As the season changes from spring to summer, the pastels in your wardrobe make way for brighter pops of color. Whether you spend your days by the pool, on the golf course, or on vacation, you can beat the heat in style with this year’s summer clothes for men. From lightweight shirts and breathable shorts to comfortable swimwear and casual essentials, you’ll find everything you need to stay cool, look sharp, and enjoy every sunny day to the fullest.
Summer Style Tips
From ways to stay cool in the summer to layering for cooler summer evenings, we’ve collected our favorite summer style tips for choosing the right warm-weather clothing.
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Go for performance fabric. Activewear fabric isn’t just for workout clothes! You can find performance fabric technology in every article of clothing, keeping you cool and protecting you from harmful UV rays.
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Wear lighter colors. Light colors, including beige, white, and light blues and greens, reflect sunlight instead of absorbing heat.
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Remember summertime accessories. Add sunglasses to your outfit to keep your eyes safe (and look great doing it). Hats and visors are also advisable for brighter summer days.
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Grab outerwear. While the afternoon weather might be hot, summer evenings can cool down after sunset. Bring lightweight outerwear to transition along with the sinking temperatures.
Summer Essentials Every Man Needs
Enhance your seasonal attire with our favorite summer wardrobe essentials. Mix and match your favorites for a fresh look for every occasion.
Lightweight Performance Polo
Perfect for men’s summer golf outfits or attire for any other activity, performance polos feel just as good as they look. Traditional features and cuts make them blend into more formal occasions, while breathable performance fabrics keep you cool all day long. Pair these polos with shorts in the same materials, or with your favorite pair of chino shorts.
Versatile Performance Shorts
Shorts are supposed to keep you cool, and performance shorts are ready for the job. Made with stretchy, comfortable performance materials, performance shorts look just like the other shorts in your wardrobe, but they feel more like activewear. You can find other casual choices in our shorts collection, including linen shorts and casual khaki shorts.
Everyday Tees and Performance T-Shirts
T-shirts are ideal lightweight summer clothes, and you’ve probably already got some in your closet. Make some room between the band shirts and commemorative tees for everyday men’s T-shirts in coastal colors and prints. Or, opt for performance t-shirts that feel as soft and stretchy as your favorite workout attire.
Quick-Dry Swim Trunks
It’s not summer without a great pair of swim trunks! Bring comfort and style to the pool when you choose trunks made with wicking fabric, flexible materials, and versatile features for all-day wear. They look great with t-shirts in complementary colors, along with water-ready Flipjacks and sandals.
Breathable Button Downs
Transition from the beach to the boardwalk when you add a short-sleeved button-down to your outfit. Summertime patterns and timeless features make these shirts ideal for mid-morning brunch, afternoons on the sand, and dinner downtown. For a more formal twist on this classic look, choose long-sleeved button-downs instead. You can always roll up your sleeves if the weather is warm!
Comfortable, Casual, and Performance Pants
Are pants a summer staple? When they’re made with lightweight fabric and performance materials, they are. Choose men’s pants that complement your favorite summer tops, whether they’re patterned or solid-colored. This elevated casual look also works with breathable performance pants, perfect for those summer days that shift in and out of higher temperatures.
Easy Layers
Summer mornings and evenings can have a bit of a chill, especially if you’re spending the day on the coast. Prepare for that misty marine layer with handy pullovers and sweaters that go with anything in your seasonal wardrobe. Hoodies and quarter-zips are essentials for any summer to-go bag, and they’ll keep those UV rays away from your arms, too!
Add Summer Staples to Your Warm-Weather Wardrobe
When it comes to men's summer fashion, the choices are endless. Polos, button-downs, performance shorts, and swim trunks are just a few articles of men’s casual clothing that pair elevated temperatures with elevated style.
For more ideas on summer clothes for men, follow our guide to what to wear golfing, and learn more about how to wear a short-sleeved button-down shirt. And if you’re planning an Independence Day event, don’t miss our tips on hosting a Fourth of July party!
