Tuesday, May 26, 2020

16 Summer Matching Sets That Don’t Look Like Pajamas


Since shelter-in-place orders, matching sets have come out as one of fashion’s biggest trends. From tie-dye two-pieces to athletic-inspired styles, matching sweatsuits have seen a spike in sales; according to Moda Operandi’s recent runway report, the e-tailer’s seen a 75% increase in clients buying full sets, over separates, since March. It makes sense: Sets are comfortable, they take the guesswork out of putting a look together, and they look more stylish than sweats alone.

And while co-ords aren’t going away anytime soon, with the arrival of Memorial Day (and its accompanying sales), our eyes and wallets have turned toward their summer counterparts. Made in light fabrics like linen, sleeveless silhouettes, and cheery prints, these summer matching sets are a far cry from the pajama-like styles that have dominated the last two months. As lockdown restrictions continue to ease, and temperatures continue to rise, these more structured pieces are perfect for transitioning our wardrobes into more summer-ready, yet still effortless, territory. While we may not be yet ready to think about putting whole outfits together — nor have the need to — a matching set provides a one-and-done solution to dressing, allowing its wearer to look polished in minutes (if only to jump on a Zoom call).

Ahead, 16 matching sets — in pant, skirt, and short styles — that are as easy and summer-appropriate as they are stylish for wearing inside and out. 

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Staud Tango Tee, $, available at Staud

Staud Bruco Pant, $, available at Staud


Beauticurve X Lane Bryant Beauticurve Linen Wide Leg Pant, $, available at Lane Bryant

Beauticurve X Lane Bryant Beauticurve Crossover Poplin Top, $, available at Lane Bryant


H&M One-shoulder Flounced Bodysuit, $, available at H&M

H&M Bermuda Shorts, $, available at H&M


Adam Selman Raglan Crop Top, $, available at 11 Honore

Adam Selman Tube Skirt, $, available at 11 Honore


Free People Everything Set, $, available at Free People


Mango Flowy printed blouse, $, available at Mango

Mango Belt culottes trousers, $, available at Mango


Babaton Cropped puff-sleeve blouse, $, available at Aritzia

Babaton High-rise pleated trousers, $, available at Aritzia


Nooworks Mock Neck A-OK, $, available at Nooworks

Nooworks Jogger A-OK, $, available at Nooworks


Zara Poplin Peplum Top, $, available at Zara

Zara Wide Leg Poplin Pants, $, available at Zara


Mara Hoffman Extended ava top, $, available at Mara Hoffman

Mara Hoffman Extended liv pant, $, available at Mara Hoffman


Abercrombie & Fitch Crinkle Cotton-Blend Button-Up Shirt, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch

Abercrombie & Fitch Keepsake Ruffle Hem Midi Skirt, $, available at Abercrombie & Fitch


& Other Stories Cropped Lyocell Tank Top, $, available at & Other Stories

& Other Stories Wide Lyocell Blend Trousers, $, available at & Other Stories


Rebecca Taylor Indigo Ikat Linen Top, $, available at Rebecca Taylor

Rebecca Taylor Indigo Ikat Linen Skirt, $, available at Rebecca Taylor


Sister Jane DREAM Round Up Tie Back Top, $, available at Sister Jane

Sister Jane DREAM Round Up Scallop Peg Trousers, $, available at Sister Jane


Farm Rio banana pitta blouse, $, available at Farm Rio

Farm Rio banana pitta midi skirt, $, available at


The Range Vital Rib Hardware Tank, $, available at Revolve

The Range Vital Rib Jogger, $, available at Revolve

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