I’m a Fashion Editor—Here’s What I Predict It Girls Will Be Buying for Under $250 This Summer

It's wild to think that summer is around the corner. In about three weeks, Memorial Day, the unofficial start of the season, will be here, and fashion people all over the U.S. will be celebrating by leaning into their warm-weather wardrobes without second-guessing it.

For what they'll be wearing, think versatile, breezy, and effortlessly chic options such as drawstring pants in taffeta or cotton poplin, simple tees, tanks with elevated details such as a collar or high V-neck, sporty jackets, and lace-trim camisoles. When it comes to shoes, flip-flops will be all the rage, whether they're flats, kitten heels, stilettos, or wedges. Gold and silver cuff bracelets, bold oversize sunglasses, raffia tote bags, and embellished evening bags are just a few accessories that will help pull the looks together.

For those who need a bit more direction on the specific items to buy while staying on budget, keep scrolling. Ahead, I'm sharing a carefully curated edit of the 28 under-$250 summer finds everyone will soon be wearing.

Reformation

Wren Knit Top

Scoop-neck tank tops are fine, but chic dressers know that high-V-neck ones are cooler.

Open Edit

Linen Blend Wide Leg Pants

These best-selling pants now come in a gorgeous chocolate brown.

ZARA

Raffia Mini Shopper Bag

Style with tailored pants for an unexpected but elegant look.

COS

Picot-Trimmed Pleated Mini Dress

Fashion girls love wearing easy one-and-done dresses during the summer.

Britt Netta

Seline Mesh Flat Sandals

The new flip-flops are already selling out.

MANGO

Round-Neck Knitted Top

A lightweight knit is a summer essential.

Massimo Dutti

Straight Linen Midi Skirt

So is a linen maxi skirt.

Ben-Amun

Exclusive La Isla Gold-Plated Cuff

ZARA

Knit Button-Front Top

So simple yet so perfect.

J.Crew

Luna Pant in Cotton Poplin

Nordstrom

Maddox Ballet Flat

COS

Bias Cut Linen Blend Midi Dress

A beautiful color and a flattering cut.

Massimo Dutti

Small Raffia Shoulder Bag

Reformation

Kaia Bikini Top

These also come in brown.

jimmy fairly

Aela Sunglasses

These editor-favorite sunglasses are back in stock after reaching viral sellout status.

A sporty jacket with trousers or lace-trim shorts is a winning outfit formula.

The only Bermuda shorts I have my eyes on.

Open Edit

Tori Kitten Heel Sandal

If you still don't own kitten-heeled flip-flops, what are you waiting for?

MANGO

Floral Strapless Top

Everyone will think you're wearing Chloé—not Mango.

Citizens of Humanity

Faye Ankle Straight Leg Jeans

Tony Bianco

Hype Vanilla Vintage

Endless styling possibilities.

Reformation

Maisie 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: Heeled thong sandals with buckle accents will be everywhere.

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Oversized Drawstring Utility Jacket

On cool summer evenings when you're heading out for a casual dinner, you'll want to have this jacket ready to toss over your shoulders.

Madison the Label

Olesya Shorts

Such a pretty color pairing.

Rag & Bone

Gracie Jelly Thong Sandals