Over the weekend, I walked into the Gap store on Fifth Avenue in NYC and was left speechless. I immediately texted all my friends to tell them they had to check it out for themselves, whether in person or online. The brand’s latest drop, featuring the new Gap x Dôen collaboration, was filled with designer-passing pieces. That statement carries significant weight considering my exceptionally high standards when it comes to fashion.
There were white linen dresses, both short and long, that I could see myself wearing every day during the months of July and August, vintage-style jeans that make a white tee and ballet flats look effortlessly cool, elevated flip-flops reminiscent of The Row’s viral pair, and chic suede boat shoes that would add a casual yet polished finish to a skirt.
I made a note of all my favorite pieces, so below, I’m sharing my edit of Gap’s best summer buys. Here’s the best part: Every item below is priced under $140. With that in mind, keep scrolling to shop my guilt-free picks.
Shop the Best Summer Pieces From Gap
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Closeknit Cropped Halter Top
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Curvy High Rise Barrel Jeans
There’s so much to love about these jeans. A puddle hem? Check. A vintage-like medium-blue hue? Check. A relaxed fit? Check.
This under-$15 pair is the easiest way to wear the black-flip-flop trend.
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Linen-Blend Square-Neck Maxi Dress
Trust me: Once July arrives, all you’ll want to wear is a one-and-done linen dress.
Without a doubt, a linen button-down shirt is the most versatile piece for summer. It can be styled with jeans, a skirt, a bikini, or unbuttoned over a dress.
A sure way to inject some color into your warm-weather wardrobe.
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Modern Apron-Neck Tank Top
Found: the perfect white tank top.
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8-Inch Mid Rise ’90s Loose Denim Bermuda Shorts
Every downtown New York City fashion person is wearing drawstring Bermuda shorts and linen pants right now.
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Vegan Leather Flip Flop Sandals
Ever since I came across Khaite’s gorgeous snakeskin sandals, I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect pair that doesn’t break the bank. This under-$40 pair checks all of my boxes.
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Tiered Lace-Trim Maxi Skirt
I can see myself wearing this skirt all summer long.