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ICYMI, we’re amidst a “Scandi-girl” summer.

Providing a daytime balance to the"Brat summer"surge, the Copenhagen-inspired trend embraces playfulness and ease.

Nnenna Echem wearing blue striped button-down with eyelet white pants and a raffia hat

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Bright colors are encouraged, and flowy silhouettes are a must.

About the Trend

Scandinavian style boils down to simplicity and comfort.

Think: linen pants with poplin button-downs, or voluminous sundresses paired with casualflip-flopsorMary Jane flats.

Close-up of woman wearing eyelet white front-tie blouse and blue gingham pants

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Naturally, mainstream labels from & Other Stories to Mango have followed suit, only further growing the trend.

Ahead, we break down six key pieces that make up the Scandinavian summer outfit formula.

The top has billowy sleeves, a ribbon tie front, and a boxy silhouette.

Nnenna Echem wearing a pink striped button down with white eyelet pants and flip flops

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You might find the style in bold patterns or delicate eyelet fabrics.

Product Picks

Gauzy Trousers

Uncomfortable pants don’t exist in Scandi style.

Instead, the aesthetic opts for loose-fitting, gauzy pants and pajama-like boxer shorts.

Woman walking wearing a striped button-down, jeans, and a raffia tote bag

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This is an ideal, summer-ready way to tote aroundallof your essentials this summer.

This capsule closet staple is easy to throw over any outfit to instantly elevate it.

To keep cool while staying on trend, look for button-downs in breezy fabrics likelinenorcotton.

Woman wearing a striped button-down with white tank top, jewelry, capri pants, and black flats

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Bonus points for a square-toe flip-flop.

Woman wearing a gray asymmetrical top and denim jorts with black ballet flats

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Woman wearing a patterned mini dress with blue cardigan over shoulders and white flip flops

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