These Are the Chicest Summer Basics From Banana Republic

Published 20 hours ago• 2 minute read

When it starts to get hot out and all I want are outfits that feel light and easy, there's something undeniably appealing about minimalist dressing. Usually, I find myself returning to the same basics over and over during the summer. It always feels the easiest to get dressed if I have a closet full of thoughtfully curated must-haves on rotation that I can just mix and match.

This past spring, Banana Republic had a bit of a moment for that exact reason. After Devon Lee Carlson posted a TikTok wearing one of its classic black sweaters, the brand suddenly had an unexpected surge of new fans shopping for its essentials you can wear on repeat. A few weeks before that, I had bought a little black mock-neck mini from BR, and it's quickly become one of my most-worn dresses. Since then, Banana Republic has been a reliable source for finding pared-back pieces that feel elegant and refreshingly untrendy.

I just scrolled through its website to see what's new for summer—here are the timeless summer staples I found.

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Lightweight Ponte Mini Dress

I've gotten so many compliments every time I've worn this dress. It's made of the softest ponte fabric, so it's really comfortable, too.

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Viscose-Linen Maxi Dress

White cotton dresses are always the best for summer.

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Viscose-Linen Cut-Out Maxi Dress

This open back is so good.

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Refined Scoop-Neck T-Shirt

An everyday white T-shirt.

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Lightweight Cashmere Crew-Neck Sweater

I don't care what time of year it is, I always prefer to have a cashmere sweater or cardigan on hand, especially when the AC is blasting on the train or in restaurants during summer.