As an avid lurker on fashion TikTok, my feed usually consists of trend predictions, thrifting hauls, and a plethora of outfits of the day. Usually, I find myself looking at the same slew of fashion people based in New York City or Copenhagen. But sometimes, I discover someone with such impeccable style, someone who makes me immediately hit the follow button. That was the case with Larissa Mills, who went viral after her daughter began posting her mom’s outfits, which everyone, including me, wanted more of. At 50 years old, Mills is living proof that trends and style have no age limit. 

Mills’s outfits usually consist of relaxed silhouettes, elevated basics, and various brands at high and low prices, from Cartier to Anthropologie. She has perfected effortless style, and I’m always taking notes once she posts her daily looks. Needless to say, she’s always giving me a little more style inspiration, and I know she’ll do the same for you. Keep scrolling to see the summer basics I’m prioritizing right now. 

1. White Linen Trousers

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Posse Exclusive Ducky Oversized Paperbag-Waist Linen Pants

Posse

Exclusive Ducky Oversized Paperbag-Waist Linen Pants

$270

Topshop Wide Leg Linen Trousers

Topshop

Wide Leg Linen Trousers

$85

J.Crew Ingrid Pant

J.Crew

Ingrid Pant

$118

2. Capped Toe Ballet Flats

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I understand that for many, the traditional silhouette of a ballet flat is considered a classic. For me, it just took a few months of thought to ensure it would be something I regularly turn to in my closet rather than a passing trend. 

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H&M Ballet Flats

H&M

Ballet Flats

$25

Jeffrey Campbell Arabesque Ballet Flat

Jeffrey Campbell

Arabesque Ballet Flat

$144.95

Alexander Mcqueen Punk Embellished Leather Ballet Flats

Alexander Mcqueen

Punk Embellished Leather Ballet Flats

$890

3. Lightweight Vests

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I’ve always gravitated toward pairing vests with their matching trousers in the fall, but Mills proves that they’re just as versatile in the summer. 

Mango Striped Suit Waistcoat

Mango

Striped Suit Waistcoat

$80
$60

Topshop V-Neck Waistcoat

Topshop

V-Neck Waistcoat

$77

Alex Mill Mathilde Vest

Alex Mill

Mathilde Vest

$144

4. Sensible Sandals

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I’ve spent too many days sacrificing comfort in the name of style. Thanks to designers also getting the memo, plenty of sensible summer sandals are on the market. 

Steve Madden Mona Sandal

Steve Madden

Mona Sandal

$90

H&M Two-Strap Slides

H&M

Two-Strap Slides

$26

Tory Burch Kira Two Band Sport Sandals

Tory Burch

Kira Two Band Sport Sandals

$278

5. Voluminous Skirts

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Slip skirts have always been my favorite go-to basic skirt, but I plan on switching things up with a more voluminous one like the style above. 

Zara Voluminous Midi Skirt

Zara

Voluminous Midi Skirt

$70

H&M A-Line Cotton Skirt

H&M

A-Line Cotton Skirt

$40

Staud Sea Skirt

Staud

Sea Skirt

$225

6. Baggy Trousers

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Ultra-baggy trousers are here to stay, and while I’ve experimented with slightly more relaxed pairs, I’m feeling even more inspired to add a few more loose ones to my wardrobe.

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H&M Wide-Leg Dress Pants

H&M

Wide-Leg Dress Pants

$30

Reformation Stevie Pant

Reformation

Stevie Pant

$198

Frankie Shop Gelso Pleated Straight-Leg Pants

Frankie Shop

Gelso Pleated Straight-Leg Pants

$198

Shop more picks inspired by Larissa’s style:

H&M Textured-Knit Cardigan

H&M

Textured-Knit Cardigan

$65

WAYF Convertible Strapless Dress

WAYF

Convertible Strapless Dress

$88

Donni Pop Button Down

Donni

Pop Button Down

$209

J.Crew Bubble-Skirt A-Line Mini Dress

J.Crew

Bubble-Skirt A-Line Mini Dress

$148

Gap Rib Sweetheart Tube Top

Gap

Rib Sweetheart Tube Top

$60

H&M Satin Maxi Skirt

H&M

Satin Maxi Skirt

$36

Free People Coastal Stripe Half-Zip Pullover

Free People

Coastal Stripe Half-Zip Pullover

$148

J.Crew Crochet ruffle sweater-tank

J.Crew

Crochet ruffle sweater-tank

$80

H&M Wrap-Skirt Shirt Dress

H&M

Wrap-Skirt Shirt Dress

$37

Birkenstock Arizona Big Buckle Slide Sandal

Birkenstock

Arizona Big Buckle Slide Sandal

$170

Gap Halter Tiered Maxi Dress

Gap

Halter Tiered Maxi Dress

$98
$78

Treasure & Bond Cotton Blend Crochet Shacket

Treasure & Bond

Cotton Blend Crochet Shacket

$109

H&M Sheer Pencil Skirt

H&M

Sheer Pencil Skirt

$36

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