Happy Memorial Day weekend, ladies! I hope you’re getting a chance for some relaxation, and most importantly, to spend the weekend with the people that you love most. I’ve got all of the kiddos in town this weekend, and we’re going to be BBQing later today—cannot beat burgers and dogs on a hot Summer day.
To celebrate the holiday weekend, I’m extending my Essentials with the 2022 Summer Fashion Essentials Deep Dive. I’ve taken my top 9 summer fashion essentials and picked 5 of my favorite items from my favorite retailers for each category.
These 9 items are the items that every woman should own at least 1, if not more, for the Summer months. From sandals, to handbags, to swimsuits, I’ve got you covered with the absolute essentials.
The Summary
Today I’ve put together my top 9 summer fashion essentials
For each essential, I’ve pulled together 5 of my favorites from my favorite retailers
Each essential is shoppable via a text or image widget
2022 Summer Fashion Essentials Deep Dive
1. Sandals
Nothing says summer more than a pair of slide sandals. And I’m absolutely loving this year’s selection. Talbots, Madewell, and J.Crew have all knocked it out of the park this season. They’re constantly making our readers’ top favorites.
Top 5
Board: Jayna Braided Slide Sandal (Madewell) | Sorrento Padded Slides (J.Crew) | Tribute Nu Pieds Slide Sandal (St. Laurent, Nordstrom) | Paislee Slide Sandal (Steve Madden, Nordstrom) | Hannah Vachetta Leather Slides (Talbots)
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2. Hats
Summer provides the easiest excuse to wear hats. Going to the beach? Check. Celebrating the Derby? Check. How about a baseball game? Check. Nothing like a Panama hat to beat the heat on a hot Summer day.
Top 5
Board: Woven Floppy Hat (Talbots) | Scarlett Straw Hat | Wide-Brim Panama Hat (J.Crew) | Maribel Raffia Hat (J.McLaughlin) | Textured Straw Hat (Treasure & BOnd, Nordstrom)
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3. Graphic Tees
Anyone who follows the blog regularly knows how much I love a good graphic tee. I will take any opportunity to go shopping for a new one. So many fun ones this year, and I’m really loving Saks as THE place to shop for them.
Top 5
Board: Parks Project Angel’s Landing Tee (Madewell) | Good Energy T-Shirt (J.Crew) | Love Graphic T-Shirt (Saks) | Happiness Embroidered Tee (Talbots) | North Port T-Shirt (Saks)
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4. Dresses
Tuckernuck and FARM Rio have really come on strong with their dress selection. Whether you’re looking for something a little more classic and subdued; or whether you’re looking for an eye-popping, colorful statement piece, both of those retailers have you covered.
Top 5
Board: Green Polly Dress (Tuckernuck) | Gentlemen’s Stripe Tate Dress (Tuckernuck) | Linen Fit & Flare Dress (Talbots) | Off-White Embroidered Trim Midi Dress (FARM Rio) | Smocked Scalloped Tiered Maxi Dress (Ann Taylor)
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5. White Sneakers
I’m such a big proponent of white sneakers, I wrote an entire blog post celebrating them. It’s hard to overlook the classics: Adidas, Nike, and Keds. A lot of value for your dollar there. But don’t overlook some of the higher-end designers for new takes on old classics.
Top 5
Board: Keds Double Decker Slip-On (Talbots) | Air Force 1 (Nike, Nordstrom) | Warren Platform Sneaker (Vince, Nordstrom) | Primegreen Stan Smith Sneaker (Adidas, Nordstrom) | Ethyl Low Top Sneaker (Sam Edelman, Nordstrom)
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6. Swimsuits
Talbots and J.Crew take my top spots for swimsuits this year. Absolutely loving the one-shoulder selection from both retailers. But don’t forget swim dresses this year. They’re totally in style.
Top 5
Board: Miraculesuit Sanibel Swim Dress (Talbots) | Ruched Bandeu Swim Dress (J.Crew) | Miraclesuit One Shoulder (Talbots) | Halter Wrap Swim Dress (J.Crew) | Ruched One Shoulder One Piece (J.Crew)
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7. Wicker & Straw bags
Much like slide sandals, a wicker or straw handbag absolutely screams “Summer”. J.McLaughlin is fast becoming my favorite retailer for handbags, and their summer selection is absolutely fantastic.
Top 5
Board: Christina Wicker Crossbody Bag (J.McLaughlin) | Elpis Woven Straw Handbag (J.McLaughlin) | Bamboo Handle Rattan Round Bag (Talbots) | Cotton Weave Stripe Tote (Talbots) | Woven-Straw Market Tote (J.Crew)
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8. Shorts
Can’t do summer with a wide selection of shorts. Ann Taylor always tops my list, but Talbots obviously has a fantastic selection. Whether you’re looking for something more classic or something with a modern flare, both retailers have got you covered.
Top 5
Board: The Boardwalk Short (Ann Taylor) | Dotted Boardwalk Short (Ann Taylor) | Girlfriend Ribbon Tape Denim Shorts (Talbots) | Linen Pull-On Shorts (Talbots) | High-Rise Linen Cupro Short
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9. Best of the Rest
Last but not least are the best of the rest. Sunglasses, totes, linen shirts, skirts and rompers—all summer essentials every woman should own.
Top 5
Board: Felicity Square Two-Tone Sunglasses (Talbots) | The Tour Travel Tote (Madewell) | Oversized Linen Shirt (Banana Republic) | Linen Wrap Skirt (J.Crew) | Cotton Romper (Halogen, Nordstrom)
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In Case You Missed It
Yesterday, Kelly shared her 5 favorite side dish recipes for a Summer BBQ. Click the title or image below to read the article.
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Hi Beth,
I really like to read your site. You are a very petite lady. Could you please try to show us some clothes that manufacturers also, make in plus sizes as well as regular sizes? I am sure that some must make the same clothes in plus. I am 5 feet 6 inches and wear a 3X
Thanks
thanks so much for your suggestion.
I love the white dress you’re wearing in the picture. Do you know if it is still available and where?
the dress is one or two years old from Ralph Lauren.