Quiz: What’s one of the most popular Google searches for women? Hint: it has nothing to do with cookie batter or the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. But, it does have something to do with style. Answer? How to look chic while being cozy. And dressing COZY chic can be, (in my opinion) trickier than learning how to (properly) contour your face with makeup! Cozy can mean, to some, hair up, fuzzy socks on, and a blanket (as your accessory). Style dilemma: can we be master the chic look while simultaneously being cozy? And how to style this cozy chic vibe in the HOT summer months?
Simple…
IDEA #1: Swap out a baseball hat for a more stylish one.
- Try a straw, fedora or sombrero (kidding about the sombrero…)
- LOVING pretending I’m a cowboy in THIS hat
- Set (comfortable) bounderies for what hat you wear.
- Try on a few different styles/designs until you love the look. Not all hats are winners…
- Feeling awkward in what you’re wearing? Don’t wear it.
- Perfect instant street style glam to wear for coffee, lunch at an outside patio, or cocktails after the beach.
IDEA #2: Swap out fitted dresses for embellished tunics
- Tunic Embellishment. Adds an instant fancy factor to your look, but is also super cozy & breezy to keep you cool!
- Worn THIS tunic on the regular this summer! And my kitty, Moxie, likes it too!
- Minimize the Rest. With a lot going on with your tunic, keep the rest of your outfit basic.
- SIMPLE shoes (flats), jewelry (delicate pendant, a few thin, layered bangles, or stud earrings.
IDEA #3: Add Statement Jewelry to a BASIC Look
Cozy can be charming – add embellished details (jewelry, shoes, bag…) to the neutral/monochromatic wardrobe to style it up with sophistocation!
How To? Pick (only) 1 from this list when the rest of your outfit is monochromatic.
- Add Color: Brighten things up with colorful accessories! Turquoise, pink and greens are my faves for the summer!
- Add Design: Prints/Pom-Poms are popping up everywhere! Try an embellished straw bag!
- Add Sparkle: Tassels, sequins, embroidery, OR fringe can enhance your monochromatic look.
IDEA #4: Shoes!
“A woman with good shoes is never ugly,” Coco Chanel. Try out these summer shoe trends:
- Warm tones
- Textual tapestries
- Henna tattoo inspired
- Embroidery
- Jeweled detailing
IDEA #5: FINAL Thoughts!
If you answer YES to the following questions, you’ve mastered a cozy, chic look!
- Does it make you smile?
- Do you feel pretty in it?
- Do you feel confident wearing it?
- Is it something you LOVE?
- Would you want your photo taken in it?
SHOP
*Loved partnering with Soft Surroundings for this post, but as always all opinions are my own.
I am all about statement jewelry. The more bold, the better!! I think all of your ideas are awesome.
That’s so true! I love how it makes a simple outfit stand out! Thanks for loving my ideas, hun!
Loving these ideas! Definitely love a good bag and shoes to match up with the perfect outfit and I would choose a tunic over a fitted dress (hello comfort) any day!
Glad you love ’em! It’s so true! I’m also a tunic girl, it’s just so comfy! Thanks for dropping by!
I work from home so I often forget the “chic” part and only go for cozy. These are some good tips for the exciting occasions when I actually get out my front door!
Sometimes it’s good to dress up! It makes you feel amazing but I do get the not going out much part since I work from home during the summer while the school is out! Thanks for the visit!
These are stunning! I love the small accent jewelry. Sometimes i forget i’m human too and get thrown into frumpy mommy mode. I’m going to try to fit these styles into my wardrobe.
It’s good to use accessories and dress up from time to time. We need to take care of ourselves too and help ourselves feel great! Thanks for the visit!
I love the tunic. I need a new one for a coverup. I also need to move past my visors for summer and look for a cute hat.
The tunic is really lovely and comfy too! I hope you consider checking out these items! Thanks for the visit!
You put the s in cozy style, I love all those accessories. I would want to be on that beach it looks so calming. I will take on some of your tips when I get to the shore..
Thanks! Glad you like my style! The beach is amazing and it’s definitely a great place to take all the stress away! Thanks for the visit!
I am so in love with that embellished tunic! It looks like it would be perfect for a beach trip!
ME TOO! It’s really pretty and colorful! Perfect for the summer! Thanks for the visit, hun!
