What to wear in 40*c without looking like you gave up

It’s 40 degrees out. Feels like 400.
You step out after a shower and somehow still feel sticky.

And suddenly, getting dressed stops being fun.

The cute outfit you planned doesn’t feel so appealing anymore. Everything feels too tight, too heavy, too much.

But summer doesn’t have to mean giving up on looking put together.

The problem isn't your styling, Its your fabric. The reason why summer dressing fails is because we have been using synthetic fabrics, tight silhouettes and overcomplicated looks to make us feel put together. Organic fabrics like linen and cotton are just better for our skin (and our mood). They are lighter, more breathable and get softer with each wash. They also fall better on the body and do not stick to you in an awkward way.

Styling natural materials in relaxed silhouettes is the way to go this season. Flowy cotton dresses and linen pants with a relaxed top is the only way to beat the heat without wearing a boring outfit. Think summery pastels for the day and richer earth tones for the evenings. 

Linen isn’t just a summer aesthetic, it’s one of the most practical and sustainable fabrics you can wear in hot weather. Made from the flax plant, it requires significantly less water and fewer pesticides than most conventional fabrics, making it a lower-impact choice. It’s naturally breathable, moisture-wicking, and even slightly antibacterial, which is why it works so well in heat and humidity. Linen also gets softer over time without losing strength, so it’s designed to last rather than be replaced every season. If you’re building summer outfits that actually make sense, linen is one of the easiest upgrades you can make.

This is exactly why Somewhere in Between leans into linen, softer structures, and details that don’t scream for attention.

At some point, summer dressing stops being about trends. It becomes about comfort, ease, and choosing pieces that actually make sense for the season.