The 30 Fashion and Beauty Items That Are on My Summer 2025 Shopping List

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We're about a month out from the official start of summer, and the truth is, I'm kind of dreading it for certain reasons. I live in the South, and the sun, heat, and humidity gets old pretty quickly. But on the bright side, something I love about summer is shopping for it. I'm always happy to seize the opportunity to have a bit more fun with my wardrobe in the summer, and it's also when some of my favorite types of beauty products are released (think new glowy cream blushes, bronzers, lip glosses, sunscreens, and air-dry hair products).

There's no reason for my summer shopping list to live in a vacuum, so I'm seizing the opportunity to share it with you so we can all shop together. With that, scroll on for all of fashion and beauty finds I have my eye on for summer 2025.

Fashion

Vince

Barcelona Jelly Cage Mule in Red

Alert! Nordstrom is the only place that's selling these in red.

Levi's

501 '90s Lightweight Jeans in Bold Underline

Reformation

Rowan Crew Tee in La Jolla Stripe

The fact that I would've worn this tee 30 years ago and today is amusing to me.

Sporty & Rich

LA Baseball Cap

I'll always love a summery baseball cap.

DÔEN

Hayden Top in Black Marilyn Gingham

I wore the black version of this top constantly last summer, and I think the new gingham one will come equally in handy.

HIGH SPORT

Savannah Striped Cotton-Blend Shorts in Red

For wearing with the aforementioned jellies.

Faithfull the Brand

Sanne Floral Linen Minidress in Cecile Floral

I own this dress in a different floral print, and she's beautiful.

STAUD x Birkenstock

Birkenstock Arizona Woven Embossed Sandals in

I guess we're all about to own yet another pair of Birkenstocks.

Reformation

Hazel Pajama Set in Hummingbird Stripe

My mission this summer is to overhaul my pajama collection, starting with these.

J.Crew

Malta Handwoven Straw Tote

Is there anyone among us who doesn't need this?

Posse

Rosalie Shorts in Rose Bud

Aside from the perfect price, I have the A-line shape of these shorts.

Oliver Peoples x Khaite

52mm Cat Eye Sunglasses

I'm re-introuducing wire-frame sunglasses into my life, starting with these.

Alo Yoga

Micro Plisse Game on Bra in Pink Quartz

I couldn't imagine a prettier sports bra than this.

H&M

Linen-Blend Drawstring Shorts in Navy Blue/Striped

Run and buy these before everyone else does.

Summer is the season for fun jewelry.

Beauty

SOFIE PAVITT FACE

Nice Ice Frozen Toner Pads

I couldn't think of anything more glorious for summer than cryo-toning pods.

Westman Atelier

Baby Cheeks + Face Trace Sculpting Powder Duo in Tulle & Truffle

These may look a bit shocking in the pan but trust me—the combo looks beautiful on so many skin tones.

Habelo

Activating Hand Serum

My hands were a mess post-winter but this life-changing serum resurrected them. I'll be ordering a new one from Violet Grey as soon as it runs out.

Glossier

Glossier You Fleur Eau De Parfum

I ordered the mini size of this initially but I'm so obsessed with it that the full size will be in my next Sephora order.

ISDIN

Fusion Water Magic SPF 40 Sunscreen With Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin E

Everyone's talking about this new sunscreen—including me. It spreads beautifully.

Vintner's Daughter

Active Botanical Serum

I was using this a few years ago and was recently reminded how wildly effective it is. There's truly nothing else like it.

Colorescience

Peptide Lip Shine SPF 30 in Savanna

I hate most SPF lip products but this one is excellent.

MBR

Enzyme Cleansing Booster

Yes, it's an investment, but the buzz about this gentle exfoliating product (and this brand, in general) is impossible to ignore.

HAUS LABS BY LADY GAGA

Color Fuse Longwear Hydrating Glassy Lip + Cheek Blush Balm Stick in Glassy Cayenne

This new shade of Haus Labs' viral blush sticks is the perfect way to fake a rosy glow from a tan.

Dr. Diamond's Metacine

Instafacial Plasma Bioactive Growth Factor Serum

I'm skipping the PRP treatments and ordering this raved-about serum.

Another product I bought the smaller size of and immediately decided I needed the full size. It's transformed my hair.

VIOLETTE_FR

Bisou Jelly Sheer Shine Hydrating Lipstick in Bonbon à la Rose

I love this brand's lip stains, and I'm sure I'll love these jelly lipsticks too.

Sephora Favorites

Sun Safety Kit

For all of your summer travel needs.

Moroccanoil

Mini High Shine Gloss Mask

Intrigued, and buying immediately.

Josie Maran

Mini Golden Hour - Whipped Argan Oil Refillable Firming Body Butter

I honestly hate most body moisturizers, but I'm ready to see what all the fuss is about.