Cool Outfits For Summer 2010

Looking stylish during the warm summer months is all about keeping cool. A red shiny face, sweat patches or heat induced exhaustion are all very unflattering, looking cool calm and collected is so much more stylish. Your choice of clothing is a key factor in how cool you are and by choosing carefully, you can not only look beautiful and on trend but also ensure that you are as comfortable as possible leaving you plenty of energy to enjoy that gorgeous sunshine.

There are a few key considerations that you should bear in mind when choosing cool outfits for summer 2010.

• Loose fitting – these clothes will not only allow the air to circulate keeping you cooler but will also be easier to wear if you are a little self conscious. No need to hold in your stomach or wear hot and uncomfortable shape underwear. Depending on your body shape, you may want to balance one loose fitting piece with something slightly more fitted.
• Sleeveless - clothes without sleeves are by far the coolest choice for the hot weather. Look for sleeveless maxi dresses, shift dresses and long floral dresses for feminine, stylish and cool outfits for summer 2010.
• Natural Fabrics - Synthetic fabrics often will not allow your skin to breathe and can make you feel hot and sweaty. Natural fabrics are by far the coolest choice for the summer months. Look for cotton summer dresses to look  stylish whatever the weather. Linen feels cool against the skin and so is a perfect option for really hot weather.
• Sun Hats - Finally if you are out in the sun keeping the sun off your face will help to keep you cool and protect your skin from the sun’s rays. For a really elegant look team a wide brim hat with a beach dress for a great holiday outfit.

This linear linen blend dress by Marks and Spencersticks all the boxes for stylish and cool outfits for summer 2010. It is sleeveless, loose fitting and has a  really simple but bold and eyecatching design. It works really well as a day dress or party dress and some autumn could also be teamed with some black opaques and a cropped cardigan to get maximum wear from it.

This colourful floral cami dress by Dorothy Perkins is 100% cotton and the loose fitting skirt is balanced out by a strappy fitted top, perfect for keeping cool on a beautiful sunny day. This dress would look equally good with some strappy wedge sandals or flat shoes for a day dress or even a party dress.

This cute Molly Jumpsuit by Motel Rocksis loose fitting and lightweight to ensure comfort on even the hottest of days. It combines a really on trend look with a spot of fifties glamour and has a flattering shape due to the smocking detail at the back. This would look great with black ballet pumps for a casual everyday outfit but can also be glammed up with the simple addition of some heels.

A loose fitting chiffon maxi dress is the answer to keeping cool but still looking really glamorous for  a daytime or evening party. Wear with strappy sandals or wedge heels and a clutch bag for a really feminine outfit.