The 30 Best Summer Fashion and Beauty Items for 2025
Most Wanted is a weekly series in which one editor, staffer, or influencer shares their top 30 must-haves or current wish-list items.
We’re about a month out from the official start of summer, and truthfully, I’m kind of dreading it for certain reasons. I live in the South, and the sun, heat, and humidity get old pretty quickly. On the bright side, something I love about summer is shopping for it. I’m always happy to seize the opportunity to have a bit more fun with my wardrobe, and it’s also when some of my favorite types of beauty products are released. Think glowy cream blushes, bronzers, lip glosses, sunscreens, and air-dry hair products.
There’s no reason for my summer shopping list to live in a vacuum, so I’m sharing it with you so we can all shop together. With that, scroll on for all of the fashion and beauty finds I have my eye on for summer 2025.
Fashion
Vince
Barcelona Jelly Cage Mule in Red
Alert! Nordstrom is the only place that’s selling these in red.
Levi’s
501 ’90s Lightweight Jeans in Bold Underline
Reformation
Rowan Crew Tee in La Jolla Stripe
The fact that I would’ve worn this tee 30 years ago and today is amusing to me.
Sporty & Rich
LA Baseball Cap
I’ll always love a summery baseball cap.
DÔEN
Hayden Top in Black Marilyn Gingham
I wore the black version of this top constantly last summer, and I think the new gingham one will come equally in handy.
HIGH SPORT
Savannah Striped Cotton-Blend Shorts in Red
For wearing with the aforementioned jellies.
Faithfull the Brand
Sanne Floral Linen Minidress in Cecile Floral
I own this dress in a different floral print, and she’s beautiful.
STAUD x Birkenstock
Arizona Woven Embossed Sandals in Black
I guess we’re all about to own yet another pair of Birkenstocks.
Reformation
Hazel Pajama Set in Hummingbird Stripe
My mission this summer is to overhaul my pajama collection, starting with these.
J.Crew
Malta Handwoven Straw Tote
Is there anyone among us who doesn’t need this?
Posse
Rosalie Shorts in Rose Bud
Aside from the perfect price, I love the A-line shape of these shorts.
Oliver Peoples x Khaite
52mm Cat Eye Sunglasses
I’m reintroducing wire-frame sunglasses into my life, starting with these.
Alo
Micro Plisse Game on Bra in Pink Quartz
I couldn’t imagine a prettier sports bra than this.
H&M
Linen-Blend Drawstring Shorts in Navy Blue/Striped
Run and buy these before everyone else does.
Summer is the season for fun jewelry.
Beauty
SOFIE PAVITT FACE
Nice Ice Frozen Toner Pads
I couldn’t think of anything more glorious for summer than cryotoning pods.
Westman Atelier
Baby Cheeks + Face Trace Sculpting Powder Duo in Tulle & Truffle
These may look a bit shocking in the pan, but trust me—the combo looks beautiful on so many skin tones.
Habelo
Activating Hand Serum
My hands were a mess post-winter, but this life-changing serum resurrected them. I’ll be ordering a new jar from Violet Grey as soon as it runs out.
Glossier
Glossier You Fleur Eau de Parfum
I ordered the mini size of this initially, but I’m so obsessed with it that the full size will be in my next Sephora order.
ISDIN
Fusion Water Magic SPF 40 Sunscreen With Hyaluronic Acid and Vitamin E
Everyone’s talking about this new sunscreen—including me. It spreads beautifully.
Vintner’s Daughter
Active Botanical Serum
I was using this a few years ago and was recently reminded of how wildly effective it is. There’s truly nothing else like it.
Colorescience
Peptide Lip Shine SPF 30 in Savanna
I hate most SPF lip products, but this one is excellent.
MBR
Enzyme Cleansing Booster
Yes, it’s an investment, but the buzz about this gentle exfoliating product (and this brand, in general) is impossible to ignore.
HAUS LABS
Color Fuse Longwear Hydrating Glassy Lip + Cheek Blush Balm Stick in Glassy Cayenne
This new shade of Haus Labs’ viral blush stick is the perfect way to fake a rosy glow from a tan.
Dr. Diamond’s Metacine
Instafacial Plasma Bioactive Growth Factor Serum
I’m skipping the PRP treatments and ordering this raved-about serum.
Here’s another product I tried in the smaller size and immediately wanted in the full size. It’s transformed my hair.
VIOLETTE_FR
Bisou Jelly Sheer Shine Hydrating Lipstick in Bonbon à la Rose
I love this brand’s lip stains, and I’m sure I’ll love these jelly lipsticks too.
Sephora Favorites
Sun Safety Kit
For all of your summer travel needs.
Moroccanoil
Mini High Shine Gloss Mask
Intrigued and buying immediately.
Josie Maran
Mini Golden Hour Whipped Argan Oil Refillable Firming Body Butter
I honestly hate most body moisturizers, but I’m ready to see what all the fuss is about.
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