As summer kicks off, we're getting a preview of the highly specific items that are set to be big for summer 2026 and how the style set is working them into their wardrobes. Whether in the city or on far-flung holidays, the best dressed people in fashion are showcasing the directional items that are trend-forward enough to make their way into their closets.
Pieces such as button-embellished swimsuits and shoes, pared-back satin micro bags, and athletic track shorts are already key players among the top buys for summer 2026. This year has been marked by personality dressing, more color, and unexpected styling, and we're seeing plenty of evidence of that during the early days of summer. Ahead, see the top pieces cool It girls are wearing right now.
Button Embellishments
Reformation
Shoshana Flat Sandal
Chan Luu
Techno Taffeta Barrel Pants
Reformation
Olina Cropped Pant
Reformation
Olina Cropped Pant
Satin Bags
Prada
Minuit Satin Handbag Black
The Row
Cecily Top Handle Bag
VALESQUE
Spaghetti Leather-Trimmed Nylon-Satin Tote
Track Shorts
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adidas
Side Stripe Satin Shorts
Reformation
Scottie Short
SUZIE KONDI
Atlas Cotton and Linen-Blend Twill Shorts
Jeweled Sandals
ANCIENT GREEK SANDALS
Saionara Bead-Embellished Leather Flip Flops
JIMMY CHOO
Lova Embellished Suede Sandals