Are you a leggings lover like me, but struggle to style them in the warmer months? Here is the ultimate round up of the best tops to wear with leggings in Summer.
A pair of leggings is a true wardrobe staple. Leggings are so versatile and work great for workouts, daily casual wear, work outfits and even date night!
I love to wear leggings year round (#momlife) and as comfortable as they are, I still like to feel stylish and put together when I am wearing leggings. It can be hard to come up with leggings outfits, especially if you wear them often and want some variety!
There are so many fun leggings out there today, offered in various colors, prints, lengths and materials.
Of course we all have our favorite pair of black leggings, but I like to switch it up with different styles such as faux leather leggings for date night, and fun bright solid colors for Summer day-to-day activities.
I love these Zella Live In High Waist classic black leather leggings for daily wear. They are soft and comfy and come in other colors as well.
These Spanx Faux Leather Leggings are a best seller and for good reason. They hold you in and are so stylish! I love them all yer around and when styling them in the summer, I like to pair them with a breezy flowy top for a nice contrast.
They are the best leggings when you want to feel dressed up but still comfy.
For a fun pop of color for Summer, these Free People Free Throw High Waist Leggings in shade “magenta disco” are so fun! I absolutely love the neon pink.
Some of my absolute favorite leggings you can shop below:
The Best Tops to Wear with Leggings in Summer
My main tips for choosing a top to wear with leggings in the Summer is to focus on the weight of the fabric.
The summer months get really hot and you want to be sure that the top you choose will be comfortable in the heat and appropriate for your Summer activities.
I also love to use simple styling tricks to make my tops look the most flattering in my leggings. For example, if a top if very oversized/boxy and not flattering my shape, you can knot it so it becomes more fitted!
You can also get a “cropped” look from a non cropped tee and create less bulk on the waist line by tucking the hem of your shirt into your bra, as opposed to tucking it into the top of your leggings.
This is such a genius hack and something I use even when styling skinny jeans.
Keep reading for outfit ideas that you can wear all summer long.
Classic Basic T-shirt
We all have basic t-shirts in our closet, and they make the perfect pair with leggings.
This is truly the most comfortable outfit and I am sure most of us wear this more often than most other outfits in our closet.
Look for basic tees that come in really soft and lightweight fabrics for the summer months.
These under $20 tees below from Aerie are some of my favorites and some come in a bit of a longer length to cover your bum without an added layer, which is so nice on those really hot days!
The longer tops are great when you just want a casual outfit, but I recommend finding a baggy fit or size up so you get the contrast of the oversized top and the tight leggings.
Crop Top
Crop tops are a great option to pair with leggings during the Summer.
They are breathable and look so cute for daytime paired with sneakers, or for night time with a chic layer on top such as a lightweight blazer, button down top or a long cardigan.
I prefer to wear crop tops with high waisted leggings as I think that gives a really flattering shape to all body.
All of these are such cute outfits that are the perfect casual look that you can wear with a baseball cap and just for everyday wear.
If you’re not comfortable in wearing a crop top by itself, try paring it with a denim jacket or flannel shirt wrapped around the waist. Long sweaters work well too!
You can also pair it with a longer lightweight layer to help cover up your bum and still show off the crop top!
An easy leggings outfit for the summer is to add a button down and a crop top when running to the gym or to grab a coffee during the week. You can also pair this outfit with ballet flats for a versatile look.
You can also grab a lightweight cardigan for an easy look to go from errands straight to the gym.
Here are some cute basic crop tops I love!
Graphic Tees
I have been wearing graphic tees more than ever lately! I love that they are so versatile to style, and I think they are the perfect combo when paired with leggings and some fun sneakers.
Just make sure to add a cute bag, sneakers and a hat before heading out the door and you will feel effortlessly stylish in this outfit.
Another great way is to style the graphic tee with a jean jacket tied around your waist. Add leggings, to mix things up you can even pair it with faux leather leggings and some cute black sandals.
What a perfect outfit for Summer! You could wear this to brunch or to run errands on the weekends with your kids.
Tank Tops
Tank tops are a go to for all of us in the Summer months. They keep us cool and are so flattering! I love to find basic tanks that I can easily pair with leggings no matter what time of day.
You can get short tops that are fitted above the waist or a longer top like mine (see the tunic section below) that you tuck into the leggings.
This is one of my favorite legging outfits just because it’s cute and chic look for date night but so easy to put together. It’s an outfit that you can easily wear with blue jeans, but it just gives it a different vibe with the leggings.
For day-to-day activities try a tank top and leggings styled with sneakers and perhaps a light layer wrapped around my waist, and to dress it up for night, swap the sneakers for wedges/heels and add a denim jacket or lightweight knit on top.
Tank tops are so versatile and the Summer months are the time to bring them out!
These are my favorite $8 tanks from Target that come in a bunch of color and have a super flattering neckline!
Tunic Tops
Tunic tops are always a go to with leggings as the longer length is so ideal to pair with the tighter fit of leggings.
I typically like to cover my bum when wearing leggings so I opt for longer tops, and tunics are something I gravitate towards often.
Tunics are breezy and flowy and really perfect for the warm weather months.
A tunic can be worn more formally with leggings and pair it with wedges or high heels for a Summer night out. It doesn’t even have to be a tunic, you can pair your casual leggings with a short dress that would be cute for summer.
Look for bright colors to pair with white leggings to switch things up!
Here are some tunics that are so cute for Summer:
Chambray Shirt/Lightweight Button down
Looking for a great lightweight blouse options? A chambray shirt or cotton button down and even a plaid shirt would be perfect to pair with leggings in the summer!
Although these are typically long sleeve styles, the fabric is breathable and makes for a great option for dressing in hot weather.
I always love to wear a long shirt like this open as a light layer on top and a graphic tee or crop top underneath. This works well as it gives you the option to take the layer off and tie it around your waist if needed.
A great way to dress up this type of leggings outfit idea for a date night look below! Just add some some killer heels and I love how she styled the button down top slightly open. So chic!
Shop some great lightweight blouses and layers here:
If you are always a bit cold like me, an oversized sweatshirt is always a great option!
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