When midsummer arrives, it's all too easy to end up wearing just a T-shirt.
It is certainly cool and comfortable, but that alone feels a bit lacking.
If you want to enjoy fashion, layering is essential—even in summer.
Simply throwing on a lightweight cardigan or gown adds depth to even a simple outfit.
It is a practical item that also serves well as protection against the sun and air conditioning.
In this post, we’re introducing three outfits featuring lightweight layering pieces that are perfect for midsummer!
A summery outfit featuring a gray-blue cardigan as the centerpiece.
While incorporating a refreshing blue as an accent color, the addition of black leather pants tightens the overall look, creating a sophisticated, mature balance.
For the inner layer, a tight-fitting tank top with a wide neckline is paired to add a touch of relaxed ease and a refreshing feel to the neck area.
Made from high-twist organic cotton jersey, this cardigan features a dry, cool touch, making it comfortable to wear even in the height of summer.
I paired the outfit with gray back-zip boots, creating a look that balances a sense of lightness with the distinctive presence characteristic of STRUM.
171 cm / 59 kg
A look featuring a leopard-print Western shirt paired with a black cardigan.
While wearing just a shirt can sometimes look a bit too formal or stiff, layering a soft, jersey-knit cardigan over it strikes the perfect balance by adding a touch of casual ease. The result is a relaxed, sophisticated look for the modern adult.
By allowing the leopard print of the inner layer to peek through just the right amount, an accent is added that prevents the black-based look from becoming monotonous.
By pairing the outfit with the "DEADLOCK" in beige, I added a sense of relaxed ease to the look, creating a black-based ensemble perfect for summer.
178 cm / 60 kg
An outfit featuring a long gown made from a blend of rayon, cotton, and linen.
Simply throwing it on over a T-shirt adds depth to summer outfits that might otherwise look too simple.
In early autumn, when temperatures begin to drop, it works well layered over a biker jacket, serving both as a stylish look and a practical way to regulate temperature.
This is a piece you can enjoy throughout the long season from summer to autumn by varying your styling to suit the weather.
The styling pairs the gown with denim and back-zip boots, highlighting its airy feel.
175 cm / 55 kg
Leather jacket size worn: 3
Just a T-shirt feels a bit lacking.
In such cases, simply throwing on a cardigan or a gown can dramatically change the impression of your outfit.
We highly recommend incorporating a layering piece that works well throughout the long season, from summer to autumn.
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