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38 Sophisticated & Comfortable Clothes For Hot Weather You Can Get On Amazon Prime

by Julia O'Donnell
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Too often, summer heat and humidity push even the most style-conscious women to abandon all hope of looking polished. When temperatures are soaring and the moisture in the air feels like a physical entity, comfort starts becoming prioritized over fashion. However, it is possible to find clothes that both look sophisticated and feel comfortable in sweltering hot weather. In fact, Amazon Prime is a little-known gold mine of elegant pieces that are as comfortable and breathable as your favorite nightgown.

In case you don’t have the time to spend searching for stylish summer clothing that you’ll actually want to wear, you'll find a curated selection of warm weather essentials, below. From timeless staples that go with everything in your closet to statement-making pieces that are an outfit all on their own, there's a wide range of styles to suit anyone's taste: muted basics for minimalists, flirty florals for those who love color, and and some updated takes on professional-wear that'll take you from the office to cocktails without breaking a sweat. These clothes do have one thing in common, though: they all make it incredibly easy to stay both chic and comfortable in hot summer weather.

So no more excuses — keep clicking to discover some of the best summer clothing you can buy on Amazon.

1A Soft Cotton Bodycon Dress That'll Take You From Day To Night

Elegant ruching and a tulip-style asymmetrical hem add visual interest to this otherwise simple T-shirt dress. It's made with a soft, stretchy cotton blend that's lightweight and comfortable, and it's fully lined, so it'll never be clingy or see-through. Style it with an oversized sweater or blazer for work, then take it off and throw on heels once it's time to go out.

  • Available sizes: S-XL

2These Lightweight, Sophisticated Pants That Let Your Legs Breathe

When it comes to chic, stylish pieces that don't sacrifice comfort, it doesn't get much better than these high-waisted palazzo pants. Their soft, lightweight polyester material drapes beautifully, and their loose, flowy silhouette makes it easy to forget you're wearing pants at all. They even have roomy side pockets hidden in the pleats at the front, and they have a belt loop, too. "I receive dozens of compliments throughout the day every time I wear them," one Amazon reviewer gushed.

  • Available sizes: XS-XXL

3An Easy, Everyday Dress That Has Pockets

You'll find yourself reaching for this skater-style everyday dress again and again. From its versatile midi length to its big, roomy pockets, everything about this short-sleeved, button-down sundress has the perfect blend of sophistication and ease. The dress is made of breathable, woven polyester blend that reviewers say feels just like linen with a hint of stretch. It comes in eight different colors, including black, pink, brick red, and navy.

  • Available sizes: S-XL

4A Pair Of High-Waisted Shorts That Come In A Ton Of Colors & Prints

Not only are these elegant paper bag shorts versatile and easy to style, but their relaxed fit and thin, soft material means they won't ride up or cause chafing like a denim pair might. The shorts have a high-waisted silhouette with an elasticized waist, a removable self-tie belt, and roomy pockets hiding in the pleats at the front. They're available in a rainbow of fun colors and patterns, including black, white, pink, and vintage floral.

  • Available sizes: S-XXL

5A Tunic-Style Mini Dress That's Simultaneously Sporty & Chic

The simple, boxy silhouette and contrasting trim on this chic tunic dress give it a youthful, sporty look. Paired with the feminine, ruffled sleeves, it's an unexpected, unique design that's super fun to style and wear. The dress, which is available in 19 colors, is made of a stretchy and breathable cotton-poly blend, while the airy sleeves will keep your underarms cool. "The quality is exceptional for the price," one Amazon reviewer reported. "I’m a big boutique shopper, and I would have bought this dress for $60 at a boutique."

  • Available sizes: XS-XXL

6An Ultra-Soft Jersey Dress That's As Comfortable As Your Nightgown

Even if your entire wardrobe consists of all things comfy, this sleeveless, V-neck T-shirt dress is sure to stand out above the rest. The silky-soft jersey fabric literally feels like luxury against your skin, whether you wear it on its own or as a versatile layering piece. The simple, relaxed silhouette drapes beautifully on any body, works in any season, and is as soft and comfortable as your favorite nightshirt. And, its classic design is sure to never go out of style. At just $20, what more could you look for in a dress?

