Generally speaking, summer isn't my favorite season anymore. Up until I graduated from college, I thought it was, but I now realize that it was because I didn't have to go to school. While I prefer fall weather and activities, the thing that I do look forward to this time of year is shopping for summer clothes, shoes, and accessories. So let's do that.
I think the general consensus in life is that summer is the most exciting season to shop for. Summer trends are typically more relaxed, colorful, and fun. And I always find that affordable, trendy fashion items abound during summer. To prove it, I found a bunch that I'd buy in a second to punch up all of my basics, as those are what make up the majority of my summer outfits. Scroll to shop my favorite trend-forward findings, most of which are less than $100.
Mango
Fringed Miniskirt
As you can see here, this is the perfect thing to wear with a white top.
Who What Wear Collection
Who What Wear Baseball Cap
Meet my new favorite accessory, for obvious reasons.
Jeffrey Campbell
Bubblegum Platform Sandals
These fun slides have really great reviews.
Other Stories
Checkered Tank Top
I can't think of anything not to love about this.
Open Edit
A-Line Miniskirt
If you want to look trendy this summer, you definitely need to order a miniskirt or two.
Missoma x Le Specs
Hydrus Link Oval Sunglasses
Yes, there are cheaper sunglasses out there, but these beauties are worth it.
Free People
Endless Summer Crawford Tank
Popcorn fabric is a vibe.
English Factory
Tie Detail Shirring Top With Short Sleeves
It's pretty-top season.
Eloquii
Halter Minidress
Wear this with your neutral-colored shoes and let the dress be the focal point.
Goodtrade8
Blouse
At just $9, this cool Amazon find that's giving Bella Hadid vibes is worth a shot.
Zara
Bustier Crop Top
This comes in four colors—good luck choosing.
Madewell
Dressy Paperbag Shorts
Please take note of the cool waistband.
Reformation
Lionel Top
Good American
Always Fits One-Piece Swimsuit
I'd be tempted to wear this as a bodysuit too.
Charles
Keith
Brown Leather
Raffia Kitten Heel Thong Sandals
Every fashion person's favorite furniture trend, now in shoe form.
H&M
Ribbed Top
The easiest way to look on-trend this season? Orange.
Urban Renewal
Recycled Cord Pieced Short
Each pair is unique, so you don't know what colors you're going to get—that's part of the fun.
Pixie Market
White Cotton Rolled Shoulder Top
Prepare yourself for everyone to ask where you got this chic top.
Lisa Says Gah
Sarah Mini Skirt in Mariposa Black
Gimme all the butterfly clothes.
Emi Jay x Revolve
Big Effing Clip in Fairy Wings
If this isn't a fun hair accessory, I don't know what is.
Miaou
UO Exclusive Vicky Mini Dress
This It-girl brand did an exclusive collab with Urban Outfitters, and I'm shocked it's still in stock.
Mango
Glitter High-Heeled Sandals
It'd be hard not to have fun in these.
Open Edit
Relaxed Poplin Button-Up Shirt
For pairing with neutrals or other brights.
We the Free
Emmy Denim Skort
I personally love that skorts are back.
Superdown
Alora Wrap Top in Pink
Click if you need a new going-out top.
Kenneth Jay Lane
Gold With White Pearl Earrings
One can never have too many pairs of cool pearl earrings.
Allyson is a senior editor forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
. She joined the company in 2014 as co-founder Katherine Power's executive assistant and over the years has written hundreds of stories forBest Knockoff Luxury Clothing
. Prior to her career in fashion, Allyson worked in the entertainment industry at companies such as Sony Pictures Television. Allyson is now based in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is originally from Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She holds a BFA in theater arts. Her path to fashion may not have been linear, but based on the number of fashion magazines she collected as a child and young adult, it was meant to be.