The Curator: Your ultimate capsule wardrobe for summer 2026 – National


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Clean Cut Cotton

It almost sounds too basic, but a few fresh white tees, both classic and detailed – are almost a mandatory refresh necessity. And, let’s face it. The need for new white tees exists because of one word: salsa. I appreciate the cap sleeves and the loose-but-flattering fit, here.

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A black Henley should not just be viewed as a base layer for après. Tuck this into faded denim or parachute pants on a summer evening (with those Santorini sandals!) – and keep it crisp by never letting it hit the dryer.

 

I like the elegant detailing on this stretch twill shirt. Choose a bottom that is un-fussy and let this be your hero piece.

 

Simons has such an excellent selection of both basic and elevated when it comes to the white tee. Case in point: this well-priced classic.

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The Midi

The tan, midi skirt is like the Carrera marble countertop of the wardrobe world for me. A classic but also so easily adaptable to anything that’s trending. I also love how it tones so gorgeously with citrus orange, powder pink, denim blue – anything. To me this tie-belted skirt just says I live in Italy now. And I dig it paired with a slimline loafer.

 

This Fluid Poplin Dress reads like a midi skirt and a tucked-in tube, but it’s really just a one-and-done. Many colour ways available, this version is classic light birch and black.

 

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Elasticized waist, perfectly flowy and washes (on cold) like a dream. The Europena skirt also looks divine with its matching vest (also $60).


 

The Garnish

Details, details. They really are the thing that takes your look over the top. Whether it’s a chunky turquoise ring, the perfect cloche hat or a short stack of gold anklets – the add-ons, especially in summer, are truly the frosting on the cake. You know what they say, you can’t have a perfect steak without a little sizzle. This bestseller is packable and ponytail-friendly – but my vibe would actually be a super messy topknot and a short, neon orange mani to go with.

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I wear these Art Heart button earrings from Canadian accessories designer Jenny Bird almost every day – and they are the coolest. Not too heavy, one hundred percent charming and all about the love!

 

As much as I am a loyalist to my classic Cuban fedora, this Sunbeam raffia mini-brim hat is another silhouette I’m really into for this summer.

 

I’m obsessed with the seersucker striping on this market bag that doubles as a beach tote–need I say more?

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Frost that cake! Meet: The Double Amalfi anklet.

 

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