You know when you find a brand that just gets it? It’s reliable, quality, trendy, but not too trendy? The brand that may not be top of mind all the time, but when it does bubble up you’re like, “Oh, of course I should look for [insert whatever you’re looking for] there” because you know they’ll make a better version than anyone else? For me, that’s J. Crew. And while I turn to them no matter the season, J. Crew’s summer collection, in this writer’s opinion, is always unmatched.
When I think of J. Crew, I think Americana. I think seaside 4th of July looking my most glamorous in a relaxed button down and shorts while eating a hot dog. J. Crew’s summer is aspirational, but what’s even better is it’s attainable. I don’t remember a year that’s gone by where I haven’t stalked J. Crew’s site come May for swimwear. My denim cutoffs from a few seasons back are my favorite shorts I own. And don’t even get me started on their dresses – they really have a handle on the classic A-line silhouette that’s been so popular this year, but of course they would.
They just came out with some fresh styles for summer and naturally I’ve already done my research. All of my favorite new J. Crew pieces are just below.
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Bungalow Maxi Popover Dress in Linen
This dress doubles as a beach coverup which is a win in my book!
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Smocked Squareneck Bikini Top
I love the tie straps and square neck of this bikini top. The color is also so nice.
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Metallic Chainlink Necklace
This piece was used numerous times in the spring lookbook and it elevated every look.
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Cadiz Hand-Knotted Rope Tote
This bag is easy enough to bring to the beach and chic enough to come to dinner after.
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Featherweight Cashmere Shrunken Cardigan Sweater
Something to drape over your shoulders on those cool summer nights.
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Made-In-Spain Cap Toe Espadrilles
I imagine spotting these on a stylish French woman on a cobble stone street somewhere.
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Tie-Back Mini Dress in Stripe
The tie-back allows you to define your own waist which basically makes this dress custom in my mind.
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Button-Up Midi Dress in Linen
Everyone needs a white dress for summer and this is the one you should get. Period.
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Como Woven Straw Tote
It wouldn’t be a summer round up without a straw beach tote, would it?