Summer is every NYC fashion person's time to shine. We dust off our favorite vintage sunglasses, cool sneakers, minidresses, and trendy accessories for every outing now that we don't mind spending time running around outdoors. We're free from the confines of our puffer coats and oversize scarfs after a cold, long winter, and our event calendars are filling up, reservations are being made, and summer vacations are just around the corner.
As a New York City fashion girl, I anticipate spring/summer fashion every year, and this season, I'm already noticing some stand-out trends and items, many of which I'm planning on wearing. Micro skirts, platform heels, elevated yet simple silhouettes, and bucket hats really stand out to me. As your go-to editor for all things shopping, I have rounded up 30 of my favorite NYC fashion person–approved items for summer.
Keep scrolling to check out my picks.
The mini sunglass trend reigns supreme for yet another summer.
A good statement sleeve is a must.
The perfect sneakers to pair with a sundress.
The sweetest and most flattering everyday minidress.
A statement top. The feathers are really everything.
This hat is giving me life.
Your new favorite pair of jeans.
For those of us loving the micro-skirt trend.
Everyone I know who owns this dress swears by it.
Love these '90s-inspired platform sandals.
A good denim dress is a must-have.
A cotton stretch tee you can style so many ways.
Did someone say cottagecore?
Bucket hats are trending for summer, and I'm loving this green one from Pangaia.
Denim shorts you can live in.
The leather miniskirt of my dreams.
A live-in maxi dress.
Wear-anywhere mules.
Who doesn't love a good corset top?
This cutout midi dress is approved for date night.
Designer sunglasses worth the investment.
This top is everything. Ever since I saw this, I've been dreaming of wearing it. I would style it with classic denim cut-offs or white straight-leg jeans.
Throw on when running errands or traveling.
The perfect clutch for all your summer events.
A summer essential.
You can't go anywhere in NYC without seeing someone carrying a chic, simple minibag.
When I say wedges are making a comeback, I'm talking about these.
A good prairie dress is a closet essential.
I have major heart eyes for this strapless floral minidress.
These are my favorite white jeans.
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