34 Freakishly Good Pieces to Tap Into the Summer Fashion Aesthetic
Summer is almost upon us, and I, for one, am thrilled. With the warm (okay, extremely hot) weather, all the skin-baring trends like cutouts, miniskirts, corsets, and mesh work better with the temperatures, and there are so many fun trends like crochet, beaded jewelry, and platform sandals to wear. Basically, use the season as an opportunity to channel that summer fashion aesthetic. If you've seen any of Dua Lipa's vacation outfits, you know exactly what I'm talking about, but think statement pieces, bright hues, piled-on accessories, mixed prints, and textured knits. But for those who lean minimalist, you can definitely sneak some more subdued pieces into your looks like breezy pants, neutral heeled flip-flops, and black dresses.
Here, I rounded up 34 items for you to get a jump start on your summer shopping and get in on the vibe for yourself. From shimmery bikinis to bold tube tops and rectangle sunglasses to woven sandals, there's so much to add to your warm-weather wardrobe. And they'll definitely steal the show in any #OOTD pic you post. If you have any vacation plans coming up, you'll definitely want to keep scrolling—and even if you don't, you can at least pretend like you're at a beach resort wearing any of these pieces. It's nice to dream, right?
You'll never find a more comfortable (or better priced) pair of straight-leg jeans.
Fisherman sandals are a major trend this summer, and I'm not complaining about the extra ventilation. This Free People pair is a best seller.
And the pearls don't just stay on your ears! Wear them around your neck to look like you came right out of the ocean.
You can do a lot with a simple smock dress with fun accessories, or choose to keep things minimal. Up to you!
Go for a "wow" moment in this bold asymmetrical cutout dress. It's also available in three other stunning shades.
A twist on regular loafers, this woven slingback pair is perfect for summer.
Odds are you've seen this brand on your IG sported by your fave influencers (and also Rihanna, no big deal), so you'll want to nab this shimmery bikini for a glam summer aesthetic.
The shape! The moire fabric! The sunny yellow hue! As an owner of this very bag, I can confirm it is everything and more.
The wavy trend is not just on clothes! These two-tone earrings can attest to that.
Square frames are everywhere, which is great if you're tired of your typical round sunnies.
This sweet crochet beach bag is so cute. Feel free to wear it away from the beach, too.
Slip skirts are a fashion staple. Wear one with the above cardi and sandals or with Doc Martens and a ribbed white tank to make it edgier.
Glemaud's knits are absolutely stunning, and this pink tank is no exception.
Throw this shirt on over your swim look for the most effortless summer vibe.
This was the bikini that celebs like Dua Lipa and Hailey Bieber were spotted in, and it's here to stay.
Slvrlake's high-waisted jeans are really good—trust me.
You've seen these bags pop up so many times, and they're still going strong. They come in so many shades that will coordinate with any summer look.
Turn up the vacation vibes with this floral-printed terry-cloth halter dress (and the matching bucket hat).
A ribbed tank is always a summer go-to—especially one that's in this lilac tie-dye print.
Bold color combos like pink and orange are having a moment, so prepare to turn heads in this Tach Clothing minidress.
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Lauren Adhav is a freelance fashion editor based in Los Angeles. Originally from Orlando, Florida, she always wanted to work at a fashion magazine. After finally getting an internship at Town & Country in 2015, she moved to New York City and continued to get her footing in the industry with stints at Cosmopolitan, W magazine, Harper's Bazaar, and Moda Operandi. In 2017, she returned to Cosmo full time, starting off as the beauty and fashion editorial assistant and working her way to fashion editor. She contributed to both the website and print issues, pitching new ideas, forecasting trends, covering red carpet events, and informing the overall coverage and brand voice. After five years in NYC, she moved to the West Coast for the sunshine and the change of pace. As a freelance fashion editor, she still contributes to Cosmo and now Who What Wear. She's always trying to get ahead of the next big trend before it goes mainstream and loves discovering fashion brands with a unique point of view (Chopova Lowena, Sandy Liang, and Bode being some of her current favorites). She also spends an unhealthy amount of time online shopping for the perfect piece, and now that she's in L.A., she's rediscovering her soft spot for malls. On the weekends, you can find her walking around the Silver Lake Reservoir, trying to catch up on her tan at Venice Beach, and probably ordering a Chinese chicken salad at Joan's on Third.