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Summer is just around the corner, meaning it’s time to start dusting off your best swimsuits and sandals! Sure, transitioning from spring to summer isn’t the most difficult challenge, but the switch-up requires added thought. It’s time for a reset. You want to enter the season of fun park and beach days with a brand new fashion mood—and new pieces to match. Who better to look to than the likes of Rihanna, Gigi Hadid, and Jennifer Lawrence for dressing inspiration?
Whether it’s a great summer dress (tube tops are back!) or an investment bag (it’s all about quiet luxury), these celebrities have been rocking items that are bound to take off the season. Consider these trends the perfect ones to pin to your summer mood board. Just remember to infuse them all with your own personality. Summer is about a lot of things, but having fun is the most important.
Below, the 8 summer trends to know, according to the celebrities.
Tube tops—and dresses!
Like it or not, the ’90s are coming back in a big way—via tube tops and strapless dresses. The silhouette has been worn by stars such as Hailey Bieber, Emily Ratajkowski, and Laura Harrier, all of whom have leaned into a clean, minimal aesthetic. It feels surprisingly modern when paired with a sharp shoe and current It bag.
Graphic tees
Y2K style has been all of the rage this year, and bold graphic tees are the latest piece having a moment this summer. Kim Kardashian, Rihanna, and Cardi B have all been recently spotted in T-shirts that make a statement. (We love Cardi’s Mowalola tee.) It’s an easy summer staple: Pair it with a jeans or midi skirt, and you’ve suddenly got yourself a statement look.
Bright bikinis
Summer, in our minds, is about one thing: the beach. Swimwear is a seasonal must. And according to Megan Thee Stallion, Kendall Jenner, and Kylie Jenner, it’s all about the extremely-bright bikini. Think: Traffic-stopping pinks and greens. Pair it with a raffia beach tote and easy slip-on-and-go slide sandals, and you’re ready for a dip in the ocean.
Hooded gowns
For all your parties, consider the hooded gown. Anne Hathaway, Jenna Ortega, and Winnie Harlow have all sported a slinky gown with an attached hood. It nods to the ’80s silhouette that designers Yves Saint Laurent and Azzedine Alaïa first made famous—and in 2023, it still feels super sexy and modern.
Maxi hemlines
You might think a hot summer day is worthy of a mini skirt, but stars such as Katie Holmes, Jennifer Lopez, and Taylor Swift are embracing swishy, floor-length hemlines instead. We’ve seen a variety of approaches, be it J.Lo’s denim maxi shirt dress, or Holmes’s flowy Khaite skirt. Uniting them all, however, is a bohemian and free-spirit aesthetic.
Adidas Sambas
Every summer, a breakout sneaker emerges amongst the It girls—and this year, it’s all about the Adidas Sambas. The sporty, yet sleek, low-tops feature those iconic three stripes on the side. Kaia Gerber, Gigi Hadid, and Sienna Miller have all kicked them on. They’re the perfect runners for jetting around town in—and, you can even dress them up for night, too.
Stealthy-chic bags
The hottest bags of summer aren’t monogrammed or riddled with logos—in fact, you’ll barely notice them at all. Stars such as Traces Ellis Ross, Jennifer Lawrence, and Elsa Hosk have embraced luxe, yet nondescript bags that give any outfit instant polish. These are great investment pieces beyond just the summer—they’ll last you forever.
Slinky knits
For those cooler summer knights, you’ll want to cover up and keep cozy—but you can do it in style. Stars such as Dua Lipa, Rosalia, and Lori Harvey have looked to slinky knit dresses or two-pieces that provide warmth and flex a look. Who doesn’t love an outfit that works double-duty?
