It’s wild to think that summer is around the corner. In about three weeks, Memorial Day, the unofficial start of the season, will be here, and fashion people all over the U.S. will be celebrating by leaning into their warm-weather wardrobes without second-guessing it.
For what they’ll be wearing, think versatile, breezy, and effortlessly chic options such as drawstring pants in taffeta or cotton poplin, simple tees, tanks with elevated details such as a collar or high V-neck, sporty jackets, and lace-trim camisoles. When it comes to shoes, flip-flops will be all the rage, whether they’re flats, kitten heels, stilettos, or wedges. Gold and silver cuff bracelets, bold oversize sunglasses, raffia tote bags, and embellished evening bags are just a few accessories that will help pull the looks together.
For those who need a bit more direction on the specific items to buy while staying on budget, keep scrolling. Ahead, I’m sharing a carefully curated edit of the 28 under-$250 summer finds everyone will soon be wearing.
Reformation
Wren Knit Top
Scoop-neck tank tops are fine, but chic dressers know that high-V-neck ones are cooler.
Open Edit
Linen Blend Wide Leg Pants
These best-selling pants now come in a gorgeous chocolate brown.
ZARA
Raffia Mini Shopper Bag
Style with tailored pants for an unexpected but elegant look.
COS
Picot-Trimmed Pleated Mini Dress
Fashion girls love wearing easy one-and-done dresses during the summer.
Britt Netta
Seline Mesh Flat Sandals
The new flip-flops are already selling out.
MANGO
Round-Neck Knitted Top
A lightweight knit is a summer essential.
Massimo Dutti
Straight Linen Midi Skirt
So is a linen maxi skirt.
Ben-Amun
Exclusive La Isla Gold-Plated Cuff
It’s giving vintage.
ZARA
Knit Button-Front Top
So simple yet so perfect.
J.Crew
Luna Pant in Cotton Poplin
Nordstrom
Maddox Ballet Flat
COS
Bias Cut Linen Blend Midi Dress
A beautiful color and a flattering cut.
Massimo Dutti
Small Raffia Shoulder Bag
Massimo Dutti get its.
Reformation
Kaia Bikini Top
MANGO
Baggy Cotton Pants
These also come in brown.
jimmy fairly
Aela Sunglasses
These editor-favorite sunglasses are back in stock after reaching viral sellout status.
Apparis
Sky Windbreaker
A sporty jacket with trousers or lace-trim shorts is a winning outfit formula.
Reformation
Darcy Short
The only Bermuda shorts I have my eyes on.
Open Edit
Tori Kitten Heel Sandal
If you still don’t own kitten-heeled flip-flops, what are you waiting for?
MANGO
Floral Strapless Top
Everyone will think you’re wearing Chloé—not Mango.
Citizens of Humanity
Faye Ankle Straight Leg Jeans
So pretty.
Tony Bianco
Hype Vanilla Vintage
Endless styling possibilities.
Reformation
Maisie Knit Top
On days when you want to wear something a little more elevated than a ribbed tank top, this is a great option.
Everlane X Elena Bonvicini
La Brea Low-Rise Baggy Jeans
Really good jeans.
MANGO
Kitten-Heel Leather Sandals
Mark my words: Heeled thong sandals with buckle accents will be everywhere.
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Oversized Drawstring Utility Jacket
On cool summer evenings when you’re heading out for a casual dinner, you’ll want to have this jacket ready to toss over your shoulders.
Madison the Label
Olesya Shorts
Such a pretty color pairing.
Rag & Bone
Gracie Jelly Thong Sandals
Yes to these jellies.
