These days, elevation is everything. Special details and accents that boost pieces from just basic to truly effortless allow them to truly earn their place within your wardrobe. As summer nears, that’s on the brain as we add to our shopping carts—and keep an eye on the lookout for you, too.
Where summer style is concerned, subtle and not-so-subtle details can bring an otherwise simple piece a whole new identity. Cinq à Sept, French Connection, Banana Republic, and more brands have launched dresses, shirts, and smooth knitwear with accents ranging from patterned open knits to delicate embroidery. Meanwhile, on the accessories front, you can boot your footwear wardrobe with a burst of color a la Christian Louboutin—or bring it a dash of carefree glamour, as seen in Lele Sadoughi’s sculptural pearls, John Hardy’s sleek connecting cuffs, and more.
Below, discover 15 styles to keep an eye on to elevate any outfit this summer.
1. Cinq à Sept, Luna embroidered organza top, $325
(Courtesy of Cinq à Sept)
2. Shoshanna, Greta dress, $418
(Courtesy of Shoshanna)
3. French Connection, Aofie sleeveless shirt, $68
(Courtesy of French Connection)
4. Guess, Eco Sexy palazzo jeans, $128
(Courtesy of Guess)
7. PINKO, Mini Love bag, $440
(Courtesy of Pinko)
6. Banana Republic, cotton-blend open-stitch maxi dress, $250
(Courtesy of Banana Republic)
7. L’AGENCE, Toulouse cardigan, $475
(Courtesy of L’Agence)
8. Munthe, Carson silk skirt, 279 EUR ($302 USD)
(Courtesy of Munthe)
9. Peony, Holiday one-piece swimsuit, $245
(Courtesy of Peony)
10. John Hardy, Spear Flex cuff bracelet, $1,795
(Courtesy of John Hardy)
11. Christian Louboutin, Sporty Kate Sling pumps, $845
(Courtesy of Christian Louboutin)
12. 3.1 Phillip Lim, small ID shoulder bag, $695
(Courtesy of 3.1 Phillip Lim)
13. Iro Paris, Kettie V-neck crochet sweater, $395
(Courtesy of Iro Paris)
14. Lele Sadoughi, Jackie pearl drop earrings, $85
(Courtesy of Lele Sadoughi)
15. Kurt Geiger, Kensington Langley sandals, $145
(Courtesy of Kurt Geiger)
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