15 New Gap Pieces to Define Your Summer Style
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It's no secret that Gap is one of our favorite stores. This timeless American brand is our go-to for essential wardrobe pieces like T-Shirts, jeans, and sweatpants, with silhouettes that transcend every single season. Because it's a one stop shop for wardrobe basics, we find ourselves refreshing the new arrivals page pretty damn often. And right now, the spring launches have us itching for the summer ahead. Think versatile linen, breezy crinkle gauze fabrics, texturally pleasing crochet styles, crisp cotton designs, and more. You'll find matching sets galore, double take-worthy dresses, unique takes on denim, and an array of other spring and summer must haves.
While Gap is renowned for its classic silhouettes, it also offers trend-forward styles. Case in point: the brand recently teamed up with Dôen for a collaboration that infuses Gap's aesthetic with Dôen's feminine touch. We've included a standout piece from this line in our roundup of the 15 best new pieces from Gap, along with other styles that might surprise you. From a chic checkered bucket bag to a slitted denim maxi skirt you can wear straight through summer into fall, there's something for everyone. Keep scrolling to shop our favorite new pieces from Gap.
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Best Linen Set
Gap Linen-Blend Button-Back Cropped Tank Top ($29, originally $50)
You can easily mix and match this tank top with any one of Gap's matching bottoms, whether that's the brand'sGap Linen-Blend Maxi Skirt ($55, originally $70) or its 365 High Rise Linen-Blend Shorts ($44, originally $50). All pieces come in a handful of monochrome hues and a blue-and-white floral option.
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Best Crochet Tank Top
Gap Crochet Tank Top ($43, originally $55)
This crochet tank top will team well with so many items in your wardrobe and can be worn well beyond summer. It looks great with everything from trouser shorts to classic blue jeans.
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Best Utility Jeans
Gap High Rise Utility Easy Jeans ($47, originally $80)
Found: the perfect jeans for people who hate jeans. As one reviewer raved, they have a "structured look BUT without the weight." These elastic waist jeans have a loose fit through the hip and thigh and a relaxed wide leg. They feel as comfortable as sweatpants, but look like edgy denim.
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Best Tote Bag
Gap Linen-Cotton Tote Bag ($49, originally $55)
If you need a new tote bag for spring and summer, look no further than this linen-cotton blend option. Shoppers describe it as lightweight and versatile, with some loving it as a baby bag and others as a beach bag. Choose from multiple solid colors and one black-and-white striped one.
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Best Cotton Set
Gap Cropped Poplin Shirt ($50)
This cotton pointed collar poplin shirt is one of the most statement-making pieces in Gap's new arrivals section, especially when it's teamed with the matching Handkerchief Hem Midi Skirt ($63, originally $80). It used to be available in black, but that version has since sold out, so take that as a sign to scoop this one up if you want it.
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Best Bucket Bag
Balboa Bucket Bag ($60)
Does this raffia and vegan leather woven checkered bucket bag even need an introduction? It's perfect for warm weather dressing, with a top handle and a crossbody strap. What's not to love?
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Best Minidress
Gap Linen-Blend Mini Dress ($62, originally $70)
You'll come up with so many ways to style this minidress, whether under a denim jacket this spring or worn solo this summer. It boasts a slim silhouette that hugs the body and hits above the knee. While we adore this black-and-white floral pattern, it also comes in green, black, red, navy blue, and an off-white striped design.
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Best Denim Skirt
Gap Denim Midi Skirt ($62, originally $70)
Tuck a black tank top, like the Modern Rib Halter Tank Top ($17, originally $25), into this slitted midi skirt, add a black belt, and finish with platform sandals for a street style look that's bound to turn heads. Bonus: It has pockets.
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Best Vest
Gap Linen-Cotton Vest ($70)
Vests are having a moment right now, and this linen one is perfect for summer dressing. Pair it with jeans or bottoms of your choice, or style it with the matching Gap Linen-Cotton Mini Skirt ($35, originally $60) or Gap 365 High Rise Linen-Cotton Trousers ($98).
Best Pull-on Cargo Pants
Gap Mid Rise Linen-Cotton Pull-On Cargo Pants ($80)
"These are the perfect summer pants!" wrote one of many reviewers to give them five stars. "Can't say enough good things. They're SO comfortable and perfectly baggy. They look great dressed up with heels for work or dressed down with sneakers! Get them!" While you're at it, consider buying the 100% Linen Boyfriend Shirt ($34, originally $70) to match.
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Best Button-Front Dress
Gap Eyelet Tiered Mini Dress ($80)
Texture lovers need this minidress in their summer wardrobe. It sits close to the body and flares at the waist, featuring pretty all-over eyelet detailing. Choose from two colors: black and forest green.
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Best Crinkle Gauze Set
Gap Mid Rise Crinkle Gauze Wide-Leg Pants ($80)
This crinkle gauze set is the definition of versatile. You can wear it as a cover-up over a swimsuit, or even dress it up with accessories for a sleek monochrome moment for a night on the town. There are two shirts you can pair it with: either the Gap Crinkle Gauze Shirt ($50) or the Gap Crinkle Gauze Big Shirt ($70).
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Best Midi Dress
Gap Linen-Blend Midi Dress ($98)
We found your new favorite summer dress — you're welcome! It comes with optional straps for added support and is also available in a more understated beige option.
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Best Denim Trousers
Gap × DÔEN High Rise Denim Trousers ($100)
If your denim jeans and trousers had a baby, it would look like this super chic pair of high-rise denim trousers from the brand's highly anticipated newDÔEN collab. They feature a relaxed fit through the hips and thighs and sophisticated front pleating.
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Best Eyelet Dress
Gap Eyelet Maxi Dress ($106, originally $118)
Doesn't this maxi dress look so much more expensive than its price tag? It has the chicest details, from its all-over eyelet lace and button front to its puff sleeves and flattering V-neck. It also comes in a white version that's perfect for brides.
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Marisa Petrarca is a contributing editor for PS Shopping and has more than five years of experience writing and editing beauty, fashion, and lifestyle content. Her work has been featured in Cosmopolitan, Allure, and InStyle, among others.