Coastal Cowgirl Capsule Wardrobe: 17 Essentials to Nail The Coastal Cowgirl Outfits

Wanna wear coastal cowgirl outfits effortlessly? All you need to do is have a coastal cowgirl capsule wardrobe and be creative with the coastal cowgirl wardrobe essentials!

In this post, I will show you what you really need in your coastal cowgirl capsule wardrobe. Plus, some useful fashion tips related to the coastal cowgirl aesthetic.

Alright, let’s check them out!

It’s always good to have a white top such as a cami top, tank top, baby tee, blouse, etc. in your coastal cowgirl capsule wardrobe.

Not only is the white color the core color of the coastal cowgirl aesthetic, but it also matches nearly everything. So you can use it to create multiple coastal cowgirl outfits.

A Western shirt would be nice too since it’s what cowboys and cowgirls usually wear.

But we can be more flexible when choosing a shirt. A normal shirt or blouse is okay. If that has a cowgirl vibe, that’s even better (even if it’s not a typical Western shirt).

Besides, if you want a more casual or relaxed coastal cowgirl outfit, a T-shirt, especially a graphic tee with a cowgirl-inspired pattern, is another good option.

If you have an oversized T-shirt, you could wear it as a mini dress. It will be SO cute when you pair it with cowgirl boots!

Vest

A vest can pair with a top or be a super cute top itself.

Basic leather vests or fringed vests are decent, but if I could only pick one vest for my coastal cowgirl capsule wardrobe, I would choose a denim vest.

A blue denim vest has the perfect color for this aesthetic and is versatile enough to match various fashion items and be worn casually on different occasions.

Linen Clothes

Lightweight, breathable, and loose-fitting clothes are exceptionally suitable for a coastal look. Besides the skirt and dress I mentioned earlier, here’s another option: Linen clothes.

I particularly want to recommend linen shirts and shorts. As I said before, cowboys and cowgirls often wear shirts. So it’s nice to choose a linen shirt that has both cowgirl and nautical elements. Moreover, it’s a great alternative to a beach cover-up. As for linen shorts, they are comfortable to wear, and most importantly, they can highlight your cowgirl boots!

Those things really are some of the best items to wear on a warm and breezy day, whether you’re at a beach or downtown!

Not only are denim clothes associated with Western wear, but their blue color is also well-suited for ocean-inspired outfits. (Although blue denim is quite excellent, I think white denim is a great alternative too.)

So you can apply your denim clothes to your coastal cowgirl outfits, whether vests, shirts, jackets, shorts, skirts, jeans, overalls, jumpsuits, rompers, or anything made of denim!

Here’s a coastal cowgirl outfit idea for you: Consider wearing a bikini top under denim overalls. It will be so adorable!

Tip: If you feel uncomfortable wearing jeans or overalls with your cowgirl boots, try rolling the bottom up so that there will be more space in your boots. (It depends on the style of your jeans or overalls and cowgirl boots though.)

I highly recommend wearing blue and white printed clothes.

In my opinion, blue and white is one of the most beautiful color combinations in the world. It’s elegant, ethereal, and impeccable!

It looks even more gorgeous on printed clothes, especially with the right patterns.

White and navy blue stripes have appeared on sailors’ uniforms for over a century.

Stripes are an essential element when it comes to nautical aesthetics, which is why striped clothes are suited for coastal cowgirl outfits.

Cowboys and cowgirls often wear checked shirts.

If you want to add a rustic touch to your coastal cowgirl outfit, checked clothes can be your go-to choice.

Although checked shirts are most common in cowgirl attire, you can be creative and choose other checked clothes too, such as checked dresses, skirts, etc.

Swimwear

To make your coastal cowgirl outfits a little bit sexier, you can take advantage of swimwear.

You can wear a swimsuit with the cover-ups I listed or pair a bikini top with denim or linen shorts. Try matching with a vest, shirt, or jacket to create different outfits!

Cover-up

Did you know that you can wear a cover-up to elevate your coastal cowgirl look?

You can definitely use a basic shirt, flannel shirt, shacket, or denim jacket as a cover-up substitute.

But if you want a more breathable, stylish, and sexier look, you better try some see-through or translucent cover-ups, such as crochet, knit, or lace tops, pants, skirts, and dresses. Especially the ones with fringe. They are excellent items for coastal cowgirl outfits without question!

Here’s one more thing worth trying: a sarong. Be creative with your sarong, and I believe you’ll look cute and glamorous!

