My Best Friends Keep Asking for Top Summer Trends—Key Sale Finds I'm Steering Them Toward

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By Jade Reason

Technically part of my job as a fashion editor is to shop, but to my friends, I'm their personal stylist. And yes, I love it. When I'm "off the clock," fashion and shopping are still top of mind for me, so providing style tips for those in my inner circle brings me pure delight. More often than not, I get that inevitable question from my best friends: "What are the latest summer trends?" Most of my friends want my advice but don't want to spend a fortune, so when it comes to staying stylish without breaking the bank, I’m steering them toward more affordable options.

We’re on a mission to get some summer shopping done without splurging excessively. We’re reaching for light layers in natural fabrications to keep us looking and feeling chic and cool all summer long. As I browsed through the racks, I pointed out some of my favorite trends, and it made me think of the idea to write this article.

On that note, I thought it could be fun to create a few outfit ideas for friends and you, dear readers, for any summer fashion inspiration you may need this season. Here are 3 outfits for those long, hot summer days.

I’ve rounded up an array of outfits using stylish items: from blazers, silk tops, maxi A-line skirts to mesh flats, jewelry, summer sandals and pajama bottoms selected from Mango, Cos, Reformation and Nordstrom (psss, Nordstrom Anniversary sale til August 4). I've included heavily discounted designer pieces to keep things fun with retailers Net-A-Porter, Saks Fifth Avenue, Shopbop, Bergdorf Goodman, Moda Operandi and more.

Below, you'll find three chic looks that work for different occasions to add to your cart during your next shopping trip if you're looking to stay on-trend whether you're looking for a chic casual ensemble or something a bit dressier. Keep scrolling for outfit inspiration to shop to purchase each piece.

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These 6 Beauty Products At The Top Of Our Summer Wish list

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As a beauty editor, I take my summer beauty prep seriously. I mean it, too—researching, testing, and curating beauty products is my passion-which means I love skincare, makeup, and hair care products.

In many ways, the season feels like a fresh start—like we're collectively assembling a supply of beauty products this summer—and I want my beauty routine to reflect that

One of my favorite summer products, this one never fails to make my face look incredible thanks to a combination of moisturizing oil and golden flecks of shimmer. I slather this stuff on for post-beach dinners, date nights, you name it. This summer, my goal is to buy less of them and reconfigure my routine to be more intentional and deliberate.

The only thing left to do is to refresh my at-home beauty collection with summer-appropriate products. I'm talking about things like shimmering body oil, bright lipstick, and natural-looking foundation. You know, my summer beauty staples. And if they happen to be high-end, luxury products, well, I'll gladly make the investment. Ahead, see every beauty product on my summer wish list.

Trust me, keep scrolling down. We're sharing all our picks in every category, from skincare to makeup, hair care, fragrance and beyond, these beauty products will build my summertime routine.

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