With the warm weather now here and hotter weather on the horizon, it’s the perfect time to do a closet refresh with a special focus on the staple pieces you are likely to wear the most. When doing my own refresh, I look to prioritize pieces that are effortless while still adding an elevated feel to my outfits. It’s always a bonus if they are easy to mix and match, making for easy dressing in the morning.
Right now, my focus is on spring and summer essentials that fit the bill. This includes classic options like linen pants and white dresses as well as fashion-forward picks like sleek sandals and elegant shorts. Ahead, you’ll find six key warm-weather essentials that I swear by as an editor with high standards along with visual outfit inspiration on how to style each piece.
Classic Linen Pants
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MANGO
Linen Jogger Trousers
H&M
Linen-Blend Tapered Pants
An all-black outfit to re-create.
Reformation
Olina Linen Pant
Reformation’s linen pants are a no-brainer.
Standout White Dresses
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Free People
Feeling Bonita Strappy Back Maxi Dress
J.Crew
High-Neck Midi Dress in Linen
ZW Collection
Skater Dress
Reformation
Percy Linen Dress
Guaranteed to get compliments.
Effortless Tank Tops
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J.Crew
Vintage Rib Shelf-Bra Tank Top
Reformation
Dusk Knit Top
Boatneck styles are a personal favorite.
Treasure & Bond
Cutaway Shoulder Cotton Blend Tank
Scoop this one up while it’s on sale.
This comes in so many great colors.
Marine Layer
Finley Stripe Sweater Tank
Pretty Skirts
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ZW Collection
Midi Swing Skirt
Treasure & Bond
Bias Cut Midi Skirt
J.Crew
Gwen Lace-Trim Slip Skirt in Textured Satin
Marine Layer
Corinne Double Cloth Maxi Skirt
Tiered skirts are trending.
Sleek Sandals
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Open Edit
Tori Kitten Heel Sandal
One of the most popular sandals right now.
zara
Lace Up Tied Flat Leather Sandals
Steve Madden
Jessa Kitten Heel Flip Flop
Nineties minimalism vibes.
Reformation
Gemi Bare Sandal
Red shoes are having a moment.
TOTEME
Minimalist Kitten Heel Sandal
Toteme shoes are always a good idea.
Polished Shorts
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J.Crew
High-Rise Trouser Short in Stretch Linen Blend
All in Favor
Pleated Shorts
Easy to dress up or down.
Topshop
Linen Blend Bermuda Shorts
H&M
Linen-Blend Pull-On Shorts
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