If there’s one brand that knows how to deliver effortless summer staples, it’s Free People. The retailer is continuously packed with the kind of easy, elevated pieces that fashion people gravitate toward. Think breezy dresses, laid-back matching sets, and vacation-ready accessories that make styling through the hottest months feel practically effortless.
Right now, relaxed, flowy dresses are at the top of everyone’s list. Whether you’re heading to a weekend brunch or a beachside getaway, a light, billowy silhouette is the ultimate one-and-done outfit solution. Style yours with minimal sandals and oversize sunglasses for a look that’s polished but completely unfussy—exactly the vibe summer calls for.
Matching sets are another standout trend dominating carts this season. With their lightweight fabrics and relaxed fits, they offer a streamlined approach to looking put-together with minimal effort. Pair a breezy top and skirt set with raffia accessories for a look that’s equal parts city-cool and vacation-ready.
Ahead, we’re highlighting the Free People pieces with the highest number of saves and hearts right now. These are the can’t-miss styles everyone with good taste is scooping up—and once you see them, you’ll understand why.
Shop Free People’s most coveted summer items below.
We want this breezy set in the other three colors too.
These are already the It denim shorts of the year.
An affordable way to test out the barrel-pants trend.
We love a two-for-one wardrobe item.
Wear this as a set or as separates this warm-weather season.
Some might think these are ugly, but we're into them. Very functional in our opinion.
You can never have too many oversize T-shirts (plus this one comes in 10 other colors).
A dress you can throw on all summer long and still feel put-together.
A fitted tank you can wear with jeans, shorts, or literally anything on the bottom.
Butter yellow is still going strong.
Who doesn't love a matching set?
This dress is so chic and flattering.
The perfect breezy pants for a day at the beach.
Style this with your favorite vintage jeans or shorts for a cool denim-on-denim look.
These jeans are giving backyard-core to the max.
Another staple to achieve backyard-core, and it comes in a dozen other colors.
An easy weekend outfit for summer 2025.
A fitted dress that will never go out of style.
These makes for the perfect cover-up on your next vacation.
This with statement accessories and you're set.
Layer it up for a cool look.
Another ready-for-the-beach pair of shorts.
These right here are the most coveted sneakers on Free People right now.
A summer wardrobe isn't set without a cozy knit sweater.
All about the jelly sandals this year.
It's giving summer-in-the-Hamptons vibes.
This paired with super-dark denim—pure perfection.
Necklaces to wear all summer long.
Ready to try the micro-minishort trend? We are.
This and hanging by the fire pit with our friends.
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