When high summer rolls around, my favorite thing to do in the city during the weekends isn't going out to a rooftop bar with friends or frolicking around Central Park—it's staying indoors with the air conditioning blasting and watching my comfort show, Gilmore Girls. Sure, you can find me doing that same Sunday routine year-round, but there's something special about lying on your couch and vegging out with the windows open so that you can feel the summer breeze.
Now that the temperatures are nearing their peak, I'm swapping my Sunday sweatpant OOTDs for light, breathable, and comfy summer loungewear that looks and feels good. Oversize boxer shorts, pointelle camisoles, and lacy baby tees are all on my agenda. Below, scroll to see 31 of the cutest, coziest summer loungewear staples you won't want to miss out on. The best part? They're all under $50. It doesn't get better than that.
Oddli
Oddli Boxers
Trust me—the extra $2 are worth it for this TikTok-viral pair.
ZARA
100% Silk Top
This doubles as an appropriate street top if you wear it with your favorite jeans.
ZARA
100% Suede Lace Bra
This suede is stunning.
ZARA
Striped Poplin Shirt
There's nothing quite as comfy as an oversize poplin shirt.
ZARA
Lace Trim Pointelle Top
I bought this on my travels to Europe this year, and yep, it's just as cozy IRL as it looks online.
Rosette
Rosebud Underwear
This NYC-based label has been taking over my underwear drawer as of late.
ZARA
Pointelle Boxer Shorts
Cute and comfy—what more could you ask for?
Free People
Oh My Darling Tank
Butter yellow is the color of the season after all.
Rosette
Lavender Field Underwear
ZARA
Striped Shorts
Boxer-esque shorts are going to be everywhere this summer.
ZARA
Limited Edition Silk Satin Panties
Incredibly Miu Miu coded.
Urban Outfitters
Out From Under Shot Caller Sporty Mesh Micro Short
Ideal for Netflix marathons to beat the Sunday scaries.
Cou cou
The Cami: Pointelle
Cou Cou has to be one of my favorite brands for adorable intimates.
Urban Outfitters
Out From Under Laney Embroidered Trim Pointelle Knit Micro Short
Shocked that these shorts are under $50.
Urban Outfitters
Out From Under Diamond Pointelle Knit Low Rise Thong
Adorable.
Kat the Label
Isabelle Camisole
Cute enough to wear out. Comfy enough to stay in.
Calvin Klein
Underwear Modern Cotton Lightly Lined Triangle Bralette
These are such a classic.
ZARA
Mesh Lace Bra
Although it took me a while to warm up to mesh ballet flats, I'm all about the mesh-bra trend.
Organic Basics
Flex Shorty
The color of the season.
Edikted
Mariana Pointelle Lace Tank
I'll never say no to a lacy pointelle tank.
Edikted
Strawberry Lace Trim Camisole
Strawberry fields forever.
Cou Cou
The High Rise French Blue
This color is divine.
Hanes X Uo Exclusive
Woven Boxer Short
Chic and affordable.
Shopbop
Pj Salvage Textured Essentials Shorts
Not to be dramatic, but I think I need these.
ASOS DESIGN
Asos Design Mix
Match Cotton Racer Front Pajama Tank Top in Gray Heather
Stepping into my comfy girl era.
H&M
Cotton Pajama Pants
Easy to take from night to day if you're going for the Scandi-girl look.
Skims
Relaxed Fit Boyfriend Boxer
I'll let you in on a little secret: Every fashion editor you know loves Skims.
Urban Outfitters
Out From Under Marie Semi-Sheer Lace Plunge Bralette
This find is so pretty.
Urban Outfitters
Out From Under Sterling Lace-Trim Cotton Babydoll Cami
Micro Short Set
Get ready to see the prettiest set in 3... 2...
H&M
Cotton Pointelle Pajamas
Chocolate browns are everything right now.
H&M
Ribbed Pajamas
I'll leave you with this pretty find.
This post was published at an earlier date and has since been updated.
Ana Escalante is an award-winning journalist and Gen Z editor known for her sharp takes on fashion and culture. She’s covered everything from Copenhagen Fashion Week to Roe v. Wade protests as the Editorial Assistant at Glamour after earning her journalism degree at the University of Florida in 2021. At Who What Wear, Ana mixes wit with unapologetic commentary in long-form fashion and beauty content, creating pieces that resonate with a digital-first generation. If it’s smart, snarky, and unexpected, chances are her name’s on it.