35 Casual Outfit Ideas to Try ASAP (2024)

There's a time and place for embracing a more-is-more mentality with new trends, piling on jewelry, and wearing your boldest color with absolute gusto (hello, hot pink à la Barbiecore). But when you're in a low-key state of mind and craving effortlessness with the basics—or, to be frank, have roughly five minutes to get dressed—the best casual outfit ideas will get you exactly where you want to be.

Perhaps that's a floral dress and sandals for a summer afternoon out and about or one of fall's freshest designs to kick off the 2022 season in style. Maybe you're a jeans girl and all about a baggy silhouette with a bodysuit or perfect T-shirt and tennis sweater layered over the top. Ahead of autumn, a cozy knit with jean shorts or faux-leather leggings and ballet flats might be the ticket for an anti-try-hard outfit in transitional weather. And before it gets too cool, an exercise dress or pair of leggings may be all you need for quick errands or meeting up with a friend for a coffee and stroll.

Whatever your vibe or aesthetic, it's wise to have laid-back looks aplenty on hand for the moment you're in need. Scroll on to find 35 of BAZAAR editors' favorites, including comfy denim, relaxed blazers, roomy button-down shirts, flowy dresses, chic sneakers, matching workout sets, khaki pants, and cozy shackets.

Straight-leg jeans, a white button-down, and loafers typically skew polished, but for a more casual look, choose slouchier-fitting denim and style your shirt open over a tee.

A great-fitting jean instantly downplays the sweetness of a floral puff-sleeved blouse with ruffles.

A T-shirt dress is a timeless throw-on-and-go piece. For a modern edge, pair yours with chunky footwear, like platform sandals or dad sneakers.

A tank top and denim shorts feel relaxed but elevated with a leather belt, trendy handbag, and sandals to tie the look together.

An oversize fit makes any button-down feel more relaxed, like this bold banker striped design. Try yours over a T-shirt with white jeans for a casual and summery effect.

Lean into the khaki pants resurgence by teaming a cropped pair with a sweater vest and knotted leather sandals.

A shacket is multi-seasonal with proper styling—pair yours with shorts and ankle boots when transitioning from summer to fall. Then, as temperatures dip, swap in jeans or fleece-lined leggings.

Embrace the juxtaposition of the suit vest trend paired with Y2K-style low-rise bottoms, be they jeans, trousers, or a skirt.

In cool weather, you can't beat the comfort and ease of an oversized sweater with jeans and leather ankle boots.

Alex Mill's twill jumpsuit is a BAZAAR editor favorite (digital director Nikki Ogunnaike wrote an ode to it here). Wear yours solo or layered over a T-shirt and finish with sneakers, clogs, or slide sandals on casual days.

A T-shirt and sneakers are fail-safe accents with baggy jeans on casual days. Complete the look with a neon-colored bag (one of the biggest 2022 bag trends) for an unexpected pop.

A frilled tank with jeans is the ultimate in casual for ultra-feminine tastes.

Leather pants feel perfectly casual when paired with a cardigan worn as a top and retro sneakers to finish.

Few outfits are as quintessential on casual days as a long-sleeved striped nautical T-shirt with denim shorts and Converse sneakers.

A T-shirt or simple tank top instantly downplays the dressy effect of this satin slip skirt.

A matching cardigan and knit crop top make for an instant, easy outfit. Whether paired with long denim shorts or jeans, this striped set feels as summery as ever with open-toe clogs (which you can swap for closed-toe versions come fall).