With the unofficial arrival of summer with Memorial Day weekend, I’m already pivoting my wardrobe to the upcoming season. For the summer months, I’m ready to embrace a mix of trend-forward pieces and investment items and have been on the hunt for suitcase-worthy finds that will carry me through the hottest time of the year. As new-season items are beginning to drop, I headed to Net-a-Porter, Zara, and Nordstrom to scroll through the latest shopping arrivals and see which are the best to shop.
Some of the latest drops on the market—such as jelly shoes, gingham dresses, and deep-plunge one-piece swimsuits—are already set to be peak summer 2025 style. Heritage prints, mesh accessories, and peppermint-stripe shorts are also front-runners and pieces I’m planning to acquire for my vacation wardrobe. Here, see the top pieces I’m recommending for the summer season ahead.
Nordstrom
DÔEN
Leslie Gingham Pleated Maxi Dress
It’s set to be a gingham summer!
Chloé
Jelly Ankle Strap Sandal
Jelly shoes will be everywhere, including this hot pair from Chloé.
Hunza G
Gina Contrast Two-Piece Swimsuit
Proenza Schouler
Yves Stripe Fringe Maxi Dress
One of the buzziest vacation pieces from the spring/summer 2025 runways.
Veronica Beard
Clea Flip Flop
Perhaps the most iconic summer print.
Vince
Barcelona Jelly Cage Mule
To wear with everything from jeans to swimwear.
The most beautiful powder-pink piece.
Khaite
Jett Lambskin Suede Miniskirt
Pair this with the pink Khaite top.
Net-a-Porter
ST. AGNI
Draped Crepe Maxi Dress
SAVETTE
Symmetry Pochette Leather and Mesh Tote
A mesh take on Savette’s iconic pochette bag.
MANOLO BLAHNIK
Haribalmu 50 Leather Mules
JACQUES MARIE MAGE
Richard Aviator-Style Acetate Sunglasses
Everyone is talking about Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses.
ERES
Les Essentiels Icone Swimsuit
A timeless investment buy.
HIGH SPORT
Savannah Striped Cotton-Blend Shorts
ANCIENT GREEK SANDALS
Saionara Jelly PVC Flip Flops
TOTEME
Organic Cotton-Poplin Shirt
Pastel shirts are a key layering piece.
PUCCI
Printed Bandeau Bikini Top
Pucci prints are more relevant than ever.
PUCCI
Printed Bikini Briefs
AEYDE
Melody Leather Flip Flops
Zara
ZARA
Pack of Rigid Bracelets
zara
Polka Dot Halter Dress
Polka dots are having a moment.
Great for cooler evenings.
ZARA
Metallic Ring Bandeau Swimsuit
ZARA
Embroidered Eyelet Shirt
ZARA
Plain Knit Basic Short Sleeve Top
This beautiful staple comes in so many color options.
To wear with the coordinating top.
