This is the time of year when my saved folder on Instagram is jam-packed with carefree and cool summer outfits—cotton dresses billowing in the breeze, white linen loose pants paired with thong sandals, colorful prints, and raffia bags—most often against the backdrop of the Italian Riviera, French countryside, or a sunlit ocean. Scrolling through my saved folder is like the vision board of my dreams—outfits included!
Two brands I’ve spotted on fashion people again and again this summer is J.Crew and Mango. And it’s not hard to see why. The affordable and accessible retailers have been killing it with their collections this season, offering wearable trend-forward pieces at good prices.
Below, I’m sharing some of the chicest summer pieces I’ve spotted the fashion crowd wearing from Mango and J.Crew, along with plenty of shopping picks to help you get the looks for yourself. Grab yourself a watermelon juice and keep scrolling to get inspired.
Mango
Breezy striped pants and a chic white linen vest are the perfect combo for summer in the city or country.
Summer is the perfect time to play with prints and colorful accessories. The sleek wedges feel very on-trend.
It's all about maxi skirts this summer. This low-rise linen one feels trend-forward.
A cool pair of pants can make your whole outfit. Add a touch of sunshine to your look with this Simon Miller x Mango collaboration.
A long and sleek linen maxi skirt exudes effortless elegance. Simply add a tank and chic black accessories.
I've seen a number of fashion people stye this open-knit dress over swimsuits. It's perfect to take you from the beach to dinner in style.
Effortless, loose white jeans are a warm-weather essential. Pair with a chic black bodysuit and accessories to amp up the look.
J.Crew
Lean into the mermaidcore aesthetic and opt for aqua marine hues this summer.
Crochet net skirts and dresses are trending. Throw this orange J.Crew skirt over a bikini and style it with a relaxed white tee for an of-the-moment look.
Nothing is as easy as an effortless neutral maxi dress that you can easily dress up or down.
A breezy white cotton dress for the shores of Sicily? Sign us up.
White linen pants and a white tank broken up with chic black accessories is an outfit formula that always works.
J.Crew's floral print swimsuits are a favorite among the fashion set. Style them with an oversize white linen shirt and a cool woven bag.
Lean into the cool-girl Barbiecore aesthetic with loose and relaxed silhouettes in pretty pink hues.
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