  • Available sizes: XS-XXL

7These Drawstring Linen Shorts That Are Light Enough For Even The Hottest Summer Days

There's something about these relaxed linen shorts that screams easy, breezy comfort — after all, linen is the material of sun-soaked vacations, cruises, and dinners al fresco. Made of 100 percent linen, they have an ultra-comfy drawstring waistband, a versatile 5-inch length, and roomy pockets at the rear and sides. They're available in a wide variety of colors and prints, from classic khaki and white to a bright, tropical floral print. "The pockets are spacious, but lay flat, which I really like," one reviewer reported.

  • Available sizes: XS-XXL

8This Versatile Jumpsuit That Makes It Super Easy To Get Dressed In The Morning

This simple, casual wide-leg jumpsuit is one of those timeless, versatile staples you'll find yourself reaching for again and again. Made of soft, breathable rayon with a healthy dose of stretch, it's lightweight and breathable enough to wear on even the hottest summer days. It has thin straps, flowing, palazzo-style legs, and an elasticized waist. Then, once autumn comes around, pair it with a denim jacket and tight-fitting heeled boots. Choose from nine colors options, including black, blush, burnt orange, and electric blue.

  • Available sizes: S-XL

9A Cute Two-Piece Set In A Bold Summer Print

Fun and attention-grabbing, this printed two-piece set exudes a vibrant, carefree look that's perfect for shopping at the farmer's market, picnics in the park, outdoor concerts ... you get the idea. The set consists of a stretchy smocked bandeau and a matching flowy maxi skirt: choose from a print with bright lemons or large sunflowers. Both pieces in the set are made with soft, lightweight material that's perfect for hot summer days.

  • Available sizes: S-XL

10The Perfect Summer Wrap Dress To Wear Anywhere & Everywhere

This pretty ruffled wrap dress is easy to dress up, but its soft material and simple, versatile design make it equally suitable for everyday wear. The ruffles and wrap detail give it a sweet, feminine feel — play it up by pairing the short summer dress with wedges or strappy sandals, or try some sporty white sneakers for a casual look that's effortlessly cool.

  • Available sizes: S-XL

11An Easy Summer Skirt That You Can Style A Million Different Ways

This breathable woven skirt will be an invaluable addition to your casual summer uniform. Pair it with a simple white button-down for work, or try it over a strappy bodysuit when you're headed to happy hour. The midi length makes it easy to sit and move around in, and the slits at each side keep you cool by giving your legs plenty of airflow. The skirt is made with a lightweight, woven poly-cotton blend, with a high waist and a matching self-tie belt.

  • Available sizes: M-XL

12This Fun, Flirty Sundress That's Perfect For Almost Any Occasion

Pair this ruffled, printed wrap dress with sandals or white sneakers during the day, then later, throw on a few necklaces and some strappy heels. This woven, mini-length sundress has an A-line silhouette with a deep V-neckline and a feminine, ruffled wrap design. Color options include a blue floral print, or black, yellow, or red with polka dots.

  • Available sizes: S-XL

13A Soft Cotton Tank That Won't Expose Your Bra Straps

No wardrobe is complete without a great basic tank — and this one is perfect. Made of 100 percent cotton that feels lightweight and breathable without being sheer, its relaxed, timeless fit looks great tucked in or left out, and its wide straps mean you can wear a regular bra without it peeking out. Plus, it comes in a rainbow of colors, from classic neutrals like black, white, and grey, to fun hues like violet, cherry, and pineapple.

