If Bright Summer Colors Make You Want to Barf, You'll Love These Alternatives

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Alexis Bennett
May 11, 2018 @ 2:15 pm

Is the season for in-your-face, floral-speckled dresses and electrifying accessories over yet? Don't get me wrong. We're certainly happy that the weather is heating up, but not everyone is a fan of the racks upon racks of brightly colored clothes.

So what's a girl to do when black is her happy place? You just have to dig a little deeper. We promise there are subdued summery-looking pieces out there. Or you can just make things easier for yourself and shop our favorite picks below. The list includes a combination of solid and printed styles that won't leave you looking like you crashed into a rainbow. So scroll on to find something new to add to your wardrobe.

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Gingham Dress

J. Crew $180 SHOP NOW
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Cold Shoulder Blouse

Draper James $195 SHOP NOW
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Burbank Skirt

Privacy Please $128 SHOP NOW
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Dora Blouse

Farrow $46 (Originally $66) SHOP NOW
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x Chriselle Paper Bag Waist Short

JOA $88 SHOP NOW
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Off the Shoulder Top

1.State $89 SHOP NOW
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Mixed Spotted Pinafore Dress

Topshop $95 SHOP NOW
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Off-the-Shoulder Dress

Michael Michael Kors $155 SHOP NOW
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Quinn High-Rise Skirt

Agolde $128 SHOP NOW
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Sierra Overall

Paige $279 SHOP NOW

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