Summer Style Over 40

Several great colors in this linen top.

I'm a big fan of all the Liberty London prints each season. This shirt is soft and less crisp that your standard button down top making it super easy to wear.

Wide stripes and low contrast make this top easy to wear. The boxy style can be tucked in the front to show off your waist.

Wrap tops are great to show off a waistline.

For those who are digging the statement sleeves. I like it just as they've styled it here. Chic and simple.

The youthful flair of this top paired with straight chinos keeps it balanced.

This coral stripe would pop nicely off blue shorts or jeans.

A nice looser fit on this linen tee from J. Crew. Lots of color options and stripes, too.

Slim fit pima cotton by Billy Reid.

A horizontal striped anything adds width, so be careful here. But I do love a striped tee in summer.

An elegant cotton/cashmere tee from Billy Reid. Who needs 10 throw away tees when you can have one or two amazing ones like this?

A classic v-neck tee that happens to be made with recycled materials. Not too tight and not too flowy. Just right.

This tee is blended with modal for a silky feel.

A scoop neck is great on ladies with curves.

I like an oversized tee for summer with shorts. Several colors available.

You're never too old for a fun tee. Pair with a denim jacket and chinos to keep it grounded.

A playful printed tee to pair back with solid shorts.

The pull-on drawstring shorts have become my favorite summer style. This is a 6" length. I love the relaxed fit on the leg. Great for the beach or poolside.

I liked the cuffed hem on this cargo short available in three inseam lengths and a variety of colors.

Talbots makes a 7" relaxed chino short in a variety of colors.

For those unafraid of 100% linen. This relaxed style comes in two inseam lengths and several colors.

This paperbag style chambray short looks chic and dressy styled with this top but could also be dressed down for casual weekend looks.

The length on these is 6". It is designed to sit on your waist and fit loosely through the leg. Relaxed and chic.

I'm super curious about these fleece shorts! 5" inseam.

There's also a 9" option at Talbots. This length can sometimes look "Grandma," so I recommend a fun print like this with a graphic tee and a fun sneaker to keep it youthful.

This is a pull-on style available in both 4" and 6" inseams. This print would be great paired back with a solid tee and flat sandals.

Lots of color options on this chino. 9-1/2" front rise, which works well for most.

Upcycled denim in a great summer color.

I'm mad for this boyish, relaxed style with a single pleat.

Be careful if you have muscular legs. Cargo styles add weight to the leg. Great for balancing out a larger upper body to slim legs.

A sporty pull-on style nice enough for the office or dinner.

Easy pull-on style cotton pant. Wider leg keeps you cool in summer's hottest temps.

An easy pull-on style in a variety of colors and patterns.

This is a good style for those with a slim leg looking to add a bit of width.

This white jean has an unfinished hem. A bit straighter than the tired skinny leg style.

I think wearing deconstructed jeans over 40 is totally fine if you like it. This is just a little bit, which I might like.

If you don't yet have a straight style jean in a lighter blue wash, it's time to get one. These are Madewell.

A denim jumpsuit is all-age appropriate and a classic summer piece.

Maxi skirts are best on the tall and lean. Proceed with caution.

For those who like length and some volume. A playful skirt styled simply as they have here is super easy and fun.

Jersey knit pull-on style skirt keeps you cool and comfortable.

A chambray shirt dress is a summer classic. Can be dressed up or down. Add pops of color with a sandal, jewelry or a bag.

The dark blue of this shirt dress is gorgeous. Could be cinched with a belt to show your waist, if desired.

Love the drama of this dress for a summer event.

This Erdem x Universal Standard dress is lovely!

I love the waist-cinching sleeves on this French Terry dress.

Relaxed shape. A nice taper at the knee for a slim look. A non-summer color for those who aren't into brights.

For those with an hourglass shape and who prefer black (even in summer). The dress is a good canvas for other pieces like a denim jacket, a statement necklace or a kimono.

A fun floral. Easy going jersey style that will feel like you're heading to the gym but you're dressed for lunch on the town.

Simple and easy breezy.

This is a good length and a fun print. There's a tie at the waist to cinch.

For those who like a sleeve. This is a jersey material that will feel comfy like your gym clothes but looking much more chic.

The puffy sandal is having a moment. This has a modern squared toe, as well.

A little rise for height.

The Bay Slide is a Sam Edelman classic style.

Not stark white and an easy block heel.

If you're curious to try the Birk style w/o the Birk price.

I'm a bit crazy about braided leather right now. These look super comfy.

I just bought a similar sandal in white, and I'm loving them.

A wooden sandal is great with all your summer clothes whether it's shorts, pants or dresses.

I like this higher vamp style sandal with pants and shorts.

This comes in two other colors if hot pink isn't doing it for you.

These look high but because of the platform, they would wear like almost a flat.

Vionic is a comfort shoe brand. This is a 2-1/2" heel height and a fun print. Great with dresses, pants and shorts.

Sofft is a comfort brand. This suede block heel is very versatile.

Sporty and fun. Two other color options.

If you're tired of cleaning the white soles of your sneakers, this style is for you!

A simple linen style sneaker is always chic.

A classic summer sneaker.

The stitching on the back of this sneaker says Good Vibes. You're never too old for that!

Ready to play? These are perfect!

The multi pastels on this Soludos sneaker makes it slightly playful. Just a little platform looking.