I’m not afraid to admit that I dread when the outside temperature regularly creeps up to 80 degrees. It means that getting dressed in the morning is inevitably going to be more complicated. (Balancing looking cute and feeling comfortable is not as easy as it sounds!) Luckily, Madewell stocked its new arrivals section with summer-ready pieces that are easy to throw on and enjoyable to wear.
The key to warm-weather-approved clothing is the material. Linen and cotton are going to be your best friends for ensuring that your shirts, shorts and dresses are breathable and won’t trap heat against your skin. Although this list could’ve been a mile long, here are my 19 favorite Madewell pieces that I’m adding to my cart immediately.
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1. Our Favorite: Bring the barrel jean trend into summer with these 100% linen barrel pants that are easy, breezy and lightweight.
2. Short and Sweet: When you don’t know what to wear, throw on an elevated short-sleeve dress that looks put together all on its own.
3. Fluttery Sleeves: Whether you pair it with denim shorts or a long skirt, this lace-trim top is loose yet chic so you’ll be comfortable even on an unbearably hot day.
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4. Chic Skirt: Made of 100% cotton, this boho-inspired midi skirt has a smocked waist so you can move (and breathe!).
5. Handy Handbag: Upgrade your bag for the summer without breaking the bank with this top-handle purse that combines textures for an interesting look and a roomy interior — now 25% off!
6. Reliable Denim: With a 4.5-inch inseam, these high-rise jean shorts are on the longer side, but they’re available in a shorter inseam, too, so you get exactly what you want.
7. A Better Tank: Upgrade your basic tank top for a more stylish one, like this embroidered scalloped tank, that runs a bit large for a flowy fit.
8. Freeing Florals: Throw on a pair of sandals and this floral sundress will take you to Saturday brunch and beyond (jean jacket optional).
9. Button-up Beauty: Love a button-up but don’t want to wear one in the summer? Try this short-sleeve version that’s longer in the back for your choice of tucking or not.
10. Radiant Raffia: You can protect your face from the sun in a fashionable way with this straw hat that has an elegant scarf that you can let hang down or tie around your chin.
11. Tasteful Tee: A T-shirt will never go to waste during the summer, and this boxy, cropped tee is made of 100% jersey cotton for a breezy feel.
12. Keeping it Shady: Available in four shades (pun intended), these oversized sunglasses have a classic shape yet a chunky design to flatter a range of face shapes.
13. Darling Denim: You can bring the denim trend into summer without having to wear jeans, thanks to this midi skirt that features a smocked waist that hugs curves without being too tight.
14. Minimal Maxi: Prepare to wear this 100% linen maxi dress every day, because this flattering scoop-neck frock can be styled in an endless amount of ways.
15. Everyday Elegance: Pants can be made of 100% linen but still have a more structured look, like this wide-leg pant style that comes in five colors and three inseams.
16. Must-Have Top: This casual top is part cotton, part linen, so you know it’s ideal for the summer heat. It has a bubble-like fit, so it won’t stick to your skin.
17. Sale Alert: With a drawstring design and an elastic back, these pull-on shorts beat wearing stiff denim pairs every. single. time — now 37% off!
18. Long-Sleeve Linen: From a beach cover-up to a side-tuck in a pair of shorts, you’ll be surprised how much you reach for this oversized linen button-shirt.
19. Convenient Jumpsuit: This linen jumpsuit has a fitted bodice, but the wide-leg pants balance it out. The thick straps mean you can wear your everyday bra (no strapless needed!).
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