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May 7, 2021

I Found All the Trendy Basics That Will Level Up Your Summer Closet

by Bobby Schuessler

I Found All the Trendy Basics That Will Level Up Your Summer Closet

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@amaka.hamelijnck; Styling: JoosTricot Shorts ($350) and Cardigan ($495)

If summer shopping is on your mind, you’re going to be quite interested in what’s coming your way. I decided to pull out a range of fresh items that have caught my eye recently that I think you’ll be into as well. Specifically, I dove into the new arrivals at two go-to shops for many. I’m talking about Nordstrom and Shopbop.

Each of these retailers currently has a smattering of new pieces across categories, but I found the offering of trendy basics to be especially noteworthy. The items in question are all versatile and could become wardrobe staples. They just have a little something extra to them compared to regular tried-and-true basics.

Below, you’ll uncover a curation of the items that could absolutely level up your closet thanks to their simple yet forward nature. Keep scrolling for elevated tees, of-the-moment shorts, and chic everyday denim silhouettes.

Alex Mill Kit Shirt in Paper Poplin

Kit Shirt in Paper Poplin

A chic update to the classic white shirt.

Levi's High Loose Bermuda Shorts

High Loose Bermuda Shorts

Loose Bermuda shorts for the win.

Cult Gaia Nan Knit Top

The cutout is just right.

Open Edit Zip Hem Knit Pants

Zip Hem Knit Pants

Sleek with the zip-hem pants.

BB Dakota Day in the Life Shorts

Day in the Life Shorts

Paperbag shorts are still trending hard.

Open Edit Boxy Crop T-Shirt

Boxy Crop T-Shirt

A flawless tee paired with anything from jeans to a skirt.

LNA Tri Strap Cami

Into the third strap here.

BP Polo Minidress

Now this is a great minidress.

Treasure & Bond Rib Tank

Treasure & Bond

That go-to ribbed tank.

Treasure & Bond Lightweight Shirt Jacket

Treasure & Bond

Lightweight Shirt Jacket

Shackets are still all the rage, and this lightweight style is nice.

Lioness Cougar Wrap Top

Cougar Wrap Top

A statement-making top that's actually versatile with shorts, trousers, and so on.

ASTR the Label Ruched Long Sleeve Top

Ruched Long Sleeve Top

The ruching takes this blouse to the next level.

Endless Rose Padded Shoulder T-Shirt

Padded Shoulder T-Shirt

An eye-catching padded-shoulder tee.

Ba&Sh South Top

Okay, one more A+ tank.

Halogen Cutout Detail T-Shirt

Cutout Detail T-Shirt

That neckline is incredibly modern.

Eloquii Cutout Top

Not your basic black blouse.

Agolde Blanca Elasticated Jacket

Blanca Elasticated Jacket

The boxy silhouette is particularly noteworthy.

Varley Vine Half Zip

A standout sweatshirt.

JoosTricot Solid Shorts

Loving the color here.

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