From Jelly Shoes to Capri Pants—9 Items That Will Make You Look On-Trend This Summer

If you love to add a trend-forward touch to your summer outfits, then you may want to consider investing in a few pieces that instantly say you're a fashion person. Many of these items can be easily integrated into your daily wardrobe and will add just the right trendy touch to your warm-weather looks.

Below, we're sharing nine specific styles that the cool fashion crowd is wearing this summer, and they're guaranteed to take your look from subpar to super stylish in an instant. While they may not be for everyone (it took us a beat to get on board with the capri-pant trend), there are plenty of styles that perhaps hit your eye just right. From trending jelly shoes (thanks, The Row) to Gen Z loved tracksuit bottoms, here are nine styles worthy of your wardrobe this summer.

Jelly Shoes

Yes, you heard correctly. Jelly shoes are officially trending. Inspired by the mesh jelly flats that dominated The Row's pre-fall 2024 runway, we're now spotting all our favorite fashion people wearing different iterations of the trend. Whether you go for a pop of color or stick to classic clear, they'll unquestionably add a playful and trendy touch to your summer look. We're here for it.

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Capri Pants

Love them or hate them, there's no denying capri pants are back in the fashion spotlight this summer and have been flooding our feeds as of late. Once a mainstay in the wardrobes of '90s and '00s fashion devotees, pedal pushers feel refreshingly chic for summer 2024, especially when styled with pointed-toe kitten heels or mesh flats and a chic blazer.

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Fit-and-Flare Dresses

Full skirts are a big trend this summer, so it's only natural the silhouette continues its dominance in the form of dresses. Fit-and-flare styles, especially midi and maxi lengths, are everywhere right now, oozing an air of romance.

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Track Pants and Shorts

Perhaps one of the most unexpected trends of summer is the resurgence of track pants and shorts. Adidas is the brand of choice, but it's the styling that gives them a fresh twist for summer 2024. The fashion set is all about wearing them with contrasting polished ballet flats, button-downs, and blazers—giving the sporty piece an elevated touch.

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Linen Vests

The effortlessly elegant linen vest is a fashion-person favorite this season. It's a versatile piece that will go with everything from full skirts to jeans. You certainly won't regret investing in one this summer.

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Sheer White Lace Skirts

The sheer trend continues its dominance this summer. We've been seeing white lace sheer skirts, in particular, take center stage, with fashion people styling midi- and maxi-length silhouettes with everything from basic camis to graphic tees.

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Cord Necklaces

This season, we keep spotting cord necklaces on the most stylish fashion people on Instagram. It's clear that the '90s jewelry trend is going strong this summer. Choose a bold pendant in shapes like hearts, swirls, shells, and more.

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Pajama Bottoms

Whether you go for casual boxers or relaxed striped pants, this summer is all about pajama-style bottoms that exude a casual-cool look. Dress up the laid-back piece with polished flats.

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Silky Headscarves

Channel your inner Audrey Hepburn and opt for a silky printed headscarf tied under your chin—an accessory that will instantly make an outfit look luxe.

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