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Summer is easily the only season that simultaneously excites and disappoints me. The promise is always there: The fun clothes! The easy makeup! The warm weather! But more often than not, I’m reminded that I’m not, in fact, in high school anymore and won’t be on a two-month-long vacation, and I really shouldn’t have taken my glory days for granted.
Putting my mixed feelings aside, I’ve got to hand it to Walmart for making me at least feel like I’ve got places to go this summer. From seriously cute beach totes to on-trend eyewear to makeup that makes me shine (in the good way), this curated collection of pieces is serving all style, no splurge. (Really, everything comes in at under $36.) Keep scrolling for my must-have, affordable finds at Walmart.
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Ribbed Racer Back Tank Top
$8
Not to be dramatic, but this is the best $8 I’ve ever spent. The cut is impeccable, and I immediately ordered it in multiple colors. I’ll be wearing mine with everything from jeans to midi skirts.
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Belted Barrel Pants
$32
Barrel jeans might be trending right now, but these barrel pants are really the comfy, cool bottoms of my dreams.
C. Wonder
Raffia Slide Sandal
$25
You can never have too many slides.
Relove by Revolution
Glam Balm Lip Balm
$3
Can you even say it’s summer if you don’t have a watermelon-flavored lip balm on hand at all times? (The answer is no.)
No Boundaries
Jelly Mini Tote Handbag
$17
Can we talk about how perfect this orange color is?
Scoop
High Waist Pleated Wide Leg Pant
$36
The type of trouser you can wear from your desk to drinks without even thinking about it.
Foster Grant
Shield Black Sunglasses
$12
If your eyewear collection needs a refresh, start here.
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Smocked Tank Top
$20
This top screams vacation.
No Boundaries
Festival Crochet Hobo Bag
$20
My dream tote bag.
Relove by Revolution
H2O Hydrate Fix Fixing Mist
$5
I’m a face-mist fiend, and I love that this one is infused with hyaluronic acid for added hydration throughout the day.
No Boundaries
Colorblock One Piece Swimsuit
$14
Sure, this is a great swimsuit, but how cute would it be styled with trousers and chunky sandals?
Time & Tru
Tie Bk Midi Dress
$26
I love the back tie detail on this dress.
SA106
Rimless Luxury Square Rectangle Ornate Metal Rim Sunglasses
$14
The quickest way to make all your summer ‘fits look cooler.
Madden NYC
Crochet Tank Top
$15
Everyone needs at least one crochet piece for summer.
Long Sleeve Fit and Flare Poplin Short Shirt Dress
$36
A shirtdress is an essential piece to complete your capsule wardrobe.
Relove by Revolution
Lip Switch Lip Gloss
$3
Okay, this pH-reactive lip topper reacts to your unique lip pH, so the color will be completely unique to you.
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Tiered Mini Shirt Dress With Long Sleeves
$32
A blue-striped dress is a summer necessity.
Time and Tru
Roll Cuff Utility Shorts
$20
Cute shorts that aren’t denim.
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Square Neck Mini Dress With Puff Sleeves
$28
I already know I’ll be living in this over the next few months, and I’ll probably always wear it with extremely cute, chunky sandals.
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Crop Box Tee With Short Sleeves
$10
Boxy tees and baggy jeans are the perfect summer outfit formula.
Time and Tru
Paperbag Waist Shorts
$17
Equal parts comfy and trendy.
Relove by Revolution
Eye Light Metallic Liquid Eyeshadow
$3
This is perfect for adding an “eye-light” to the corners of your eyes.
Time and Tru
Cargo Pants
$27
Cargo pants are trending, and this pair is the perfect place to start.
Eloquii
Elements One Shoulder Cut-Out Tee
$17
Okay, wow. How is this only $17?
No Boundaries
Flutter Strap Top and O-Ring Skirt Set, 2-Piece
$17
Fun for date night, especially when worn with the below sandals.
Scoop
Strappy Block Heel Sandals
$34
See? I told you.
Relove by Revolution
So Peachy Soap Brow Tin
$4
I’ll only be using this on my brows for the foreseeable future.
Walmart
Chunky Choker Necklace
$25
$22
Chic.
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Crop Box Tee With Short Sleeves
$10
One more tee for good measure.
Relove by Revolution
Colour Play Blushed Duo
$3
The perfect duo for adding flush and glow to your cheeks.
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