We’re past the Fourth of July mark which means that summer is in full swing—and it won’t be over anytime soon. There are still many weeks of hot weather left, and it will only get hotter from here. When the heat index is hovering around 100 degrees (basically every day lately in the South where I live), pretty much the only things I can stand wearing are dresses, sandals, and shorts. Luckily, there’s an abundance of these three things on the internet right now.
Prompted by the current heat waves sweeping the country, I put together a handy list of my favorite items in each of these three categories of staples. I don’t know about you, but I’ve already worn all of my favorite summer items multiple times and it isn’t even mid-July yet, so I’m eager to add a few new pieces to my warm-weather wardrobe. Keep scrolling to join me in shopping my thirty favorite dresses, sandals, and shorts on the internet right now. The next challenge will be to narrow it down to what I’m actually buying (because at this point, I want it all).
Dresses
Reformation
Keoni Linen Dress
It wouldn’t be summer without Reformation dresses.
ASTR the Label
Strapless Bubble Hem Dress
It’s time to get on board with bubble hems.
DÔEN
Sandia Ruffled Floral-Print Silk-Blend Twill Midi Dress
Never have I wanted a slip dress more.
Hill House Home
The Jacqueline Dress
It’s hard to think of many occasions this dress wouldn’t be perfect for (aside from someone else’s wedding).
I already own this and the material is so pretty in person.
Faithfull
Bea Layered Broderie Anglaise-Trimmed Cotton-Voile Maxi Dress
I added this to my cart immediately.
J.Crew
Macramé Midi Dress
There are so many cool ways to style this.
So simple yet so perfect.
Zara
Knit Mini Dress With Contrasting Bows
Sandals
Tory Burch
Pierced Mule Sandals
Get them before their sold out.
J.Crew
Callie Sandals in Faux Raffia
Why yes, these are the cute sandals pictured above.
Madewell
Taryn Knotted Slides
These will instantly elevate denim shorts.
Reformation
Jessie Thong Sandals
These are as elegant as flip-flops get.
Toteme
Square Toe Kitten Heel Satin Sandals
Adding these to my very long Toteme wish list.
Prada
Genuine Calf Hair Kitten Heel Ankle Strap Sandals
Jeffrey Campbell
Bow-Bow Slide Sandals
Staud
Rete Sandals in Black Netting
Trust me—these won’t be in stock for much longer.
Birkenstock
Arizona EVA Sandals
I’m obsessed with the new color my favorite summer Birkenstocks come in.
Bottega Veneta
Blink Twisted Intrecciato Leather Mules
These have all the makings of an It shoe.
Shorts
Reformation
Olina Knit Shorts
Comfy enough to lounge in, cute enough to wear outside.
Agolde
Ellis Trouser Shorts
Long shorts are everywhere right now.
Toteme
Embroidered Silk-Twill Shorts
In case you were wondering what the current “It” shorts are…
Madewell
Dolphin Hem Cotton Crinkle Shorts
Madewell is wisely getting in on the boxer shorts trend.
Adidas
Adicolor Satin Sprint Shorts
They call them running shorts, I call them cute outfit shorts.
RE/DONE
Mid Rise Boy Shorts
White denim shorts are the ultimate summer staple.
Reformation
Billy Linen Shorts
Once I own these, I know I’ll wear them constantly.
Frame
The Vintage Stripe Denim Shorts
For wearing with all of your tees and tanks.
Posse
Ducky Shorts in Natural
Everyone will want to know where you got these.
J.Crew
Smocked Beach Short
J.Crew-branded beach shorts are something I didn’t know I needed.