  • Available sizes: M-XXL

14A Sleeveless Jersey Dress That's Soft Enough To Double As Loungewear

You'll love wearing this chic, minimalist tank dress to happy hour, work, or running around town — in fact, this easy, breezy piece is so soft and breathable, you'll likely find yourself wearing it as loungewear around the house, too. It's made with a silky jersey knit material that drapes beautifully on every body, with an asymmetrical midi length, a subtle V-neckline, and a split, curved drop hem for added breathability. The dress comes in two color options: a rich cherry red or a vibrant sage green.

  • Available sizes: 1X-7X

15An Airy Pleated Skirt That'll Keep You So Cool In the Heat

There's lots to love about this pleated maxi skirt, but one of the best things about it is its versatility. Style it with simple pumps and a white silk blouse for work, or pair it with sneakers and a retro graphic tee for a cool off-duty look. The skirt's crisp, gorgeous pleats make it look far more expensive than it actually is, and its gorgeous olive hue works with any outfit. It's unlined, has an elasticized waist, and is made of delicate woven polyester crepe.

  • Available sizes: XL

16A Simple, Strappy Sundress You'll Want To Buy In Every Color

Simple and versatile, this basic knit tank dress is perfect for hectic mornings when you don't have time to spend agonizing over your outfit. Its simple design consists of a midi length with a split dolphin-style hem, an elasticized drawstring waist, and an understated ruffle detail in the front. It's made of a soft, stretchy poly blend and comes in six different color options as well. "It's perfect for the hottest of hot summer days," one Amazon reviewer gushed. "It's a thin, very lightweight material, but not see-through!"

  • Available sizes: M-XXL

17A Basic Tank That's Made With Super Soft Jersey

This soft, simple tank top looks equally great on its own or as a lightweight layering piece. Made with a silky, stretchy jersey knit material, it has a silhouette that's designed to fit close to the body without feeling too tight. It has a subtle scoop at the neck and back, and reviewers say it's long enough to cover the tummy, hitting just at the hip. The tank is available in five versatile neutral tones: black, white, navy, forest green, and heather grey.

  • Available sizes: 1X-7X

18A Cute Ruffled Sundress That Comes With Short Or Long Sleeves

There's something undeniably fun about this ruffled, printed sundress. Wear it with cowboy boots and beachy waves for a summer festival or outdoor concert, or pair it with white sneakers and a textured messy bun when you're running around town. You can buy it with short sleeves, long sleeves, or without any sleeves at all in seven different colors.

  • Available sizes: S-XL

19An Off-The-Shoulder Top In A Summery Gingham Print

This strappy summer top is just the thing to pair with denim shorts and sneakers for a summer picnic in the park ⁠— or, tuck it into some high-waisted skinnies and throw on a pair of heels for dinner or a night out. With its cold-shoulder silhouette, lightweight, breathable material, and trendy-yet-classic gingham print, you're sure to find countless ways to wear this one all summer long.

  • Available sizes: XL

20This Breezy Knit Maxi Dress With Hundreds Of Glowing Five-Star Reviews

This breezy, flowy maxi dress has over 850 positive reviews on Amazon, and it's no wonder. The dress is incredibly versatile, effortlessly chic, and — best of all — soft and comfortable enough to literally wear as pajamas. Its relaxed, oversized design features slits at each side, and a loose V-neckline that falls just barely off the shoulder, with a low-cut back secured by a thin fabric strap. It's made of a silky, stretchy jersey knit material and is available in eight different colors.

  • Available sizes: XS-L

21A Pair Of Cropped Chinos With A Timeless Silhouette

Classic and comfy, these cropped wide-leg chinos will effortlessly go from work to the weekend and everywhere in between. Pair them with a cute tank and sandals in the summer, then come fall, wear them with a soft, fitted turtleneck and chunky booties. Made of soft, high-quality cotton with a hint of stretch, they come in five colors: off-white, olive, navy, khaki, and light pink.

  • Available sizes: 2-16

22A Simple Knit Romper That You Can Dress Up Or Down

This soft, simple halter romper is basically a blank slate just waiting to be accessorized. Wear it with a waist-cinching belt and big earrings to glitz it up, or pair it with a denim jacket and white sneakers for a casual daytime look. It's made of 100 percent lyocell, a naturally breathable, eco-friendly material derived of cellulose from wood pulp. Choose from six versatile colors: black, light pink, light blue, chambray, navy, and olive.

