Top 10 Summer Essentials At Nordstrom Rack

WHY YOU NEED IT: You'll be surprised just how much you'll wear a basic pair of slide sandals. These will be a go-to whether you're hitting the beach in a bikini or heading to dinner in a sundress.

HELPFUL TIP: You can't go wrong with classic cognac, but snakeskin taps into the animal print trend while still managing to be super neutral.

LOVED FOR: Chambray is a closet hero for many reasons, but mainly because it goes with just about every pattern or color you pair with it.

STYLE WITH: Slip into your favorite jeans for a chic denim-on-denim look. This trend takes almost no effort but makes it look like you tried.

STYLE WITH FOR: These comfortable sneakers are ideal for pairing with anything from a little floral dress to denim shorts this summer. 

USERS SAID: "Wonderful everyday/casual sneakers. I bought these for vacation and wore them every day for about 12+ hours with no problem. Adorable with jeans or even a nice summer dress."

LOVED FOR: Any dress that has pockets is a winner in our book.

WHERE TO WEAR: What's not to love about a one-and-done outfit? This breezy shift will take you from work to a night out effortlessly—just swap your flats for strappy heels.

WHERE TO WEAR: These silky-soft leggings are ideal for lounging, but the squat-proof fabric and serious compression make them suitable for workouts, too.

USERS SAID: "I have tried a ton of brands over the years. These are, by far, the best fit. They keep all of your curves in place, they are super comfortable, and the fabric lasts a long time without fraying or pilling."

WHY YOU NEED IT: A solid knit t-shirt will serve as a perfect foundation piece for your wardrobe. Wear it under a denim jacket or blazer, or rock it on its own with black skinny jeans.

USERS SAID: "I have this shirt in 5 or 6 different colors. It's that good. The length is perfect to either do a casual tuck into jeans or not tucked at all. It really is the perfect shirt."

LOVED FOR: This classic demi bra features convertible straps, so you can wear it with all those cute summer tops you just bought.

USERS SAID: "Coming from someone who only wears bralette due to my cup size and desire for comfort, I always avoided buying real bras. With that being said, this bra is so comfortable and fits me perfectly. I am pleasantly surprised!"

STYLE WITH: This day-to-night piece looks just as good with white sneakers as it does with trendy heels.

LOVED FOR: The sleek jersey fabric is not only super comfortable but extra flattering too.

USERS SAID: "If you are a petite person who struggles to find leggings that *don't* bunch at the ankle, LOOK. NO. FURTHER! These are super comfy and the perfect length for people who are vertically challenged like me."

HELPFUL TIP: The slide slip pockets are the perfect size for your phone, keys, or wallet.

USERS SAID: "I love wearing this dress, so much so that I now have seven different colors. I wear a bralette in a similar shade under, and it looks really cool. I love that the straps are adjustable and the pockets are awesome!"

WHERE TO WEAR: This easy-breezy dress is perfect for the beach over a bikini or for a casual night out.