My mom and I enjoy shopping and browsing new arrivals together. It’s one of our things. We share similar aesthetics and gravitate toward many of the same types of items, making shopping together even more enjoyable. But it’s the more classic fashion pieces that pique our interest the most. Clothing, shoes, and accessories that are modern, but feel timeless at the same time are most appealing for longevity and versatility. And yes, the summer 2024 offering is filled with fresh trends that feel current and relevant, but classic at the same time.
I went through a list of summer trends with my mom and am highlighting the looks we both agreed on below. You’ll notice everything from the petty summer shoe trend I’m recommending to everyone this season to a sleek tailoring silhouette that will bring polish to any wardrobe. Keep scrolling to check out the classic fashion trends we love, along with visual and shopping inspiration.
Linen Trousers
Linen pieces are a perennial trend, but linen trousers, in particular, are everywhere this season as a comfortable, cool, and chic alt to heavier-weight trousers. My mom wants a pair of white linen pants to wear with everything from tees to button-down shirts.
Caslon
Drawstring Straight Leg Linen Pants
H&M
Linen-Blend Pull-On Pants
J.Crew
Wide-Leg Essential Pant in Linen
Open Edit
Wide Leg Linen Blend Pants
Reformation
Olina Linen Pants
Madewell
The Harlow Wide-Leg Pants
Nordstrom
Pleated Wide Leg Pants
Flat Mary-Janes
My mom can’t wait to wear a pair of flat Mary-Janes (she’s also into the trendier mesh versions this season). As she said, “they’re so chic, but feel absolutely timeless.”
Sam Edelman
Miranda Mary Jane Flats
Dolce Vita
Reyes Mary Janes
LE MONDE BERYL
Grosgrain-Trimmed Raffia Mary Jane Ballet Flats
Vagabond Shoemakers
Wioletta Mesh Mary Jane Flats
Madewell
The Beverley Mary Jane Flats
Marc Fisher LTD
Espina Mary Jane Flats
Poplin Shirting
Poplin is another trend that’s basically always around, but the biggest designers showcased white poplin in fresh ways on the spring and summer runways. My mom and I are both into poplin shirts.
H&M
Oversized Poplin Shirt
COS
Boxy Short-Sleeved Poplin Shirt
Nordstrom
Classic Poplin Shirt
French Connection
Popover Poplin Shirt
Babaton
Achiever Poplin Shirt
AllSaints
Marcie Val Cotton Button-Up Shirt
Nordstrom
Poplin Two-Pocket Button-Up Shirt
Almina Concept
Oversized Shirt
JIL SANDER
Oversized Cotton-Poplin Shirt
Long Shorts
A pair of longer shorts in a more tailored cut feels current but classic. This ensemble with shorts and retro polo is great inspiration.
Topshop
Linen Blend Bermuda Shorts
J.Crew
Long Tropez Short in Linen
LOEWE
Layered Wrap-Effect Cotton-Twill Shorts
AGOLDE
Ellis Denim Trouser Shorts
Vince
Washed Cotton Short
NYDJ
Relaxed Linen Blend Shorts
