Summer is fabulous and all, but one of the downsides is that the hottest season is filled with the most events. How's a girl supposed to stay cool, comfortable, and cute while sweating buckets under the harsh rays of the sun?! 

Well, there are ways. And we consulted our resident stylist, Banana Republic's Marissa Webb, to share them with us. Webb selflessly provides below her top five tips for staying cool while looking hot for all your dressy events this season.

1. Airy Dresses
I personally love comfortable airy dresses for hot summer days. I usually go for a woven dress over a knit dress, especually when I'm going for a more dressed-up look.

Banana Republic Leather Patio Midi Length Dresses ($250) 

Zimmermann Ceramic Polka-Dot Cotton And Silk-Blend Dress ($410) 

Forever 21 Embroidered Gauze Shift Short Dress ($25) 

Reformation Clara Dress ($258) 

Flynn Skye Unbutton Me Long Dresses Cheap Sale Online ($196) 

2. Short Suits
I love a great short suit as a modern update to the pantsuit for summer!

Band of Outsiders Shrunken Wool Blazer ($529)
Band of Outsiders Double Gauze Suiting Short ($119)

Ganni Hawthorne Wool Waistcoat ($311)
Ganni Moscow Tailor Shorts ($144)

Which We Want Hallam Jacket ($41)
Which We Want District Shorts ($39)

3. Long But Lightweight Pants OR Skirts
Printed lightweight pants or skirts paired with a crisp top can give just the right amount of ease (with polish!) for a dressed-up look that’s still comfortable during the summer heat. Try a maxi length skirt or lightweight trouser paired back to a comfortable top; the length can help to make it feel more dressy and elegant.

Banana Republic Avalon-Fit Floral Jacquard Boy Crop ($90) 

Otto D'ame Cinzia Daisy Skirt ($153) 

4. Statement Accessories
Accessories are a great way to add polish to a comfortable summer outfit. Grab a pair of heels in place of flats to pair with your lightweight summer dress, or add a statement necklace to your easy T-shirt or blouse. Keep the outfit casual, but layer up the jewelry, and don’t forget the toes and the lipstick! Often times its the little details that have the most impact. A simple outfit can be instantly dressed up with a bold lip and polish.

Marni Gold-Tone Wood Choker ($380) 

Madewell The Gabi Sandal in Brown Leather ($178) 

5. A Large, Draped Scarf
In place of a third piece like a blazer or cardigan, try a larger scarf that you can toss over your shoulders.

Helen Dealtry X UO Watercolor Scarf ($59) 

Banana Republic Celia Scarf ($70)