How do you, in these temperatures, create glamorous, practical and comfortable looks without going crazy? Simple: by choosing elegance and simplicity, opting for monochrome looks, the most loved and acclaimed trend of the summer.

Why we like these looks so much is easily said: they are versatile, fresh, suitable for every silhouette and very easy to recreate. All we have to do is choose our favourite shades, letting ourselves be inspired by the season's palette, to feel super trendy with minimal effort.

The choice is vast, and monochromatic it means. They range from neutral tones to bright nuances, passing through vitaminic colours and pastel ones. But how to choose the right nuance? And how to combine the garments with each other? We explain in this article.

What is a monochrome look (and why you'll love it)

What a monochrome outfit is, the name itself suggests. It is a look that is constructed from a single colour, declined in several shades, fabrics and cuts.

It does not necessarily mean dressing in a single colour, because these looks can also be customised and original, the important thing is to always create a visual harmony. The advantage? The look is immediately coherent and chic, visually lengthening the figure and giving balance to all silhouettes.

Moreover, it is a strategic and space-saving choice for our wardrobe because we can create dozens of combinations with just a few targeted garments, also perfect for travel and summer holidays.

From neutral, relaxing tones such as sand, white, cream and beige to bright colours such as fuchsia, poppy red, burnt orange or lime green - everyone can find their own summer palette.

How to create a perfect monochrome look for every occasion

The secret, as mentioned above, lies in the colour combination. Tone on tone is fine, even if it risks being a bit flat, but why preclude playing with the diversity of fabrics and shades.

We can, in fact, differentiate fabrics: combine linen with cotton, viscose and silk, and even denim. And we can, then, play with shades: choose the same colour but in lighter or more intense versions. On our side, to dare, we have the accessories with which we can create splendid contrasts, soft or stronger.

The great thing about monochrome looks is that we can really indulge ourselves and create perfect outfits to wear on any occasion. For the office, for example, we can go for neutral tones such as dove grey, beige and white, even combined with each other.

For leisure time, on the other hand, light or pastel shades for daytime, and bright vitamin colours for the evening. For summer parties and festivities we can think of more intense colours such as red and electric blue, perfect colours even on holiday. Matching shorts, crop tops, blouses, jeans and trousers has never been so easy and fun.

Looking for ideas to create your own monochrome outfits? Take a look at our selection of outfits for summer, which you will find at the end of this article, and get inspired.