Style July 12, 2022

Summer fashion 101: How to stylishly get dressed when it's scorching hot outside

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Summer is summer-ing, and it's the perfect time to reset your wardrobe to be reflective of the season.

As temperatures rise, it can be quite the task trying to figure out how to keep cool while still looking ...well, hot.

However, where there's a will, there's always a way, and for that reason "Good Morning America" tapped top Miami-based style blogger Monroe Steele who certainly knows how to make getting dressed in the scorching hot heat look like a breeze.

From must-have summer fabrics to the best shoes and accessories, just ahead, Steele breaks down her best tips for getting dressed when it feels like a sauna outside.

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Tip #1: Look for fresh linens

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"Good Morning America" tapped style blogger Monroe Steele to break down her best summer fashion tips for getting dressed when it's scorching hot outside.

"One of my favorite fabrics for summer is linen because it is light and breathable but still looks quite polished," Steele told "GMA." "Every summer I invest in a slightly oversized linen shirt and linen dress and wear them on repeat all summer long."

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Linen Resort Shirt

Price: $18.44 · 26% Savings
From H&M

Original: $24.99

Linen Cross-Halter Maxi Dress

Price: $127.50 · 25% Savings
From Cloth & Stone

Original: $170

Linen-blend Bermuda Shorts

Price: $34.99 · From H&M

MORE: All the linen pieces your wardrobe needs for the summer

Tip #2: Try out crochet knitted looks

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"Good Morning America" tapped style blogger Monroe Steele to break down her best summer fashion tips for getting dressed when it's scorching hot outside.

Steele is a huge fan of large crochet knitted looks for summer. "You'd think it would be extremely hot, but because the knit is loose it allows air to flow through and keep you cool," she said.

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Crochet sweater-shell

Price: $69.50 · From J.Crew

Crochet Midi Dress

Price: $120 · From Banana Republic

The Crochet Knit Polo

Price: $88 · From Everlane

Tip #3: Layer on cool cotton + polyester combinations

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"Good Morning America" tapped style blogger Monroe Steele to break down her best summer fashion tips for getting dressed when it's scorching hot outside.

"Lots of people turn their nose up at polyester but cotton/polyester blend fabric pieces keep you cooler than just cotton or polyester on their own," advised Steele. "Cotton is the best breathable fabric and polyester is great at keeping you dry! I have a few amazing 2-piece sets with a cotton/poly blend that is perfect for the hottest Miami days."

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Crinkle Gauze High Rise Pull-On Shorts

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From Gap

Original: $49.95

Cotton Seamless Fabric Essential Tee

Price: $25 · From Abercrombie & Fitch

Cotton-Poplin Cami Maxi Swing Dress for Women

Price: $27 · From Old Navy

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Tip #4: Step in style with an open-toe flat sandal

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"Good Morning America" tapped style blogger Monroe Steele to break down her best summer fashion tips for getting dressed when it's scorching hot outside.

Steele pointed out that if your feet feel cool, the rest of your body tends to feel the same way. "Summer is the time to ditch socks and closed-toed footwear," she said.

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Jeffrey Campbell Linques Sandals

Price: $130 · From Jeffrey Campbell

Birkenstock Arizona EVA Sandals

Price: $44.95 · From Birkenstock

Intentionally Blank Leather Freya Sandals

Price: $179 · From Intentionally Blank

Tip #5: Stay protected with a large brim sun hat

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"Good Morning America" tapped style blogger Monroe Steele to break down her best summer fashion tips for getting dressed when it's scorching hot outside.

"A large brim sun hat is a must as well to help protect against UV rays," Steele said.

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Wide-brim straw hat

Price: $24.99 · 50% Savings
From Banana Republic

Original: $49.99

Packable Braided Straw Hat

Price: $35.50 · 10% Savings
From Madewell

Original: $39.50

Wide-brim Panama hat

Price: $54.50 · 39% Savings
From J.Crew

Original: $89.50
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Last, but not least, Steele pointed out the importance of carrying water to stay hydrated and investing in a portable handheld fan. "I never leave home without one on the hottest Miami days," she said.

You can catch more of Steele's style intel on Instagram and YouTube.

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