button-Down Shirt Dress Similar style: Straw Basket Tote with Leather Handles

6. Lace detail dress with a sun hat

Similar style: Petal & Pup Emersyn Midi Lace Dress

7. Linen mini dress with a basket bag

Similar style: CLSEN Linen Mini Dress

8. Striped shirt with shorts

Similar style: Quilted Leather Flap Shoulder Bag Similar style: High-Waisted Tailored Shorts Similar style: CUNLIN Striped Button-Down Shirt

9. Sundress with tan accessories

Theory Tiered Sleeveless Dress in Cotton Blend

10. White detail blouse with shorts

Similar style: High-Waisted Tailored Shorts Similar style: Straw Basket Tote with Leather Handles Similar style: Eyelet Embroidered Blouse

11. Navy blue shirt dress

These outfits will not only keep you cool on hot summer days but also prove that you don’t have to compromise your style because of the heat. It’s all about how you style the outfit and what accessories you choose to enhance the look. Similar style: Straw Basket Tote with Leather Handles Theory Short-Sleeve Shirt Dress in Good Cotton

Shopping for a Western-chic girl too? My Western Chic Gift Guide has the buckle belts, boots and cozy layers I’ve tagged on LTK this season.

(I’m also the founder of American Darling, Western chic loungewear. Nothing from it is linked in this post.)

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