Shop Nordstrom's trendy new exclusive summer wardrobe essentials

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Assembling a reliable assortment of staples is essential for the summer months – especially if you're packing a mix-and-match assortment for vacation or don't want to waste time before heading out for sunny weekend activities. Our favorite place to look? Nordstrom. The retailer always delivers chic, timeless basics that add major style points to your seasonal wardrobe, and Nordstrom's exclusive new pieces tick all the boxes of summer's biggest trends.

No warm-weather capsule wardrobe is complete without a beach-ready straw hat, linen pants, or cute sandals, and luckily Nordstrom has them all in abundance. In addition to replenishing inventory with summer staples, the one-stop shop's exclusive styles are presented as effortless and affordable pieces to nail this season's top trends. For one thing, head-to-toe floral patterns, like those seen all over the 2024 Met Gala red carpet at the Garden of Time, are trending from head to toe, and Nordstrom's freshly picked selection features wearable, botanical styles from flattering summer dresses to accessories for floral dresses. Candy-colored pastels and sweet hues are also trending outside of the typical spring cycle, where buttery yellows and baby blues pair with elegant, simple pieces like a cardigan or a sleek midi skirt.

On the flip side of the feminine and flirty attitude is the juxtaposed, boy-adopted silhouette that celebrates strong shoulders and oversized fits in menswear-inspired ensembles. It's easy with the softly tailored, relaxed-fit blazer as a throw-on cover-up – whether it's worn to the office with smart trousers or with straight-leg jeans and a T-shirt. Another surprising breakout trend for 2024 is tenniscore-inspired outfits, which bring a sporty, “old money” flair to the casual sport. From pleated skirts to white performance dresses, vest tops and just about everything short of a fight, these preppy and elegant pieces from Nordstrom offer performance-level comfort for everyday events, from errands to brunch dates or picnics in the park.

Below, we've rounded up the trendy highlights from Nordstrom's exclusive new releases that you'll love styling for summer and beyond.

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Olivia Cigliano is a trade writer and producer at Footwear News and WWD, where she writes shopping content on fashion, beauty, shoes, TikTok style trends and more. Cigliano received her bachelor's degree in journalism from Emerson College and her name can be found in publications such as Elite Daily and CR Fashion Book. She currently lives in New York City. She regularly reports on exciting new releases from top retailers like Nordstrom.