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Your Summer Wardrobe Is Missing This Must-Have Accessory

by Laura Lajiness Kaupke

You may be up to speed on summer’s top clothing trends, but accessories are an integral piece of the style puzzle you can’t ignore. Truly, what’s more fun than a color-infused tote, a darling basket bag or bedecked sandals? They’re made for the heat. (Minimalists don’t despair, a plethora of streamlined styles are also on the docket this season—simple block heels, a stark white bag, effortless slip-ons.) Whichever you’re in the mood for, we’ve laid out the top 10 accessory trends worth trying right now. Here, your shopping list made easy.

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Must-Have Summer Accessories

From Jane Birkin–inspired styles to newfangled shapes, raffia, wicker and straw are hot hot hot.

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Feet and fun should go together more often, and summer's trendiest slides are adorned with everything from pom-poms to beads to fringe.

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They continue their streak with warm-weather versions in all shades of the rainbow.

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From micro-buckets to wristlets, minis are summer's answer to the evening bag.

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Bold shapes (and colors) make a statement—the perfect accompaniment to the simplicity of summer dressing.

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Yes, really. They're back and so modern. We love them with everything from breezy dresses to work attire.

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An unexpected resurgence—sleek, barely there details accent everything from stilettos to slides. We're into it.

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Refreshingly chic in place of your go-to neutrals.

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Opulent but effortless, this boudoir-inspired style is our pick for a sexy summer night.

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A massive color infusion has infiltrated the season, and a boldly striped bag is a sophisticated way to wear the trend.

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