These Are the 7 Best Summer Basics to Own, According to Madewell
I'm not exaggerating when I say I've been wearing Madewell for over a decade. And I have no plans to stop anytime soon. The retailer offers the perfect combination of timeless staples and easy-to-wear trends, making it my longtime go-to for everyday pieces.
Recently, I stumbled upon Madewell's list of "new classics: summer edition," which lays out the seven essential basics the brand thinks everyone should own. When Madewell talks, I listen. I immediately started taking notes. Keep scrolling to shop Madewell's list of the seven best summer basics.
1. Knit Tank Top
2. Minimal Sandals
I'd style these with cutoff denim shorts and a floaty white blouse.
3. Linen Shorts
4. Poplin Shirt
Not only is this perfect for the office, but I'd also wear it unbuttoned over a swimsuit as a beach cover-up.
5. Minidress
6. Straw Tote
7. Denim Trousers
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Erin got her start as a Who What Wear intern over 14 years ago—back when the site only published a single story per day. (Who What Wear has since increased that number twentyfold.) She graduated magna cum laude from USC, which is how she ended up moving to Los Angeles from her hometown of San Diego. In college, she also interned at Refinery29, where she was promoted to editorial assistant and then assistant editor. After nearly three years at R29, she came back to WWW in 2016, where she currently holds the title of Associate Director of Fashion News (as well as the unofficial title of resident royal expert—in case you haven't noticed her numerous Kate and Meghan stories). She spends her days trying to incorporate her idols, Anna Wintour and Roger Federer, into as many stories as possible.
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