20 Casual but Cute Outfit Ideas When You Feel Like Putting in Zero Effort (2024)

Who doesn't love a striped shirt? That's a rhetorical question, obviously. Pair with long shorts and some cream slides for the perfect casual-yet-polished outfit recipe.

A blue Nike set with logos on the sleeves and bottoms is easy to throw on with a pair of, you guessed it, Nike sneaks. These terrycloth shorts will be so comfy, too. Just sayin'.

Made Some Souvenirs designs cool, touristy T-shirts, each one embroidered with the name of a dreamy location. Pair this "Tulum" tee with white jeans and sandals for a beachy summer vibe.

A simple white T-shirt is a summer staple, but when paired with a tiered floral midi skirt, it's oh-so chic. Wear this stunning getup with white sneakers or woven sandals, and you’ve got a summer-ready ‘fit.

Pleats are here to stay! These pleated shorts will feel extra breezy in hot temps. Wear them with a hard-to-miss orange top and platform slides to run errands or walk the dog in style.

Wear this over a bathing suit or a bra top—it works either way! Accessorize with a cute straw bag, flat sandals, and hoop earrings to pull it all together.

This sweet cotton dress has so many lovely hues in it, and it also ties in the back and has ruffled straps. Extra flirty details! Slip on some coordinating flip-flops, sandals, or sneakers for a casual but colorful look.

You can't go wrong with overalls for a cute but low-key outfit! This Levi's pair is designed for a loose fit, and it looks great with two-strap slides and a bikini or a T-shirt underneath.

Lisa Says Gah just dropped a delicious new Italian-inspired print that's going fast. Get in on the summer look with this fun cami, and mix it up with a gingham skirt for some pattern play.

Throw on these cotton blend gauze shorts and the matching top with some sandals for an easy outfit you can wear poolside or just out and about.

A cutout tank top with wide, breezy pants will get you all the compliments without looking or feeling like you tried too hard.

Tank tops are basically *the* summer staple, so why not opt for one in dress form? This Good American number will turn heads, but you'll feel so comfortable thanks to the stretch material—and by pairing it with your go-to sneakers, obv.

Eyelet fabrics just scream summer. Keep things cool with a head-to-toe white look featuring a crisp midi skirt and T-shirt. Add contrast with black sandals and perhaps a colorful bag, et voilà! A casual yet cute 'fit.

A knit top with a slit for added airflow looks so chic with jeans or cutoffs. Slip on some chunky loafers, Converse, or block-heel sandals to keep things casual.

Yes, we all know and love sweatpants, but how about a sweat...skirt? It's the same soft, cozy material you love but in skirt form. That means way more airflow than pants when temps get swelteringly hot! Wear this mint one with a white tank or graphic tee, sneakers, and a baguette bag to ace the athleisure aesthetic.

Like I said, sometimes a "casual" look is all about the vibe you're giving off—heels can be casual if you say so! But, you can always swap out the footwear with this cool printed midi skirt and corset look for cute yet comfy sneakers, too.

Coordinating sets, like this gorgeous pink skirt and top, might seem dressy. But they are in fact the easiest things to wear and style, since there's no strategizing or mixing-and-matching necessary! Just slide on some flats, add a statement necklace, and you're set.

For a functional but pulled-together outfit, opt for an exercise dress from Outdoor Voices. You can dress these babies up or down by simply swapping out your shoes, and you don't have to worry about a strong breeze giving you a wardrobe malfunction because of the built-in shorts.

A neutral outfit from top to bottom like this beige tank, subtly yellow shorts, and tan clogs will make you look instantly stylish with minimal effort. Because that's always the goal, right?

Throw on this bold color for an impossible-to-miss look. If it gets a little chilly at night, toss on a chore jacket.