36 Fun, Unexpected Summer Outfit Ideas For Women With Curves

Flattering your curves while keeping your look unexpected, flirty, and fun can be difficult for all women — especially during the Summer, when you're working with fewer layers. But we looked to the women who do it best and came up with 36 original outfits that will help you stay cool when the temperature rises.

Whether you just picked up a new floral-print dress at Anthropologie or a gingham option from Reformation, we have some tips for taking that one statement piece to the next level. Maybe it's an unexpected shoe, quirky sunglasses, or a trendy bag you can add on to make your look pop. Or perhaps it's just about tapping into the latest trend and mixing and matching the stuff you've already got in your closet.

No matter how many white blouses, lightweight slips, and pleated midis you collect from your favorite stores, at the end of the day, it's all about how you wear them. You are going to love the creative mix of flavor here. Whether you prefer to channel preppy vibes, street-cool edge, or pure romance, there's a Summer formula for every woman and her own sense of style when you scroll.

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An Open-Back Bodysuit, Jeans, Glove Pumps, and a Scrunchie

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A Silk Blouse and Skirt With an Unbuttoned Shirt and Shoulder Bag

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A Silk Leopard Maxi With Slides

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A Romantic White Dress With Printed Block-Heel Sandals

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A Chambray Sleeveless Dress With Tan Sandals

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A White Cold-Shoulder Look With Statement Heels

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An Off-the-Shoulder Ruffled Floral Maxi With a Waist Bag and Chandelier Earrings

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A Red Minidress, a Beaded Bag, and Black Booties

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A Lime Crop Top, a Lightweight Silk Skirt, Ankle Socks, and Neon Sneakers

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A White Ribbed Tank, Snake-Print Shorts, and a Knotted Sweater

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An Electric Minidress With Matching Pumps For Nighttime

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A Gold Silk Slip With a Mustard Bag and PVC Mules

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A Two-Toned Wrap Dress With a Netted Bag and Vans

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A Ladylike Crop-Top Set With Cat-Eye Sunglasses and a Woven Tote

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A Polka-Dot Dress With Strappy Lace-Up Sandals

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A White Lace Lingerie-Inspired Dress With a Cool Denim Jacket on Top

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A Leopard Shift With Pumps That Bring an Unexpected Pop of Color

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A Wrap Minidress With Neutral Heels and Oversize Sunglasses

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A White Tucked-In Tank With High-Rise Denim and Glove Pumps

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A Floor-Skimming Floral Maxi Over a T-Shirt With White Sneakers

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A Lavender Tee With White Jeans and a Designer Shoulder Bag

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A Neutral-Toned Dress With Black Strappy Sandals and a Small Purse

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A Graphic Tee With Appliquéd Jeans and Chunky Sneakers

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A Breezy Animal-Print Shirt Dress With Neutral Sandals

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An Oversize Graphic Tee With Biker Shorts, a Colorful Bag, and Sneakers

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A Bardot-Style Top With High-Rise Belted Jeans

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A Pink Silk Dress With a Professional Blazer and Strappy Shoes

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A Sunshine-Yellow Button-Front Dress With Pink Sandals and Quirky Sunglasses

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A Printed Parachute Dress With Flat Lace-Up Sandals

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A Gingham T-Shirt With Distressed Cropped Jeans and Mules

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An Off-the-Shoulder White Top With a Printed Silk Skirt

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A Romantic Three-Quarter-Sleeved Dress With Suede Mules and a Sugar-Sweet Bag

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