Style Guide Roulette: French-Inspired Summer Outfit with Linen & Butter Yellow
Light Layers & Warm-Weather Neutrals
Butter yellow has been quietly trending this season, and it’s easy to see why! The soft, warm tone adds a touch of brightness while still feeling timeless and wearable, especially when styled with neutral pieces!
When I started this series, the idea was simple: take the looks I’ve saved or styled in previous guides and actually wear them. No overthinking, just using what’s already in my closet and letting the outfit come together naturally.
This week’s look was pulled straight from one of my favorite style guides, With a Twist of Citron: 5 Ways to Style Yellow This Season. I loved the way the butter yellow top brought warmth to the capsule, so it felt like the perfect time to revisit that look and bring it to life in a real, wearable way!
If you’re looking for outfit inspiration that feels elevated yet wearable or trying to build a more thoughtful capsule wardrobe, this one’s for you!
This Week’s Look: Light Layers & Summer Neutrals
Shop the Look - Wearing the Posse Rio in Dusty Citron in a size M!
This round of Style Guide Roulette landed on an outfit that’s equal parts refined and relaxed, ideal for warm weather and simple to recreate using core wardrobe pieces.
Here’s how I styled it:
Butter Yellow Linen Sleeveless Top: A soft, pale yellow that’s trending this season. It adds just the right amount of color to a neutral base while remaining elegant and understated
White Linen Trousers: A summer essential. These bring lightness and ease while keeping the look crisp, my favorites are the Effortless Pants, wearing a size 8!
Woven Clutch: Adds texture and a hint of Southern European charm
Cream Espadrille Wedges: A warm-weather favorite that adds subtle height and nods to coastal French style
Gold Earrings + Minimal Watch: Simple, timeless accessories that elevate the outfit
Gold Oval Sunglasses: A chic finishing touch that balances modern and vintage flair
Styling Tip: Get the Most Out of a Single Piece
One reason I gravitate toward this outfit is the versatility of the top. A piece like this can anchor so many effortless looks. Here are a few more ways to wear it:
With a white midi skirt: Feminine and light, perfect for a casual lunch or slow weekend morning
With light-wash denim: Easy and approachable. Add a simple flat or slide for an everyday look
With high-waisted tailored shorts: Tucked in with leather sandals for a relaxed yet refined feel
Layered under a linen blazer: A great choice for a breathable, elevated daytime look
This is the kind of top that effortlessly complements a timeless, European-inspired wardrobe.
Style Thought of the Week
If you find yourself saving the same kinds of outfits, whether it’s light tones, relaxed fits, or a specific pop of color, it might be time to invest in the real thing. Not because you’re chasing trends, but because your style is quietly showing you what it wants to become.
Butter yellow has been popping up in my inspiration boards for months. Now that I’ve added a piece in that shade, it’s helped refresh my wardrobe without requiring anything drastic or new.
Building a Wardrobe with Intention
If you're working toward a more curated wardrobe, whether it’s a capsule collection or simply a closet that feels more you, outfit experiments like this are a great way to learn what you truly wear and love.
Here are a few tips:
Study your saved outfits to see what repeats
Spot wardrobe gaps, maybe it's a soft summer top or tailored linen trousers
Test trends affordably or secondhand before fully committing
Draw inspiration from timeless fashion, pieces that blend structure, softness, and elegance across seasons
French-inspired or not, the most rewarding wardrobe is one that works hard for your lifestyle while reflecting your taste!
Try Style Guide Roulette Yourself!
Want to play along? Scroll through your saved Maéva looks, whether they’re from Pinterest, Instagram, or TikTok, and try recreating one with what you already own. It’s a fun, low-pressure way to rediscover pieces and get more out of your wardrobe.
And if you do, I’d love to see it! Tag me @maevawithamour so I can see your take!
Curious where this look originated? Revisit the full guide here: With a Twist of Citron: 5 Ways to Style Yellow This Season
Want more butter yellow? You might also love this edit: Spring Moments in Butter Yellow: 3 Chic Outfit Ideas for a Light and Fresh Wardrobe
With Amour,
M.