What I Wore to Brunch (and What I Wish I Wore Instead)
Here’s the thing about brunch: it always sounds casual, but the minute you arrive, someone’s in a sundress with perfect hair, and you’re sitting there in the jeans you almost didn’t wear.
Been there. Too many times.
Brunch outfits are sneaky. You want to look cute, but not like you tried too hard. Comfortable, but still like you planned something. And most of all? You want to feel good while eating half a waffle, drinking iced coffee, and pretending you’re not sweating through your outfit by 11 a.m.
So this summer, I started planning ahead—and keeping a few no-brainer outfit combos on deck. Here are the ones I’ve actually worn (and the ones I wish I’d worn instead), plus links in case your closet’s looking a little uninspired.
And if you’re tired of wondering what to wear every day, grab the 365 Outfit Ideas guide. Trust me, it’s the brunch backup plan you didn’t know you needed.
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When It’s 85° by 10AM
Wore: Ribbed tank and denim shorts.
Wish I’d Worn: Poplin dress and slide sandals.
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Plaid Button Down Dress
$38.99
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Genuine Leather Lock Design Bucket Bag
$82.88
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Slide Sandals Flat Toe
$38.99
That “It’s Just the Girls” Brunch
Wore: Black leggings and oversized tee.
Wish I’d Worn: Matching linen set with a slick bun.
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Asymmetrical Split Tank Tops Wide Leg Pants
$33.99
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Waterproof/Tarnish-free 18k Gold Stainless Steel Round Heart Hoop Earrings
$25.00
Crossbody Bags
$20.99
Last-Minute Text, Zero Time to Think
Wore: The same jeans I wore yesterday.
Wish I’d Worn: Easy cotton jumpsuit and platform sandals.
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Printed Square Neck Jumpsuit
$41.99
Raffia Espadrilles Metal Chain Slip on Open Toe Cute Beach Slide Sandals
$59.99
Oversized Sunglasses
$14.98
When You’re Sitting Outside for Two Hours
Wore: Tight tank dress and regrets.
Wish I’d Worn: Flowy skirt and an open-knit top.
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Slim Fit Ribbed Knit Basic Tee
$22.99
Pleated Skirts High Waisted A Line Skirt
$21.99
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Buckle Straps Espadrilles
$59.99
The One Where You Actually Dressed Up
Wore: Cute blouse and jeans.
Wish I’d Worn: Statement dress, chunky sandals, and sunglasses no one borrows.
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Tiered A Line Maxi Long Dress
$32.99
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Memory Foam Insole
$49.90
Vintage Narrow Cat Eye Sunglasses
$19.99
Brunch Outfit Staples You’ll Actually Wear Again
No wild trends here—just summer pieces that pull their weight.
Pull On Drawstring Elastic Waist
$31.99
Summer Midi Dress Smocked
$56.99
Crop Button Down Shirt
$28.99
Woven Belt Bag
$34.99
Leather Summer Sandals
$49.90
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