It’s absurd to think that summer is near. In about three weeks, Memorial Day, the unofficial start of the season, will be here, and fashionistas across America will be celebrating by leaning into their warm-weather wardrobes without any guesswork.
As for what they’ll wear, think about versatile, airy and effortlessly chic options like drawstring pants in taffeta or cotton poplin, simple tees, tanks with elevated details like collars or high V-necks, sporty jackets and lace-trimmed camisoles. When it comes to shoes, flip-flops will be very popular, whether they are flats, kitten heels, stilettos or wedges. Gold and silver cuff bracelets, bold oversized sunglasses, raffia tote bags and decorative evening bags are some of the accessories that will help bring the look together.
For those who need a little more direction on specific items to buy while staying on a budget, keep scrolling. Ahead, I’m sharing a carefully compiled edit of 28 under $250 summer dresses that everyone will be wearing soon.
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Linen Blend Wide Leg Pant
These best-selling pants now come in a beautiful chocolate brown color.
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Raffia Mini Shopper Bag
Style with tailored pants for an unexpected yet elegant look.
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Picot-Trimmed Pleated Mini Dress
Fashion girls love to wear easy one-to-one dresses during summer.
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Celine Mesh Flat Sandals
The new flip-flops are already on sale.
Mango
round-neck knit top
Lightweight knits are a summer must-have.
massimo datti
straight linen midi skirt
Linen maxi skirt is also like this.
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Exclusive La Isla Gold-Plated Cuff
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knit button-front top
So simple yet so perfect.
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Luna Pant in Cotton Poplin
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maddox ballet flats
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Bias Cut Linen Blend Midi Dress
A beautiful color and attractive cut.
massimo datti
small raffia shoulder bag
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Kaia bikini top
These also come in brown colour.
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aila sunglasses
These editor-favorite sunglasses are back in stock after reaching viral sellout status.
A sporty jacket with trousers or lace-trimmed shorts is a winning outfit formula.
The only one I have my eye on are Bermuda shorts.
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Tori Kitten Heel Sandal
If you still don’t have kitten-heel flip-flops, what are you waiting for?
Mango
floral strapless top
Everyone will think you’re wearing Chloé, not Mango.
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Faye Ankle Straight Leg Jeans
Tony Bianco
hype vanilla vintage
Endless styling possibilities.
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messy knit top
On days when you want to wear something a little more elevated than a ribbed tank top, this is a great option.
Everlane x Elena Bonvicini
La Brea Low-Rise Baggy Jeans
Mango
Kitten-Heel Leather Sandals
Mark my words: thong sandals with buckle heels will be everywhere.
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Oversized Drawstring Utility Jacket
On cool summer evenings when you’re going out for a casual dinner, you’ll want to have this jacket ready to slung over your shoulders.
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olesya shorts
Such a beautiful pair of colours.
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Gracie Jelly Thong Sandals
