When high summer rolls out, my favorite thing to do in the city during the weekends isn't going out to a rooftop bar with friends or frolicking around Central Park—it's staying indoors with the air conditioning blasting and watching my comfort show, Gilmore Girls. Sure, you can find me doing that same Sunday routine year-round, but there's something special about laying on your couch and vegging out with the windows open so that you can feel the summer breeze.
Now that the temperatures are nearing their peak, I'm swapping my Sunday sweatpant OOTDs for light, breathable, and comfy summer loungewear that looks and feels good. Oversize boxer shorts, pointelle camisoles, and lacy baby tees are all on my agenda. Below, scroll to see 31 of the cutest, coziest summer loungewear staples you won't want to miss out on. The best part? They're all under $50. It doesn't get better than that.
Trust me—the extra $2 are worth it for this TikTok-viral pair.
This doubles as an appropriate street top if you wear it with your favorite jeans.
This blue is stunning.
There's nothing quite as comfy as an oversize poplin shirt.
I bought this on my travels to Europe this year, and yep, it's just as cozy IRL as it looks online.
This NYC-based label has been taking over my underwear drawer as of late.
Cute and comfy—what more could you ask for?
Butter yellow is the color of the season after all.
Boxer-esque shorts are going to be everywhere this summer.
Incredibly Miu Miu coded.
Ideal for Netflix marathons to beat the Sunday scaries.
Cou Cou has to be one of my favorite brands for adorable intimates.
Shocked that this entire set is under $50.
Adorable.
If It girl Camille Charriere has a hand in something, you know I'm going to buy it.
These are such a classic.
Although it took me a while to warm up to mesh ballet flats, I'm all about the mesh-bra trend.
Okay, this hot pink reminds me of Scarlet Johanssons' character in Lost in Translation.
I'll never say no to a lacy pointelle tank.
Strawberry fields forever.
This color is divine.
Chic and sustainable!
Not to be dramatic, but I think I need these.
Stepping into my Ina Garten era this summer.
Easy to take from night to day if you're going for the Scandi-girl look.
I'll let you in on a little secret: Every fashion editor you know loves Skims.
This find is so pretty.
Get ready to see the prettiest set in 3... 2...
I mean, hello!
I'll leave you with this pretty find.
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