Jacket

Light, handy jackets are just right for transitional seasons. They protect you from wind and sunburn, and of course, make you look fashionable.

Here are some jackets that would be a great addition to your coastal cowgirl capsule wardrobe:

• Denim Jacket
• Leather Jacket
• Canvas Jacket
• Fringe Jacket

In addition to cardigans, fisherman’s sweaters (also known as Aran sweaters) are a great option. These textured sweaters feature unique patterns and were traditionally worn by fishermen from the Aran Islands to protect themselves from the cold and wet. In other words, knitwear is an ideal winter staple for people who live near the sea because of its warmth, comfort, and practicality.

Tip: If you layer a plain or checked shirt with a sweater or cardigan, you can create new looks while staying warm for sure!

Besides the cardigans and sweaters, you can also wear other knitwear like knit pants, skirts, or dresses to achieve a cozy and laid-back look. If the fabric isn’t too thick, you can wear them in warmer weather as well!

Cowgirl hats (also known as rancher hats) and cowgirl boots (which I’ll talk about later) are the most important and powerful accessories for any cowgirl-related outfit.

They are the first things you need in your coastal cowgirl capsule wardrobe. Believe it or not, as long as you add those two items to any outfit, you will magically look like a cowgirl! (I would say it usually works nine times out of ten)

Cowgirl style straw hats are especially great. They have both cowgirl and beach vibes. So they are literally perfect for coastal cowgirl outfits!

I recommend choosing a hat in white or natural straw color since they match well with many different outfits.

Moreover, if there’s a seashell or turquoise decoration on your hat, that’s even better!

Bandana

A bandana is unarguably part of Western wear. The good thing about it is that it is not only functional but also fashionable.

For example, it protects you from strong sunlight or dust, absorbs sweat, keeps you warm on a chill day, etc.

For your outfits, it is a versatile accessory you can wear on your neck, tie to your bag or hat, or use as a hair accessory. It can also be a cute accent if you add a contrasting bandana to your outfit.

• Western Belt:
  
  Typical Western belts are wide, made of leather, and have large metal buckles with special designs. Some have decorative conchos (a metal ornament).
  
  Because of those features, they have a rugged or masculine appearance, which can make you look charismatic.
  
  Usually, Western belts look good with different types of clothing, including pants, skirts, and even dresses. So feel free to mix and match them!

• Chain Belt:
  
  Chain belts are trending fashion items.
  
  Compared to Western belts, thin chain belts have a more feminine look. (Some chain belts have Western vibes too, such as the ones with conchos and turquoise.)
  
  They are great to add a touch of sophistication to your coastal cowgirl outfits.
  
  Especially when paired with a bikini top (or something similar), a chain belt will make your waist look extra charming.

Here are two types of jewelry you can wear:

• Cowgirl-inspired Jewelry: Bolo ties or bolo necklaces, lariat necklaces, and jewelry featuring cowgirl motifs like cowgirl hats and boots, horses, horseshoes, etc.
• Nautical Jewelry: Pearl jewelry (see where to shop), sea glass jewelry, and any pieces featuring sea motifs such as seashells, sea creatures, mermaids, lighthouses, sailboats, compasses, anchors, and rudders.

I highly recommend turquoise jewelry because it is considered part of Western accessories, and the beautiful turquoise color reminds us of the ocean. It really is the perfect jewelry for coastal cowgirl outfits, don’t you think?

Bag

Crochet bags, straw or rattan bags, and hobo bags are great for a beach day because they have relaxed vibes. I recommend tote bags too since they are practical beach bags.

If you just want to dress like a coastal cowgirl on the street, a fringed or woven leather bag would be nice. Leather and fringe are typical elements in cowgirl fashion, and woven leather bags sort of resemble straw, rattan, and crochet bags, which give you coastal vibes. If you don’t like woven or fringe features, a basic leather bag will be fine.

Cowgirl Boots

Cowgirl boots (also known as Western boots) are the only types of shoes you need for your coastal cowgirl capsule wardrobe.

It doesn’t matter the length, color, or style. Just pick your favorite cowgirl boots and shine with your coastal cowgirl outfits!

Tip: If the color of your boots coordinates with other wardrobe essentials you have, you can create attractive coastal cowgirl outfits much more easily. But you can also break the rule for a unique look. It’s up to you.

Feel free to add some extra pairs of cowgirl boots in different styles to your wardrobe for different looks and occasions if you want to.