Summer Suede
The fabric isn't necessarily off the table. Courtesy of COS

Saying hello to summer means saying goodbye to certain seasonal staples. You're obviously not going to need to keep that puffer coat or chunky sweater front-and-center in your closet. After all, you need to make room for all of your T-shirts, shorts, tank tops and minidresses. There are also certain materials that go into hibernation until at least late September. Think wool, down and suede. Although we'd like to make a case for keeping the latter in rotation. As long as you stock your aforementioned closet with summer suede pieces you can sport the fabric from here on out.

The secret is to look for summer-appropriate silhouettes. This is one instance when it's OK if your skirt is as short as possible without crossing the indecent exposure line. Same goes for dresses. Sleeveless is a good way to go, too. There are also a seemingly endless supply of suede shorts. Some are definitely more revealing than others. Bra tops and even swimsuits are all up for grabs. While our main focus is clothing, we couldn't help but include a couple of plush shoes in seasonally-friendly hues courtesy of Reformation.

Scroll down to create your ideal summer suede wardrobe. Both real and faux suede are totally acceptable, especially if your budget is rather minimal.

Khaite Jett Suede Mini Skirt
Khaite

Khaite Jett Suede Mini Skirt, $1,880 at Net-a-Porter

Free People Swayer Mini Dress
Free People

Free People Swayer Mini Dress in Oat Milk, $49.95 at Free People

RTA Shane Suede Shorts
RTA

RTA Shane Suede Shorts, $645 at Farfetch

Stouls Halterneck Suede Top
Stouls

Stouls Halterneck Suede Top, $855 at Mytheresa

Zara Braided Faux Suede Vest
Zara

Zara Braided Faux Suede Vest, $49.90 at Zara

Reformation Maren Ballet Flat
Reformation

Reformation Maren Ballet Flat in Sour Apple Suede, $168 at Reformation

BLANKNYC Suede Carpenter Mini Skirt
BLANKNYC

BLANKNYC Suede Carpenter Mini Skirt, $148 at Anthropologie

St John Suede Zip Front Dress
St. John

St. John Suede Zip Front Dress, $918 at St. John

The Frankie Shop Lise Suede Shorts
The Frankie Shop

The Frankie Shop Lise Suede Shorts in Khaki, $395 at The Frankie Shop

Pilcro Faux-Suede Corset Tank
Pilcro

Pilcro Faux-Suede Corset Tank, $9.95 at Anthropologie

16Arlington Dafne Embellished Suede Midi Skirt
16Arlington

16Arlington Dafne Embellished Suede Midi Skirt, $1,570 at Net-a-Porter

Zara Faux Suede Mini Dress
Zara

Zara Faux Suede Mini Dress, $59.90 at Zara

Frankies Bikinis x Bella Hadid Barrel Suede One-Piece Swimsuit
Frankies Bikinis x Bella Hadid

Frankies Bikinis x Bella Hadid Barrel Suede One-Piece Swimsuit, $230 at Free People

Maje Fringe-Detail Suede Shorts
Maje

Maje Fringe-Detail Suede Shorts, $470 at Farfetch

Reformation Layla Low Waist Suede Skirt
Reformation

Reformation Layla Low Waist Suede Skirt in Sugar Plum, $248 at Reformation

COS Suede Mini T-Shirt Dress
COS

COS Suede Mini T-Shirt Dress, $425 at COS

Zara Suede Tie Shorts
Zara

Zara 100% Suede Tie Shorts, $129 at Zara

Rabanne Suede Minidress
Rabanne

Rabanne Suede Minidress, $1,990 at Mytheresa

Reformation Ulla Ballet Flat
Reformation

Reformation Ulla Ballet Flat in Mist Suede, $268 at Reformation

Mare Mare Faux-Suede Rivet-Trim Halter Top
Mare Mare

Mare Mare Faux-Suede Rivet-Trim Halter Top, $158 at Anthropologie

Free People Vera Suede Mini Dress
Free People

Free People Vera Suede Mini Dress, $128 at Free People

Prada Suede Miniskirt
Prada

Prada Suede Miniskirt, $3,000 at Farfetch

Zara Suede Effect Shorts
Zara

Zara Suede Effect Shorts, $49.90 at Zara

Magda Butrym Suede Bra Top
Magda Butrym

Magda Butrym Suede Bra Top, $415 at Mytheresa

We The Free Danni Vegan Suede Shorts
We The Free

We The Free Danni Vegan Suede Shorts in Caramel Cafe, $98 at Free People

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