Here it is, mid July – that sweltering stage of summer – what to wear and how can we possibly stay cool? Today’s curated collection of chic sustainable style is designed to keep you feeling light and breezy, with fabrics and accessories that won’t drag you down or make you sweat.

(above L to R) Design house, Nixxi saves the (hot) day with sleeveless frocks made of lightweight, eco friendly material in mod-meets-classic styles: Breeze, $200 & Faux Wrap, $180 @ nimli.com

(above) The Dis-dress: an everyday LBD … an easy to wear, asymmetrical design with-neck and practical pockets – organic linen and organic cotton for total sustainable style and comfort; $110 @ nau

(above L to R) Add a glint of glam with beautiful handmade bling by designer Jeanne Kirkland of Austin-based Urban Posh – now on sale … Justine earrings $38 & necklace $68

(above L to R) Traipse in eco chic style from beach or backwoods to green market or street with bags from Beau Soleil …

• behold the Beau Mar a sensible, a fabulous over-sized tote in natural, undyed cotton with dark grey lettering and recycled cotton rope handle ($75)
• or for even more casual affairs, pick up the Beau Wash in light blue organic denim (65).