23A Maxi-Length Slip Dress That's Perfect For Beach Days

Wear this relaxed maxi slip dress for a day at the beach, then throw on some wedges and statement jewelry, and you're ready for dinner or a night out. The simple tent-style dress is covered in wide, vertical stripes — choose from ten different colors, including black, forest green, wine, and coffee. "Love this dress," one happy Amazon reviewer wrote. "It is so comfortable, the fabric is very soft and of good quality."

  • Available sizes: S-XL

24These Wide-Leg Linen Pants That Look Elegant, But Feel Like Pajamas

Somehow relaxed and polished all at once, linen is the fabric of choice amongst comfort-loving fashion girls everywhere. These wide leg pants help explain why: they're just as lightweight, soft, and breathable as your favorite pajama pants, but paired with heels and a simple silk tank, they're sophisticated enough to wear to dinner and drinks. These mid-rise pants feature an elasticized waist and come in seven neutral colors, including flax, black, white, and olive.

  • Available sizes: 2-16

25A Casual Floral Dress For Laid-Back Summer Days

You'll want to live in this casual printed dress all summer long. The simple design features a midi length, a V-neck with a button-down front, and an elasticized waist with a stylized drawstring detail. It's made of soft, lightweight rayon, and comes in three floral prints. Wear it on its own during the day, then add a faded denim jacket when the summer night gets chilly.

  • Available sizes: S-XXL

26This Simple Button-Down Blouse That's Just As Comfortable As Your Favorite T-Shirt

This simple button-down tank is perfect for those days when you just want an easy top to throw on with your jeans (or skirt, or skinnies, or leggings ... you get the idea). It has a relaxed, hip-grazing silhouette with a deep V-neckline and buttons down the front. This top is available in a wide variety of colors and prints, including pink polka dots, bold cherries, delicate florals, and classic solids like black, white, and khaki.

  • Available sizes: S-XXL

27This Pretty Floral Maxi That's Perfect For All Your Summer Events

This pretty floral maxi dress will be a godsend next time you're tearing through your closet searching for something to wear to that dinner, wedding, or baby shower. It features a classic, feminine A-line silhouette and a button-down style with a subtle center slit. Amazon reviewers can't say enough good things about this popular dress, saying it "feels light and cool," and calling it "romantic" and "elegant." One person even wrote, "Just walking around in this dress makes me happy." Choose from six colors and prints.

  • Available sizes: XS-XXL

28A More Polished Version Of Your Favorite Crewneck Tee

If you've ever wished you could wear your favorite well-worn crewneck to the office, you'll love this short sleeve woven blouse. Its lightweight, woven material looks more polished than a regular cotton tee, but the simple, relaxed silhouette means it's just as practical. "This is a really versatile shirt. I can wear it under a blazer/with a suit, but it also looks nice with jeans if I want something more dressed up than a t-shirt," one satisfied Amazon reviewer wrote.

  • Available sizes: 0-16

29A Versatile Maxi Dress That Comes In 21 Different Prints

This cold-shoulder maxi dress is one of those rare pieces that works for every occasion, from casual backyard barbecues to weddings and family reunions. It's available in a whopping 21 bold prints including florals, flamingos, and tropical-inspired foliage. Plus, the lightweight material, side slits, and cold shoulders allow for plenty of ventilation, adding to its comfort factor on super-hot summer days.

  • Available sizes: 0X-4X Plus

30An Elevated Take On The Classic T-Shirt

Simple yet sophisticated, this bell sleeve top is an easy way to update your basic jeans-and-tee uniform, and it can easily be dressed up for work or dinner out, too. It has a simple, versatile silhouette, and the mesh detail at the sleeves gives it a chic, slightly sporty look. It's available in a range of 28 different colors and prints, including classic neutrals, vibrant hues, and vintage-inspired florals.

