Unless otherwise specified, all sizes in this post are listed in women's. 1. A versatile short-sleeve maxi dress for every event in your summer calendar.

Picnics! Brunches! Outdoor weddings! This beauty can do it all. Note: The woven belt is not included, but you can find a similar one here ! Promising review: "Love this dress! I've received several compliments about it. The material is lightweight, not see-through at all, and durable.

I have washed it several times now, and it still looks good. Color hasn't faded." — Amazon Customer Get it from Amazon for $45.

99+ (available in sizes XS–XXL and 28 colors). 2. A swing dress that will bring the heat (while keeping you cool) to any and all of your summer adventures.

In the words of Nick Jonas...

ReD DrEsS. Promising review: "It’s a nice, comfortable , lightweight dress. Perfect for an evening on a cruise or by the pool.

" — Chris Dickerson Get it from Amazon for $14.48+ (available in sizes X–4X and 27 colors). 3.

A pair of high-waisted quick-dry running shorts so lightweight that it'll feel like you're not wearing anything at all. Reviewers compare these to more expensive brands, and they also feature a handy underwear liner and a sizable side pocket — and we all know that pockets make everything better. Run in them, take them on vacation, or simply lounge around the house in them.

BuzzFeed's Emma Lord says: "I recently bought these shorts because I'm in love with the similar ones you can get at Old Navy, but they sel.