Summer Suiting: taking your summer suits for women beyond workwear

When you think about summer suits for women, you probably think about workwear. And, of course, suits can be a great option for the office or for conferences. But, for 2024, the big suiting trend is to wear your suits for summer events, vacations, dinner, or casual.

In this article, you’ll find all the most beautiful summer suits for women we’ve found this year, as well as lots of ideas about how and where to wear them. Let’s get started.

Why we love the summer suit trend

1. It’s unexpected

Rather than dresses you could wear a suit. If you’re heading to a special event like a wedding, it’s often expected that you will wear a dress, so it’s great to switch things up a bit and opt for one of the summer suits for women in our article.

Sylvia @sylviacolella above (read her style interview here) shows how you can mix casual with formal by wearing your suit with sneakers.

Get her look with this similar top (another option here), blazer, pants, sneakers, belt, necklace and bag.

2. You can wear summer suits for women in so many ways

Choose the right suit and it will take you to so many occasions. You can wear for summer events, to dinner, for vacation, or you can wear your jacket and pants separately to create lots of different outfits.

3. You can choose your suit to suit your figure

Choose your suit to suit your body type. For instance, single-breasted works well for most figures because it is slimming and elongating, while double-breasted can add width, and wide-leg pants can create shape.

Melissa @melissabultburns above looks fabulous in her neon suit. She keeps the rest of her outfit neutral.

Recreate her outfit with this similar tee, blazer, pants, sneakers and handbag.

What to look out for in summer suits for women

For this season, choose paler colors rather than shades like black, navy and gray that have more of a workwear feel.

Also, look for waistcoats and shorts, which are particularly on trend, and which will give you suit the summer feel you want.

Summer suits on the catwalks

Below, you can see how designers choose to style summer suits on the runways for the summer season. Note how they chose paler shades as well as short suits.

Ralph Lauren – 3.1 Phillip Lim – Issey Miyake

The best summer suits for women in stores now

Let’s take a look at some of the suits we love in stores now.

1. J.Crew

The rope belt on the J.Crew suit (below) adds casual flair to a formal blazer.

Rope-tie Glossy Twill Blazer – Tapered Glossy Twill Essential Pant

Also from J.Crew, you could opt for the shorts suit (below), which would look great worn with flat or heeled sandals.

Vivienne Stretch Linen Blend Blazer – Sailor Pleated Stretch Linen Blend Short

2. mango

We love the pistachio shade of the MANGO suit (below). Wear with a white t-shirt and sneakers, or add a silky camisole and heeled sandals.

100% Linen Suit Blazer – 100% Linen Pants

Waistcoats are very much on trend. You can wear your waistcoat with or without the jacket.

Pinstripe Suit Blazer – Striped Linen Suit Vest – Striped Linen Suit Pants

3. Victoria Beckham X Mango

We love the Victoria Beckham collaboration with MANGO. The cream suit (below) is clean, timeless and great for minimal wardrobes.

Suit Blazer – Pleated Suit Pants

4. Ann Taylor

Ann Taylor is a great place to look for suits, no matter what the occasion. The cropped jacket and hook and eye fastening add interest.

The Cropped Crew Neck Linen Twill Jacket – The High Rise Pleated Wide Leg Linen Twill Pant

Or, you could opt for a dress suit for smarter summer occasions. You could always get the matching pants too to give you plenty of outfit choices.

The Long Cutaway Fluid Crepe Blazer – The Front Slit Pencil Fluid Crepe Skirt

5. M.M.LaFleur

The M.M.LaFleur dress (below) is super stylish thanks to the button-down style and can be worn in lots of different ways. You could also opt for the matching pants, dress and skirt and then you’d be able to create lots of different suit outfits.

The Twidwell Blazer – The Cassandra Dress

6. COS

For a fun, and more casual take on summer suits, look out for a print suit or one with short sleeves.

Botanical Print Short Sleeve Blazer – Botanical Print Pants

7. Polo Ralph Lauren

Ralph Lauren is known for timeless classics so it’s a great place to search for summer suits for women, and the white shorts suit (below) is no exception. You could wear year after year and know it will still be on trend.

Linen Patch Pocket Blazer – Linen Tailored Shorts

For an equally timeless, but more on-trend option, you could choose a waistcoat rather than a blazer.

Pinstriped Linen-Cotton Denim Vest – Pinstriped Twill Wide-Leg Pants

8. Cinq à Sept

Utility, or cargo styles are particularly on trend right now, and the Cinq à Sept suit (below) pairs the casual elements of cargo dressing with the more formal look of a suit. This would be a great one to wear as separates too.

Louisa Denim Blazer – Azure Cotton-Blend Zip Pants

For a more casual take on suiting, the zip-up jacket and jogger bottoms are a great choice. You could also wear the jacket with a denim skirt, or the pants with a t-shirt and sneakers.

