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1. An adorable activewear dress so when you go on your first hike of the summer you have something fun (yet still practical) for the occasion.
2. A pair of psychedelic palazzo pants because they've got easy, breezy summer written all over them and that's what we plan on having. Better dress the part.
3. A yellow ribbed bodycon dress that'll have the sun competing with you for attention. Yellow not your thing? Well, luckily it comes in a bunch of different colors — all of which will still have you looking (and feeling) extra vibrant.
4. A lightweight button-down made from a gauzy material to keep you cool and comfortable all summer long. Emphasis on cool — throwing this over a bikini makes for the most ~laidback~ beach look known around.
5. A bright puff-sleeve dress that can be worn anywhere from a backyard wedding to a backyard barbecue. No matter where you end up going, you'll be sure to bring the party while you're wearing it.
6. A high-neck crocheted halter top for a versatile option you can dress up and down in accordance with your summer schedule. Wear it for summer Fridays at the office with a pair of high-waisted paints or with distressed jean shorts for a casual brunch. And if you have something a lil more formal coming up, consider completing the look with the matching skirt!
7. A tropical print mini dress aka the perfect thing to wear for your summer vacay. Don't have any upcoming trips planned? Don't fret, it's pretty much just the perfect thing to wear in general.
8. A puff-sleeve swimsuit because it can easily convert to a cute crop top when you decide to leave the beach and head over to happy hour. "No shirts, no shoes, no service" — not applicable here.
9. A midi skirt and tank set that's probably the most put-together you'll ever look with the least amount of effort you'll ever make. No rummaging for a shirt to match the skirt or pants to match the shirt — the complete outfit is already waiting for you. All you have to do is put it on and look completely cute.
BuzzFeed editor Kayla Boyd has this and loves it! Here's why:
"I love a matching set because it takes most of the work out of putting an outfit together. And this one is such a great deal! I love how comfy and easy it is to wear. I was concerned about it being see-through, but it wasn't! It has a stretchy waist and a cute tie detail in the front of the skirt. For spring days, I just throw a denim jacket over it. And, of course, I plan to wear it all summer as well. I would 100% buy more colors in this — and there are so many to choose from!"
Promising review: "Absolutely LOVE this! I want to order a few more in different colors! It’s stylish, dress it up or wear it casual! I got lots of compliments. Very comfortable and soft. Moves nicely with the body! Very cool looking top!" —Jules
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in sizes XL–5XL and 42 colors/prints)
10. Cushioned slides because these are actually clouds when it comes to comfort. I mean, just look at them. And reviewers are raving about their ability to keep your feet cool and sweat-free in the summer. So, 0% chance of tootsie precip. ;)
11. A sarong to throw over any swimsuit and elevate your poolside look by 1000%.
12. A bucket hat because a bad hair day doesn't have to ruin your entire look. In fact, you probably won't even be phased by another bad hair day *ever* again, once you see just what a simple lil' hat can do for your outfit.
13. A drawstring dress so you can adjust accordingly — perhaps something a little shorter for a brunch date? And then something a little longer when your date goes so well it lasts into the cooler evening. You literally just had an outfit change without changing your outfit.
14. A gorgeous kimono that you can throw over anything from a plain dress to jeans to your bathing suit. Yes, being best dressed at the beach is a thing.
15. A fun skort with full shorts underneath and pockets (!!!) so you can comfortably do all your fun, outdoor summer activities with the utmost of style.
16. A three-pack of biker shorts because they're the summer equivalent of leggings and as we all know, leggings are an absolute necessity in a wardrobe. You can wear them for your workout, with your fave oversized tee for a casual day of runnings errands, when you're just lounging at home — literally anything.
17. A loose-leg overall jumper that'll probably be the most practical (and comfortable) item of clothing your warm weather wardrobe has ever seen. I kind of feel bad for all the other clothes you'll be neglecting.
18. A slide sandal because it's a step up from your typical slides style-wise, a step up from house slippers, occasion-wise, but on par with both, comfort-wise.
19. A bell-sleeve plissé blouse that's almost too chic for your own good. You can leave it open with a bandeau top under it if you're feeling ~risque~ but its lightweight material makes it cool enough to wear on its own!
20. A pair of mid-rise baggy shorts in case high-waisted short-shorts have never really been your thing. Luckily, times are changing, and these babies are v in style.
21. A crisscross halter top because the average neckline just doesn't pack the same punch and you absolutely must take advantage of halter season.
22. A pack of three ribbed sports bras to add a little color to your summer runs. And while this sports bra does have removable cups and is technically speaking, athletic wear, something tells me you're going to wear it for any occasion. (That something is that this is the cutest "sports bra" I've ever seen.)
23. A cover-up set because it's the perfect "after-beach" outfit. Picture this: you just spent all day at the beach, there's sand all over you, your hair is all tangly and wavy from the ocean...what's missing? This set over your bikini.
24. Chunky block sandals for a going-out shoe that can actually keep up with you and your friends on a summer night. It gets dark at 9 p.m. in June for a reason — you have every right to be out all night and have no time for a shoe that's not comfortable enough to withstand that. Reviewers swear these are.
25. A flared skirt if by the middle of the summer, you're over shorts. Substitute them with this skirt and watch in amazement as you become a "skirt person."
26. A tiered maxi dress with a loose fit, so you can look and feel your best even on the hottest day of the summer. Because it's hard to feel your best when you're dripping in sweat.
27. A floral romper that looks like a dress but allows you to focus on the task at hand instead of being preoccupied with the stress of bending down and accidentally giving everyone a show. (The aforementioned task at hand: enjoying a margarita and dancing the night away.)
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.