I hate to admit it, but two things about my mom are undeniably true. First, she has an uncanny ability to spot what will be considered “cool” in fashion long before it hits the mainstream. Second, she’s almost always right. Fashion has always come naturally to her, and after more than five years in the industry—working in retail and later as an e-commerce stylist—she has a deep understanding of what people want to wear and how they want to wear it.
I don’t usually turn to her for shopping recommendations, but plenty of her friends do. They regularly ask for her opinion before buying something for themselves or their kids. So, with the start of a new month, I decided it’d be fun to ask what she thinks chic dressers will be eyeing or buying in July and share it with Who What Wear readers.
In less than a day, she pulled together a beautifully crafted edit featuring everything from the new Dragon Diffusion bag, which would look stylish with a flowy dress and flip-flops in the Hamptons, to beaded flip-flops that are sure to be spotted on vacationers in Ibiza this summer.
Keep scrolling to discover her over 50 incredibly elegant fashion finds for summer.
ZARA
Zw Collection Flowy Shirt
Whether you’re 30 or 60, this pretty blouse can be styled with trousers, jeans, or shorts.
Forget micro-shorts—long styles are dominating this summer.
J.Crew
Audrey Slim Thong Sandals in Leather
A fail-proof addition to any summer outfit.
Los Angeles Apparel
Baby Rib 3/4 Sleeve Boatneck Top
Size down for the best fit.
Gap
Poplin Easy Double-Knee Barrel Pants
These look identical to the celeb-favorite Leset Kyoto pants.
ANCIENT GREEK SANDALS
Saionara Bead-Embellished Leather Flip Flops
Beaded sandals have quickly replaced jelly sandalsas the chicest shoes to own this summer.
SKIMS
Swiss Cotton Cargo Shorts
My mom and I have been noticing that fashion people in NYC and L.A. are suddenly wearing ’00s-inspired cargo shorts again.
Margaux
The Deia – Natural Python Embossed
These also come in a gorgeous woven design.
COS
Appliquéd Paneled Midi Dress
Style with a straw clutch and kitten heels for an alfresco dinner.
Tkees
Square Toe Julia Suede Sandals
The slim flip-flops we all know and love now come with a kitten heel.
DL1961
Faye Cotton Gauze Tie Shirt
Throw this over a bikini.
Open Edit
Linen Blend Wide Leg Pants
Grabbing these in white and brown.
DRAGON DIFFUSION
Castello Woven Leather Tote
Massimo Dutti
Flowing Midi Dress With Contrast Trim Detail
My mom knows a good dress when she sees one.
SHASHI
Dallas Necklace – Turquoise
Turquoise is having a moment right now. Keep scrolling to see a pretty lace-trim blouse in the same shade.
Bottega Veneta
Andiamo Intrecciato Leather Clutch
Bottega Veneta’s long Andiamo clutch with the top-handle is chic, but my mom thinks this new style is cooler.
Quince
Cotton Modal Relaxed Long Sleeve Tee in White
Reformation
Sandy Satin Short
My mom sent me these since she knew I would love them, and she was right. The fabric, the color, and the relaxed design are perfection.
Kallmeyer
Brunch Bag in Suede
This mini tote also comes in red, brown, and black.
Petite Plume
Clara Nightgown – White
If you’re heading to Nantucket, the Hamptons, or Sardinia this summer and you don’t own a sleep dress, this is your sign.
Madewell
Medium Bandana in Cotton
Instead of a baseball cap or a straw hat, tie this around your head.
If you’re already tired of flip-flops, opt for strappy slip-on sandals like these.
MANGO
Fitted Top With Lace Detail
This simple tank will go with anything in your closet.
COS
Cotton-Linen Balloon Midi Skirt
No one will believe you when you tell them you got this skirt from COS.
MANGO
Natural Fibre Maxi Bag
The Row’s Barn Tote has been on my mom’s wish list for months now, but she’s deciding to save some money and opt for this designer-passing style that’s a tenth of the price.
LIONESS
Wildlands One Shoulder Top
My mom would style these pants with ballet flats and a open-knit sweater while I’d wear them with a slightly cropped, fitted tee and kitten-heel flip-flops.
Massimo Dutti
Soft Leather Wedge Heel Sandals
My mom and I love Massimo Dutti’s footwear selection because all the styles feel unique yet are very wearable.
Brooke Callahan
Tie Capri
Solve your “I have nothing to wear” struggle with these highly versatile pants.
Savette
The Macrame Pouch
Dress this up with a cocktail dress or down with Bermuda shorts and a tee.
Third Form
Exclusive Affinity Lace Camisole Top
Count on it—this pretty summer top will earn you a lot of compliments.
Gap
Low Rise ’90s Loose Jeans
I just tried Hailey Bieber’s favorite jeans, and they’re worth the hype.
Reformation
Sherlyn Wedge Thong
Add a pop of color to your elegant summer outfits with these on-trend royal-purple wedges.
Kallmeyer
Marguerite Blouse in Vintage Cotton Poplin
AFLALO
Sanler Short in Silk
My mom knows the chicest dressers are obsessed with Aflalo right now. How fun are these shorts-meet-pants?
Not only are these jeans trend-forward, but they are also super comfortable.
Madewell
Lg Oval Plaque Belt
This will make any denim outfit like 10 times more expensive.
MANGO
Semi-Sheer Paneled Overlay Dress –
I want to style this with a black bikini and wear it during my trip to Ibiza this summer.
BOTTEGA VENETA
Fantasmina Leather Ballet Flats
The lug-like sole ensures these are comfortable for hours spent on foot.
Reformation
Lara Silk Dress
The It wedding guest dress of summer 2026.
Add some personality to your summer dresses with this clutch.
ASOS DESIGN
Crystal Crinkle Square Neck Cami Swimsuit
This one-piece looks identical to the Hunza G ones.
Bec&Bridge
Alyna Contrast Skirt
Layered skirts are having a moment. I will be buying this one for my Spain trip this summer.
Loeffler Randall
Mika Sport Sandals
Loeffler Randall’s summer collection is underrated.
My mom suggests taking this dress from summer to fall but layering it over black or white loose trousers.
Reformation
Inez Flat Mule
My mom sent these to me right when they dropped because she knows how much I love the heeled version.
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