Sandals! Dresses! Shorts! These 30 Chic Early Summer Finds Are About to Become Your New Personality

If there were ever a moment to not procrastinate in prepping your summer closet, it would be now. The early summer 2026 offerings are too chic to miss out on, especially in the sandal, dress, and shorts departments. To get you started, I compiled a solid list of standouts that I am most excited about from popular retailers like Nordstrom, Zara, Revolve, and more. Over half of the selection is under $100, but you would never guess by their luxe-looking appearance.

One thing is for sure: Each piece instantly elevates any outfit. Included is a range of timeless to trendy pieces, like quintessential white summer dresses, popular flip-flop sandals, and It-girl lace-trim shorts, to name a few. Keep scrolling to browse and shop 30 chic finds that will have you stylishly set in time for summer. Don't hesitate to scoop up your top picks, because these are guaranteed to sell out.

Shop Chic Early Summer Finds for 2026

Nordstrom

Stretch Cotton Microrib Tank Dress

An effortless look worth re-creating.

So many styling possibilities.

Free People

Meet Me in the Middle Lace Trim Tap Shorts

Lace shorts are trending.

Wedge flip-flops are in the spotlight this season.

WAYF

Liv Ruched Stretch Cotton Poplin Midi Dress

I also want this dress in black.

DL1961

Taylor High Waist Relaxed Denim Shorts

Classic shorts I could live in.

Open Edit

Tori Kitten Heel Sandal

These are a Nordstrom best seller.

ZARA

ZW Collection Satin Effect Halter Dress

Great for an upcoming wedding or date night.

Schutz

Judith Slingback Sandal

I love strappy snakeskin sandals.

Another stunning wedding guest dress.

Open Edit

The Icon High Rise Bermuda Shorts

Polished shorts for an elevated look.

Madewell

The Iggy Thong Sandal

I love a good contrasted flip-flop.

Topshop

Gathered Fit & Flare Maxi Dress

Taking styling notes here.

J.Crew

End-on-End Cotton Boxer Short

More incredibly cool shorts.

Reformation

Serenity Bare Sandals

J.Crew

Reverie Dress in Cotton Poplin

This dress screams summer.

Reformation

Gale Silk Shorts

Fashion people love these silk shorts.

Tony Bianco

Amelia Sandal

I'd wear these with everything from jeans to dresses.

Lucy Paris

Kalley Sleeveless Cotton Maxi Dress

Levi's

501 Curve Ripped Cutoff Denim Shorts

These are giving '90s vibes.

ZARA

Pleated Lace Dress ZW Collection

A romantic, ethereal pick.

Madewell

Pull-On Boardshorts

These shorts can easily be dressed up or down.

Tony Bianco X Revolve

Krista Sandal

White-sandal season is upon us.

The buttercup yellow grabbed my attention.

Open Edit

Lace Trim Satin Shorts

These flat sandals are a no-brainer.

ZARA

Asymmetric Lace Dress

This great worn alone or layered over jeans.

Topshop

Linen Blend Bermuda Shorts

Elevated shorts for the win.