Most Wanted is a weekly series in which one editor, staffer, or influencer shares their top 30 must-haves or current wish-list items.
Every summer, without fail, I make the same promise to myself: This time, I’m packing light. And every summer, I end up dragging an overstuffed carry-on through cobblestone streets, half-regretting the six pairs of shoes I swore I'd “definitely need.” If you know, you know.
After closing out my summer with three major trips, though, I decided to challenge myself, only focusing on packing classic summer staples like linen pants and white tank tops, and instead having fun with a few more accessories and easy-to-pack statement pieces that'll pack a punch and leave me looking good in three wildly different style cities: Madrid, Montauk, and Copenhagen. While each of them has their own sartorial DNA, they all share a slight whimsical, playful feel I'm keeping in mind while shopping for them.
Whether you're heading to a coastal Airbnb or just mentally vacationing via your summer wardrobe, these 30 finds are equal parts stylish and functional. Trust me—you’ll want to bookmark this list.
I saw a friend post about these two-tone flip-flops and, as a die-hard Havaianas fan, I knew I had to get these for Copenhagen Fashion Week.
There's something so effortlessly chic about a cropped white pant in the summer.
These Creamsicle-colored lace-trim shorts have been dominating my feed lately, and I'm itching to take them for a spin during my summer travels.
Easy, effortless, and so good with jeans.
These are just slightly shorter than culottes, but even then, I'm still obsessed with some longline shorts.
I've always been a fan of Margaux ballet flats (I have five pairs!), but after seeing this cute early 2000s–esque denim pair, I might just add a sixth pair to my collection.
This buttery yellow is right up my alley for Euro summer.
Of course, summer's most viral necklace is at the very top of my wish list.
It's always a treat when Reformation makes a cute, summery dress in extended sizing.
Can I wear this nightgown on the beach in Montauk? Asking for a friend.
Lié Studio is one of my favorite Danish brands, so best believe I'm stocking up on everything this chic jewelry label has to offer before heading out to Copenhagen.
Not your mother's diamond huggies!
Another tassel necklace to add to my ever-growing collection.
Simply add this bag charm to any raffia tote this summer to spice it up.
These flip-flops look suspiciously like another pair I've been coveting (at a fraction of the price, of course!)
My jaw is on the floor.
Carrie coded!
After seeing Who What Wear's editor in chief, Kat Collings, post about this swing mini dress, I have to say I'm converted.
Another sporty Helsa find I simply can't stop dreaming about wearing during long stretches at the airport this summer. Who says flying economy has to be unstylish?
As an avid Toteme-scarf wearer, I'm thinking about picking up this black version to tie around my waist with linen pants.
This set just screams rich.
It comes in this gorgeous oyster color, too!
This reminds me of the cool grocery totes European women carry with them everywhere while running errands. Sure, it's wildly expensive, but I'm kind of obsessed with it.
Haven't you heard? Polka dots are so back.
You can wear the top with a black miniskirt, not just with the matching maxi!
Wait—this blue color is so dreamy.
I can't describe why I love this incredibly chic gathered linen bra top so much, but trust me when I say I've been thinking about it since seeing it on J.Crew's website nearly a month ago. Into the cart it goes!
I'm a fashion editor, of course I need the Tory Burch paillettes aesthetic in my closet stat.
Pretty!
I'll leave you with this stunning find.
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