Things You'll Need:
- Men's Shorts
- dresses and skirts
- Women's Shorts
- Men's Casual Tops
- Women's Casual Tops
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Step 1
Take all of your summer attire and lay it out on your bed, sorting the items by shorts, capris, sundresses, tops, tanks, and so forth. Make a donation pile of items you didn't wear last summer or anything that's too big, too small or too worn out.
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Step 2
Consider your stock of basic bottoms. Whether you build your look around khaki shorts, print capris, flowing skirts or denim cut-offs, make a list of what you have and what you need.
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Step 3
Gather your tops and begin a mix-and-match process with the bottoms, noting where you may need a print top for solid pants or a solid top for a print skirt. Also, consider if you're lacking a particular style that you like or find flattering: halter tops, shells, sleeveless blouses or tanks.
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Step 4
Note the number of casual and summer dresses you have. Remember that you can dress a simple sheath dress up or down, and you can add a lightweight sweater to a sexy slip dress to beat any evening chill.
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Step 5
Remember to examine your swimsuit. Make sure it still fits well and is in good condition. If not, make the addition to your shopping list.
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Step 6
Go shopping. Head to your favorite stores and fill in the holes. Look for the styles you need and think about where you might add new colors and fabrics.
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Step 7
Consider how your shoes look with your updated wardrobe and determine if you could use a new pair of strappy sandals, thongs or flats. If you notice a lot of one shade throughout your wardrobe - say red, marine blue or tangerine - think about buying shoes in that color.