Holly Puff-Sleeve Utility Jacket – Giles Twill Cargo Joggers

9. eileen fisher

If you do choose a darker color for summer, then choose a more casual style like the Eileen Fisher suit (below).

Organic Cotton Ripple Blazer – Organic Cotton Ripple Wide Leg Pant

10. H&m

If you want to dabble in the summer suiting trend without a huge budget, then H&M often has suits with lovely clean lines like the single-breasted suit (below).

Linen Blend Blazer / Linen Blend Pants

11. Alice + Olivia

For a smart take on shorts suiting that would be great with heels for dinner or summer events, the Alice + Olivia set (below) is perfect.

Breann Tipped Fitted Blazer – Esta Pleated Tipped Shorts

12. boden

For a bright suit that is sure to get you noticed for the right reasons, take a look at the Boden set (below). You could also choose the matching pants.

Marylebone Linen Blazer – Westbourne Linen Shorts

13. AllSaints

We love the print on the AllSaints set (below) which would be lovely for beach weddings or for dinner on vacation.

Aleida Rafaela Paisley Print Woven Blazer – Aleida Rafaela Paisley Print Woven Blazer Shorts

14. L’Agence

The L’AGENCE suit (below) looks beautiful for events like weddings, a day at the races or dinner.

Colin Double-Breasted Blazer – Pilar Wide-Leg Trousers

15. Veronica Beard

A more casual choice for you now. The Veronica Beard suit (below) taps into this season’s cargo trend.

Jada Silk Utility Shirt – Dallas Utility Midi-Skirt

16. Karen Millen

For a suit which is designed for events rather than work, look at the Karen Millen set (below), which features beautiful embroidery.

Linen Cutwork Detail Woven Top – Linen Cutwork Embroidery Woven Pants

17. Staud

You could opt for a cardigan rather than a blazer when choosing your suit, like the skirt suit (below).

Raft Striped Knit Zip-Up Sweater – Karina Knit Body-Con Midi-Skirt

18. Amazon

For an on-trend waistcoat style, take a look at the suit from Amazon (below) which has great reviews. Wearers say it is great quality, chic and comfortable. You could wear with just a camisole underneath for warmer weather, or with a turtleneck. It comes in a choice of 14 colors.

PRETTYGARDEN Suit Vest And Wide Pants Set

The PRETTYGARDEN set, which comes in a choice of 19 colors, gives a more formal look thanks to the waistcoat.

WHCQ 3-Pc Suit Set

How to wear your summer suits

Tanasha @letsrecreatethelook above looks fabulous in her red shorts suit.

Steal her look with this similar blazer vest set (another option here), sandals (another option here) and handbag.

What to wear with your suit

Now, let’s take a look at what you could wear to create a full outfit with your suit.

Tops and jeans

Choose t-shirts, tank tops for summer, and don’t forget you can create more outfits by wearing your jacket with your jeans, pants or denim skirts.

Vince Crewneck Pima Cotton T-Shirt – ATM Anthony Thomas Melillo Matte Silk Charmeuse Top – Xirena Robbie Linen Crop Top – PAIGE Genevieve Flared Jeans

shoes

For summer, wear your suit with flat or heeled sandals, or choose sneakers for a more casual look.

Miz Mooz Elias Sandals – Aerosoles Camera Heeled Sandals – Naturalizer Vera Block Heel Sandals – Victoria Berlin Fine Leather Suede V Sneakers

accessories

Changing your accessories will switch up the formality of your suit. Opt for a tote bag for casual days, or a clutch for evening and events. Don’t forget to add statement or more subtle jewelry.

REBECCA MINKOFF Darren Signature Carryall Shoulder Bag – Tory Burch Fleming Soft Metallic Quilt Mini Chain Tote – Kendra Scott Elisa Pearl Multi Strand Necklace – Majorica Tender Pearls Toggle Necklace – Madewell Delicate Collection Demi-Fine Small Hoop Earrings – Madwell Organic Molten Link Hoop Earrings – Kate Spade New York Floral Shimmer Stud Earrings

How to wear your summer suits

Below, you’ll find inspiration on how to style your summer suit.

1. For a summer wedding or event

A suit can be a great choice if you’re a wedding guest or have an event coming up. The satin finish to the suit (below) gives it a luxurious feel. Add metallic or neutral accessories.

L’AGENCE Colin Double-Breasted Blazer – L’AGENCE Pilar Wide-Leg Trousers – Naturalizer Vera Block Heel Sandals – Tory Burch Fleming Soft Metallic Quilt Mini Chain Tote – Kate Spade New York Floral Shimmer Stud Earrings

2. As separates

You can always wear your suit jacket with your favorite jeans to elevate your look from casual to more formal.

