Our Affordable Summer Must-Haves From 8 It Girls

Looking for festive yet affordable summer clothes? Welcome to the club. So where do you start? What's worth buying for the summer months when you spend a majority of your day in the office where a crop top and a denim miniskirt aren't welcome? For questions like these, we love turning to the fashion It girls who somehow always find the most amazing affordable clothing.

To help narrow down the infinite list of summer items you think you need, we chose seven pieces that passed the must-have test. Instead of basic shorts and slide sandals, fashion girls are thinking more outside the box this season, meaning you're about to shop zebra mules, linen midi dresses, and more. Yes, you can do it, and no, you won't look crazy.

Go on to discover the affordable summer clothes It girls are convincing us to buy this year.

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Wrap Tops
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1. Wrap tops have become this season's most coveted trend, being worn by It girls left and right. We love this bright and cheery version that is both cute and affordable.

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Plaid Pants
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2. Plaid pants are a year-round favorite, so, therefore, owning multiple pairs is a must. Grab them in a fun color for summertime and use to pair with a vintage-inspired tee.

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Funky Sunglasses
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3. Nothing screams summertime fun like a pair of funky and bright colored sunglasses. Don't be afraid to be bold or bright—the more extra the better.

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White Blouses
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4. There is no shame in owning an abundance of white blouses, especially when they are as dreamy as this one. Opt for a pair of your favorite Levi's to complete this 'fit and you'll be on your way.

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Crop Tops
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5. Oh, how we love crop tops. With only three short months to fully embrace this style, feel free to go crazy. Like, hot-pink sweater–style crazy.

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Off-the-Shoulder Dresses
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6. An off-the-shoulder dress is the best way to showcase your new tan lines. Go for a button-detailed mini version to stay on-trend.

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Floral Minidresses
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7. Last but not least, we give you the must-have floral dress of the summer. Perfect for casual beach days or light lunches in the city, this dress gives off just the right amount of festive summer fun.

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White Jeans
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8. Swap your go-to denim for a fresh pair of white cropped flares. Everything from the color to the shape will have your everyday wardrobe feeling more summery in no time.

Lauren Eggertsen
Editorial Director

"Copy (200 words): Lauren Eggertsen is currently the editorial director of Who What Where and has worked at the company for nearly seven years, where she started as an associate editor and has since worked her way up. Lauren has over 10 years of experience in the fashion editorial space, starting her career with internships at Marc Jacobs, Marie Claire, and The Zoe Report, where she was later hired as their editorial assistant. Lauren has worked in the Los Angeles and New York Who What Wear offices but currently calls L.A. home. It is here where she leads and manages Who What Wear's fashion team and oversees all day-to-day editorial content and large tentpole moments. This includes all of the runway, trend, and shopping-driven content that ultimately helps to build a strong brand reputation within the industry. Lauren's role also includes helping to set the fashion direction for all original photo shoots and often styles many of the celebrity cover shoots, including big names like Sydney Sweeney, Lindsay Lohan, and Megan Fox. 


She has also attended multiple fashion weeks, including New York, London, and Milan, where her personal style has been featured on sites such as Elle.com, HarpersBazaar.com, and Vogue.co.uk. She prides herself on discovering and supporting small brands and on her knack for a good vintage shopping find. When she isn't working, she enjoys researching and dining at reputable restaurants around both her neighborhood and the globe.