Hey, I am all about dressing cozy and fashionable! These are some awesome looks I need to try!
That’s my goal as well! Comfort and style! Glad you love them, thanks for the visit!
These are some great tips for really nailing that comfy/chic thing. I will definitely be trying out a tunic at some point before the end of summer because me and the fitted dresses just aren’t having it right now. 😉
I’m glad you appreciate the post! I really love being comfy without sacrificing the style! This tunic is totally worth it! Thanks for the visit!
Great ideas! I love the idea of dressing up an everyday outfit with statement jewelry. And thatt embellished tunic is stunning.
That’s so true! It’s always in the accessories that you choose! I am in love with this tunic! Thanks for the visit!
These are great suggestions!! We all want to look cute, but comfortable. I guess we don’t associate the two EVER going together, LOL, but you proved that isn’t true! Thanks
I am so psyched that you guys appreciate the tips! We should never sacrifice comfort for style when we can do both! Thanks for the visit!
I like the idea of swapping out dresses for embellished tunics. Oh and straw hats are always welcome in my wardrobe! I like this concept of cozy chic its well thought out but effortlessly constructed too x
I love comfy dresses during the summer! Tunics are definitely a must have and so are straw hats! Glad you like my style! Thanks for the visit!
These are all great tips and easy to do. I love tunics in the summer and I just bought some tassel earrings!
I love tunics, they are just SO comfy! The tassel earrings are perfect! Thanks for the visit!
Oh I absolutely love those soes. They look so beautiful even to wear on a regular day!
I love the shoes too! That’s is so true and it’s really comfy! Thanks for the visit!
I love the tunic! I am much more of a boho chic kind of gal, and that definitely appeals to me! And the fringe is so adorable as well!
I love boho chic! It’s comfy and it’s stylish just like what I’m aiming for. This tunic is just so awesome! Thanks for the visit!
I love your shoes! And I really love that pom pom bag in your first photo. My daughter is currently obsessed with everything pom poms and would love this so much!
Thanks! That bag has been amazing, I’ve been using it all summer and it’s definitely adorable! It’s been getting a lot of compliments too. Thanks for the visit!
You always look stunning. You have such an amazing sense of style. I wish I could pull of cozy and chic. I used to be able to, so maybe i should give it a try!
Aww, thanks hun that’s such a sweet compliment! Totally made my day! You should totally give it a try! Thanks for the visit!
love your sunglasses and your hat! Definitely a cool and cozy vibe ootd!
Thanks! I love being comfy while at the beach! Thanks for the visit!
I love your tunics, they’re always so bright and bold and pretty! I feel like I Have gotten into a very blah style these days and could really use some statement in my life!
Tunics are so awesome! I think adding some patterns and colors never hurt! It makes outfits more exciting! Thanks for the visit!
I love the tassels on the end of your tunic. They make it seem so happy and playful!
I love tassels this season! They’re such an adorable trend! Thanks for the visit!
I love tunics, especially on other people since I can’t seem to find one that’s right for me! I love the ones that you wore. The one with the tassels has a beautiful 60ish vibe to it. 🙂
I’m sure you’ll find the perfect one, check out my links! I think it’s really comfy and stylish! Love the tassels too! Thanks for the visit!
I like the idea of swapping out fitted dresses for tunics. That sounds a lot more comfortable than anything fitted.
That’s the goal when the heat is just too much during the summer! Tunics are awesome! Thanks for the visit!
They key word here, for me , is definitely cozy! If I am not compfortable, I won’t wear it. It drives my husband crazy because he wants me to wear thetight skinny jeans and form fitting tops, and thesea ll are just oo restrictive! I love your style, the black top is my fav!
I love being comfy but I also love being chic and stylish! I think this is the perfect compromise if it’s even called a compromise! I love it! Thanks for the visit!
Im all aboUt straw hats at the moment! They have been my go-to pool accessory lately. I’m always getting complements!!!
Swapping out the hat is a great idea. I am always in baseball caps, so a cute one like the one you have would be a refreshing change
I’m all for the shoes and switching up hats, but what really stands out to me here is the tunic. Just lovely! All of the details are sublime.
I always up my simple looks with cute shoes and flashy jewelry. Takes it from bleh to bad-ass!