J.Crew Vivienne Stretch Linen Blend Blazer – PAIGE Genevieve Flared Jeans – ATM Anthony Thomas Melillo Matte Silk Charmeuse Top – Aerosoles Camera Heeled Sandals – REBECCA MINKOFF Darren Signature Carryall Shoulder Bag – Majorica Tender Pearls Toggle Necklace

Suzie @suzie.richetti above opts for a striped jacket with her jeans. She adds a touch of glamour with her jeweled shoes.

Get her look with this similar tee, blazer, jeans, pumps, belt and necklace.

7. With heels and a silk top

A chic outfit that will look great for any event is to team your suit with a silky top and a pair of heels.

Victoria Beckham x MANGO Suit Blazer – Victoria Beckham x MANGO Pleated Suit Pants – ATM Anthony Thomas Melillo Matte Silk Charmeuse Top – Naturalizer Vera Block Heel Sandals – Victoria Berlin Fine Leather Suede V Sneakers – Tory Burch Fleming Soft Metallic Quilt Mini Chain Tote – Kendra Scott Elisa Pearl Multi Strand Necklace – Kate Spade New York Floral Shimmer Stud Earrings

8. Mix your suits

You could pair a striped blazer or waistcoat with your plain pants or vice-versa.

Polo Ralph Lauren Linen Patch Pocket Blazer – MANGO Striped Linen Suit Pants – Xirena Robbie Linen Crop Top – Miz Mooz Elias Sandals – REBECCA MINKOFF Darren Signature Carryall Shoulder Bag – Majorica Tender Pearls Toggle Necklace

3. With a waistcoat

Choosing a waistcoat suit is a great way to ensure that your suit is on trend.

Polo Ralph Lauren Pinstriped Linen-Cotton Denim Vest – Polo Ralph Lauren Pinstriped Twill Wide-Leg Pants – Naturalizer Vera Block Heel Sandals – Tory Burch Fleming Soft Metallic Quilt Mini Chain Tote – Madwell Organic Molten Link Hoop Earrings

Nicola @40notfrumpy above shows how you could style a waistcoat suit for summer.

Recreate her outfit with this similar vest, pants, sandals and tote.

5. Combine with another trend

Make sure you’re on trend by looking for a suit that also has elements of another trend, such as cargo pockets or florals.

Veronica Beard Jada Silk Utility Shirt – Veronica Beard Dallas Utility Midi-Skirt –Aerosoles Camera Heeled Sandals – REBECCA MINKOFF Darren Signature Carryall Shoulder Bag – Madewell Delicate Collection Demi-Fine Small Hoop Earrings

6. Casually with sneakers 

A great way to mix formal and casual elements in your outfit to create interest is to wear your suit with sneakers.

Cinq à Sept Louisa Denim Blazer – Cinq à Sept Azure Cotton-Blend Zip Pants – Vince Crewneck Pima Cotton T-Shirt – Victoria Berlin Fine Leather Suede V Sneakers – Tory Burch Fleming Soft Metallic Quilt Mini Chain Tote – Kendra Scott Elisa Pearl Multi Strand Necklace

4. with shorts

A short suit is perfect for summer, whether you want to wear to a summer event, or for dinner in warmer months.

Alice + Olivia Breann Tipped Fitted Blazer – Alice + Olivia Esta Pleated Tipped Shorts – ATM Anthony Thomas Melillo Matte Silk Charmeuse Top – Miz Mooz Elias Sandals – REBECCA MINKOFF Darren Signature Carryall Shoulder Bag – Madewell Delicate Collection Demi-Fine Small Hoop Earrings

Jona @the50plusgirl above wears a stylish lilac shorts suit and teams with silver shoes.

Check out this similar top, blazer and shorts (similar sets here and here), pumps, bag (another option here) and sunglasses.

9. A short sleeve blazer for summer

Choosing a short-sleeve blazer is a great way to make sure your suit is summer-ready.

COS Botanical Print Short Sleeve Blazer – COS Botanical Print Pants – Victoria Berlin Fine Leather Suede V Sneakers – REBECCA MINKOFF Darren Signature Carryall Shoulder Bag – Madewell Delicate Collection Demi-Fine Small Hoop Earrings

Your summer suits for women capsule

Below, you can see many of the suit outfits and summer suits for women from above together in one capsule. You can see that you could mix and match many of the jackets and bottoms around the create different outfits.

shop the best summer suits here:

Continue reading:

1. 2024 Fashion Trends: All The Best Outfits To Wear This Spring And Summer
2. Lightweight Summer Jackets For Women That Are Perfect For Summer Layering
3. The Best Suits For Women To Feel Your Most Confident

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