Track Pants, Tanks, and Lace-Trim Accents: 30 Fresh Summer Essentials I Discovered Today
Shop in Shop is a monthly column focused on highlighting the newest arrivals, seasonal trends, and styles from our favorite brands and retailers. As summer approaches each year, I pull out my white basics from the previous season and can't help but sigh at their condition. They often appear faded, marked with sweat stains, and stretched beyond recognition. In other words, they've been well-loved and well-used. Aside from acquiring an accessory or two, most of my summer shopping revolves around refreshing my essentials. Given the intense heat and humidity of NYC, I find myself gravitating towards a simple outfit formula of a tank top paired with cotton pants, which I can wear repeatedly. Below, I've curated 30 basics from Quince, Banana Republic, Levi's®, adidas, and Vuori that I'm considering for my summer wardrobe. You can shop my selection of their latest arrivals here.
Starting this roundup with Quince is a perfect choice. If you're in search of high-quality basics—from a fresh white tee to airy shorts to a washable silk dress—the six items listed below are an excellent starting point. P.S.: There are even more fantastic options available on the site right now, all priced under $100.
Quince
- 100% Organic Cotton Crewneck
Quince
- Maya Rigid Darted Barrel Jeans
Quince
- 100% Washable Silk Lace Skirt
Quince
- 100% Washable Silk Slip Dress
Banana Republic stands out for its basics with a unique twist. Designers take simple black dresses and incorporate crochet and cotton elements, like the one featured below. I'm particularly fond of the 4" Tencel™-Linen Short with a foldover waistband ($100) and the Strapless Tencel™-Nylon Peplum Top ($90). Here's a glimpse of what the brand has to offer.
Banana Republic
- Viscose-Linen Scoop-Neck Mini Dress
Banana Republic
- Crochet & Cotton Poplin Mixed-Media Midi Dress
Banana Republic
- Strapless Tencel™-Nylon Peplum Top
Banana Republic
- 4" Tencel™-Linen Short
Banana Republic
- Cotton Poplin Drawstring Top
Banana Republic
- The Everyday Shirt
For those times when dresses aren’t your go-to this season, check out the latest finds from Levi's®. The collection features baggy dad jorts (a bit controversial) as well as cutoffs from the brand’s Curve line (a classic you'll want to keep). I also appreciate the utility styles and colored denim. Levi's® is adding fun twists to its traditional denim lineup.
Levi's®
- Baggy Dad Lightweight Jorts
Levi's®
- Low Loose Lightweight Jeans
Levi's®
- Icon Utility Skirt
Levi's®
- 501® Curve Shorts
Levi's®
- Ribcage Utility Short
A surprising summer staple gaining popularity on the streets of NYC is the adidas track pant. The sporty vibe is thriving, and the ideal match for these three-striped pants is, of course, an adidas shoe. I love the Tokyo and Gazelle styles for summer, but if you prefer something trendier, the Taekwondo Mei Shoes are a must-try.
adidas
- Tokyo W Song for the Mute Shoes
adidas
- Gazelle Lo Pro Shoes
adidas
- Taekwondo Mei Shoes
adidas
- Adidas Originals Summer Glow Wide Leg Pants
adidas
- Pacer Workout Woven High Rise Shorts
adidas
- Adidas Originals Summer Glow Denim Wide Leg Pants
If you find yourself spending a lot of time at the airport this summer and want to strike a balance between comfort and looking put together, Vuori is the perfect solution. The brand's summer collection is filled with comfortable cotton separates, signature supportive activewear, and matching sets that will make it seem like you have it all sorted out. Here are my neutral favorites below.
Vuori Clothing
- Halo Triangle Bra
Vuori Clothing
- Heavyweight Cotton Easy Short
Vuori Clothing
- Heavyweight Cotton Easy Pant
Vuori Clothing
- Skyline Bra
Vuori Clothing
- Skyline Bike Short 5"
Vuori Clothing
- Halo Easy Wide Leg Pant
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