  • Available sizes: S-XXL

31A Cold-Shoulder Midi Dress With Soft, Feminine Ruffles

Reviewers described this pretty, feminine midi dress as "stunning," "soft," and "beautifully made." Its off-the-shoulder, V-neck design will look right at home at all your summer weddings, parties, and bridal showers, and doubtless none of your friends will believe you got it on Amazon. The dress is lined, with a ruffled wrap detail at the bodice and a fitted waist. It's made of lightweight, non-stretch synthetic material, and comes in four different patterns.

  • Available sizes: XS-XXL

32This Classic Striped Tee That Will Literally Always Be Cool

There's something timelessly chic about a classic striped tee — after all, it's a look style icons like Audrey Hepburn, Coco Chanel, Brigitte Bardot and Jane Birkin all swear by. This simple, fitted striped crewneck nails the look perfectly. It's made of super-soft, 100 percent cotton with a subtle ribbed texture, with nautical-inspired stripes in ivory and navy blue. Wear it with high-waisted skinnies, faded boyfriend jeans, simple white shorts, or under a blazer to work.

  • Available sizes: XXS-3X

33A Vintage-Inspired Maxi Dress That's Perfect For Summer Weddings

This button-down maxi dress is a real showstopper, so be prepared to receive lots of compliments. It's made of a non-stretch, lightweight rayon material and features a deep V-neckline, an elasticized waist, and a long, flowing skirt with a slit up the center. It's worth mentioning that while the floor-grazing length is great if you're tall, several reviewers noted that the dress may need to be hemmed if you're on the shorter side.

  • Available sizes: 1X-3X

34A Classic Top That's Versatile Enough To Go From Work To Weekend

Wear this elegant tie-neck blouse with a pencil skirt and pumps for a polished work outfit, or pair it with high-waisted jeans and booties for a sophisticated weekend look. Try it in a bright, vibrant hue like aqua or marigold, but be sure to buy it in white for everyday wear, too.

  • Available sizes: S-XXL

35An Off-The-Shoulder Maxi Dress With Hundreds Of Glowing Reviews

Simple and versatile, this off-shoulder knit maxi dress has accumulated over 500 five-star reviews on Amazon, earning it an overall rating of 4.7-stars. Made of soft, stretchy material, it has an elasticized waist, roomy pockets, and a slit at the side for added breathability. It comes in 15 different colors and patterns, including a range of colorful florals. As one reviewer summed it up, "The slit is perfect, the pockets are amazing, the fabric is soft, and it fits perfectly."

  • Available sizes: XS-XL

36The Perfect Blouse To Pair With Your White Jeans

This pretty striped top is perfect for days when you want the feeling of something loose without hiding your shape completely. With its flirty off-the-shoulder neckline and feminine tie detail at the waist, it'll look great paired with all the jeans in your closet. Choose from vertical stripes in pink, red, blue, black, or grey.

37A Wildly Popular Maxi Dress That Comes In 26 Different Colors & Prints

This printed maxi dress has over 1,800 glowing five-star reviews on Amazon, with a four-star overall rating. And it's no wonder — it's surprisingly affordable and well-made, super easy to style for everything from vacations to weddings, and comes in a ton of chic prints (26, to be exact). The unlined, button-down dress has a V-neck design with an A-line silhouette and a slit in the front. "The colors are more brilliant in person and the fit is perfect and true to size," one reviewer gushed.

  • Available sizes: XS-XXL

38An Elegant Blouse That You Can Wear To The Office

Subtle, feminine details and an elegant silhouette are what make this simple, versatile blouse stand out. It has a dainty ruffled trim at the sleeves and a waist-cinching belt that looks effortlessly chic tied in a bow. Throw it on with some skinnies or a cute denim skirt, and you'll look instantly pulled together without putting in much effort. This blouse comes in nine different colors and prints, too, including solids and polka dots.

  • Available sizes: XS-XL

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