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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Tropez Short
The ultimate summer short.
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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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Smocked String Bikini Bottom
The matching bottoms are a must.
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Amelia Maxi Skirt
Bringing all my pastoral summer fantasies to life.
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Soleil Pant
If you could look “vacation pants” up in the dictionary, this photo would be there.
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Cashmere Cropped Sweater-Polo
This kelly green color, though?!
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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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Button-Front A-Line Dress
Who needs an Italian vacation when you have this dress?
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Pointelle Tank Top
The sweetest little tank top.
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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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Denim Skort
I love me a ’90s-style wrap skirt.
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Sailor Squareneck Top
I may not know how to sail, but this top is making me want to learn.
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Callie Sandals
These sandals are half off!
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Featherweight Cashmere Shrunken Cardigan Sweater
Something to drape over your shoulders on those cool summer nights.
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Crochet Open-Back Midi Dress
I’m thinking dinner in Belize…what about you?
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Cinched-Waist Top
I love the classic ’70s silhouette of this top,
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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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Remi Short
If you’re in need of a dressier pair of shorts, these are my pick.
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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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Barn Jacket™ in Crinkle Nylon
The color and fit of this jacket are too good to pass up.
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574 Unisex Sneakers
In case you were wondering, 574’s are still cute.
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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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Pull-On Drapey Puddle Jean
I didn’t know I needed drawstring jeans until now.
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Bucket Hat With Ties
The chicest women I know wear wide brimmed bucket hats like this.
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Como Woven Straw Tote
It wouldn’t be a summer round up without a straw beach tote, would it?
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Door Knocker Drop Earrings
Statement earrings for $20 are always a yes.
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Pleated Pull-On Pant in Linen-Cupro Blend
Watch these become the most worn pant you own.
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Cutout One-Piece Swimsuit
While I love cutouts – just make sure you’re wearing your sunscreen!
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Midlength Denim Short
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