Summer is almost here and what better way to prepare for it than by picking out different ways to beat the heat? The goal during summer is to maintain a healthy diet, hydrate and try and stay cool. A most common tip that everyone hears is to drink lots of fluids because the heat is bound to drain you. Another way to beat the heat is to avoid foods that generate higher body heat and choose foods that will cool your body, like cucumbers, watermelons, marsh melons and tender coconut water of course. All these choices will help keep your body cool and aid in combating the scorching heat this summer. These are the common tips you receive from everyone about how to deal with summer heat but did you know that the clothes you wear also play a role? Yes, you read that right. Your choice of clothing also affects you either by absorbing more heat or maintaining a cool temperature. But if you are worried that you might not be able to look like a fashionista because of this, we are here to tell you that you are wrong. You can be as stylish as a Bollywood diva even with these summer-friendly outfits. So without further delay, we bring to you nine looks for this summer that will help you cope with the heat while leaving you looking like a style icon.
1. Midi Dresses
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A style statement that has become quite popular these days, Sonam Kapoor shows you how to look like a fashion queen with a midi dress. It’s the perfect ensemble for a fun day out. The smart choice would be cotton dresses and light colors like white, yellow, sky blue, and other pastel shades.
2. Crop tops
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Another trend that has been in the market for a while now is the crop top. It is a great choice for summer because it makes you feel trendy and stylish. Make sure you get it right like Ananya Pandey with this cute pair of shorts and jacket or go ahead and make use of pants, skirts, culottes or palazzos.
3. Palazzos
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What a great invention, palazzos are a perfect balance between a skirt and a pant. They are also called flared pants and can be worn for any occasion. You could pair it with a crop top or t-shirt like Deepika Padukone has or you could also wear it with a kurti.
4. Kurtis
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Not a stranger to us Indians, a kurti is a great pick for summer. With a touch of Indian and sanskari, kurtis are trendy and comfortable. Choose a pretty printed kurti like the one Alia Bhatt is wearing and be sure that you will beat the summer heat. While there is a wide range of kurtis available in the market, it is best to opt for cotton kurtis.
5. Hats
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Whoever said hats are out of style was mistaken. Anushka Sharma shows us how to pull off summer hats and look like a diva. Don a hat to protect your hair and face from the heat and look stylish while at it. Pair it with a dress or trendy trousers and grab all the attention.
6. Skirts
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Something that never went out of style, Disha Patani dons this cute skirt and a crop top. For all of you who like the girl-next-door look, this is the perfect outfit for summer. Nothing beats the heat better than a skirt and with this look, you could not get more adorable.
7. Flared Jumpsuits
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Anything flared is a win-win this summer. Skip the denim jeans and choose something airy. Shilpa Shetty, the actress whose fitness and yoga videos are #goals, owns this look and inspires us to wear this stylish piece of clothing. Look glam and be comfortable this summer with a jumpsuit.
8. Sunglasses
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What says summer better than sunglasses? A good pair of sunglasses helps your eyes from the harsh rays of the sun and makes you look cool. I mean, look at PeeCee! She is rocking her edgy round-lens sunglasses and looks like a cool cat. The trick here is to choose a frame that suits you because you don’t want it looking too big or too small for your face.
9. Shorts and A T-shirt
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The classic shorts and t-shirt look is the most common for summer. You could style it with a long shrug like Sara Ali Khan or just wear a denim jacket. It’s the most comfortable attire and is perfect for a day of summer outing that involves adventure sports.
With summer approaching, we hope we’ve helped you to look like a diva and still choose summer-friendly clothing. Who better to inspire our fashion sense than our very own Bollywood celebs? What is your go-to summer look? Let us know in the comments below.
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