Most Wanted is a weekly series in which one editor, staffer, or influencer shares their top 30 must-haves or current wish-list items.
Hot take: Great style requires styling. Let me explain. Lately, it seems that you can’t scroll through social media without some form of discourse around the disappearance of personal style because of a myriad of factors, including the popularization of minimal fashion aesthetics and the ever-evolving landscape of trends. I’d argue that personal style isn’t dead, but rather, the power of styling has been underplayed. After all, anyone can secure the hottest luxury item of the season or buy a few foundational staples. Actually wearing them (rather than the other way around), however, is a different story.
Making anything feel unique to oneself requires two things—creativity and an extensive curation of accessories. If you’re short on the latter, you’re in luck. As an avid collector, I know a thing or two about accessories. In the vein of helping you up your style game, I’ve spent hours combing through our favorite retailers in search of the best shoes, bags, jewelry, and so much more for summer. Ahead, you’ll find 33 editor-approved accessories to make your summer wardrobe feel shiny and new again. Whether you’re a minimalist or maximalist, these items will prove the point that style is alive and well.
Heaven Mayhem
Prize Earrings
“Rich auntie” vibes, attained.
Brandon Blackwood
Jasmine Bag
Elisa Johnson
Lyric Leigh Sunglasses
The right pair of shades will have you seeing your entire wardrobe different.
Steve Madden
Meme Sandals
LELET NY
Glossy Double Arch Pony Cuff
I’ll be accessorizing from head to toe.
Ben-Amun
Small Wave 24k White-Gold Cuff
If you were to search for the visual definition of “wearable art,” you’d find this cuff.
ALAÏA
Teckel Small Leather Shoulder Bag
Madewell
Triple Metal Keeper Belt in Leather
I’ll let you in on a little styling secret. Belts make everything 10 times more sophisticated.
Tory Burch
Pierced Slingback
These are at the top of my wish list right now.
Prada
Runway 49mm Rectangular Sunglasses
Although I own these in black, I’m seriously considering getting them in brown too.
Freja
Mini Chrystie in Espresso
That’s that me, espresso.
These chocolate-brown slingbacks have me salivating.
Dragon Diffusion
Big Santa Croce Leather Tote Bag
ZARA
3 Pack of Resin Bracelets
A New Day
Mel Sheer Mesh Ballet Flats With Memory Foam Insole
Don’t be fooled. These mesh flats look way more expensive than their price tag.
I might not be able to take off to the tropics, but this hat will do the trick.
Free People
Marson Belly Chain
Belly chains can make even the oldest bikini feel brand-new.
Staud
Large Raffia Moon Bag Natural Raffia
The way this bag just told me to book a flight.
Reformation
Cassandra Flat Sandal
Hardware sandals are having a moment.
JENNY BIRD
Dylan Ear Cover
Otra
Sonnenbrille Gina Sunglasses
LOEWE x Paula’s Ibiza
Anagram Medium Appliquéd Leather-Trimmed Perforated Raffia Tote
No summer wardrobe is complete without an oversize raffia tote bag.
Nothing embodies summer quite like shell jewelry, IMHO.
LE MONDE BERYL
Regency Grosgrain-Trimmed Satin Ballet Flats
These green satin flats are too gorgeous to handle.
THE ATTICO
Thea Narrow Sunglasses
Honestly, I love that these shades are so thin. They’re purely for the aesthetics.
Coachtopia
Ergo Bag in Coachtopia Leather
I’m a Barbie girl in a Barbie world.
DÉHANCHE
Embellished Leather Belt
This belt is so Bratz coded.
Jacquemus
Les Doubles Stacked Zebra-Print Calf Hair Mules
I’ll be dreaming of these mules indefinitely.
I may have audibly gasped.
Puppets and Puppets
Spoon Bag
Oh, this bag ate. Not a crumb left in sight.
Poppy Lissiman
Egg Keychain
Spice up your black bag with a few bag charms.
Maison Margiela
Tabi Ankle Strap Pump
Secure the Tabis at all costs.