The Strategist Summer 100 2026 (original) (raw)

From the “Rimowa of beach coolers” to machine-washable fisherman sandals_._

Portrait of Ambar Pardilla

By ,a senior writer at the Strategist covering fashion. She joined the Strategist as a writer in 2021 and before that worked at NBC and HuffPost.

Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photos: Retailers

Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photos: Retailers

Photo-Illustration: The Strategist; Photos: Retailers

If the Strategist Spring 100 was about getting through the most unpredictable season, our Summer 100 is your survival guide for the hottest time of the year. Not only will you find things like jelly wedge sandals and a striped terry bucket hat here, there’s everything you need for next time you’re in the Rockaways or the Hamptons, like the “Rimowa of beach coolers” and a Beachkin (that can schlep as much as a Boat and Tote), plus miscellaneous items that’ll make high summer a lot more tolerable — including a fan that’s “the closest thing you can get to sticking your head in a freezer” and a thermos for your ice cream. Of course, we couldn’t forget Banana Boat and Vacation’s sunscreens (or sunburn relief), either. Be sure to kick back, relax, and lay by your nearest pool — with the help of a utility cart that turns into a lounger. Welcome to this year’s Strategist Summer 100.

[Editor’s note: Some of the items below tend to go in and out of stock, so be sure not to dillydally. We’ll be keeping tabs on everything and updating accordingly.]

Uniqlo Crêpe Jersey Boatneck Bra Top

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Gap Modern V-Neck Tank Top

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Everlane Tissue Layered Tank

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Quince 100% European Linen Pleated Tank

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Gap Factory Relaxed Sleeveless Tie-Neck Top

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J.Crew Tie-Front Top in Gingham

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Leset Yoko Drawstring Tank

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Gap Lace-Trim Cami

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Cou Cou The Iris Tank

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Cos Gathered-Neck Jersey Tank Top

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Gap Poplin Cap-Sleeve Crop Shirt

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J.Crew Puff-Sleeve Button-Up Top in Cotton Poplin

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Alex Mill Garden Tee in Linen Cotton

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Kule The Maude

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Le Bon Shoppe City Shorts

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Aerie Real Hot Terry Boxer

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H&M Linen-Blend Shorts

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J.Crew Cosmo Short in Linen

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Kotn Sila Linen Tie Short

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Gap Linen-Cotton Wide-Leg Pants

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Banana Republic Cotton Poplin Barrel Pull-On Pants

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Uniqlo Linen Blend Midi Skirt | Short

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Banana Republic Factory Tier Voile Midi Skirt

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Cou Cou The Petticoat

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Sønderhaus Margot Dress

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Banana Republic Linen Shift Dress

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J.Crew Ruffle-Trim Scoopneck Mini Dress in Stripe

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Aritzia Wilfred Countess Linen Dress

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Modern Citizen Midori Organic Cotton U-Neck Dress

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Madewell The Sophie Mini Dress

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La Veste Pitaya Towel Dress

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Staud Dolce One-Piece

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J.Crew V-Neck One-piece in Reversible Plaid Print

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J.Crew Scrunchie String Bikini Top

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J.Crew Cheeky Scrunchie String Bikini Bottom

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& Other Stories Bandeau Bikini Top

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& Other Stories High-Waist Bikini Briefs

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Gap Jelly Flip Flops

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Plasticana Opana Mules

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Rothy's The Fisherman Sandal

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Keen Newport Retro

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Suzanne Rae Espadrille Sandal

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Massimo Dutti Strappy Leather Mid-Wedge Sandals

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Loeffler Randall Karly Leather Strappy Sandal

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Rouje Natty Mules

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No. 6 Nadira Sandal

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Mango Resin Frame Sunglasses

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Loeffler Randall Viv Red Crochet Scarf

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Souer Ivor Hat

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Mango Striped Cotton Terry Bucket Hat

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Gardenheir Italian Pastorale Straw Hat

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Lands' End Natural 5-Pocket Open-Top Canvas Tote Bag - Medium

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Saison 1865 Woven Tote Bag in Blue

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Road Trips Beachkin

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Pacific Tote Company

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Zara Colorblock Tank Top

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Alex Mill Camp Shirt in Linen

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Toast Garment Dyed Linen Grandad Collar Shirt

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Uniqlo AIRism Cotton Pique Full Open Polo Shirt

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Banana Republic Factory Standard-Fit Linen-Blend Henley

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Cos Drawstring Hooded Linen Popover Shirt

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Gap Stripe Camp Collar Sweater Shirt

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Banana Republic Stripe Terry Resort Shirt

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Buck Mason Cotton Loop Terry Polo

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Muji Linen Tapered Pants

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Zara 100% Linen Relaxed Fit Pants

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Uniqlo Stretch Easy Ankle Pants | Seersucker

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Banana Republic 8

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J.Crew 9

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Jungmaven Bodega Bay Short

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Alex Mill Garment Dyed Camino Short In Nylon

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Patagonia Men's Baggies™ Shorts - 5

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Abercrombie & Fitch Pull-On Swim Trunk

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Keen Hyperport H2 Snow Peak Sandal

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Camper Don Fisherman Sandals

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Cos Woven Leather Sandals

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Jacques Solovière Raffia Anorio Loafer

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Castañer Porto 186

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Crosby Square Leather Clog

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Madewell The Bowery Sunglasses

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Zara Wide Brim Bucket Hat

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‘New York’ Magazine Blue and Orange Classic-Logo Hat

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VersionTech Mini Handheld Fan

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Ban.do Picnic Blanket - Garden Checkered

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Hatch 16.5-Oz. Acrylic Highball Glass

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HAY PC Portable Lamp

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Banana Boat Light As Air SPF 50+ - Twin Pack

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Korres Mineral Milk Fluid Sunscreen

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Vacation Classic Spray SPF 50 Sunscreen

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Vacation After Sun Cooling Gel

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O'Keeffe's Lip Repair SPF 35 Lip Balm - 3

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Eagle Brand Medicated Oil (Feng You Jing), 24 mL

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SweatBlock Max Clinical Antiperspirant Wipes

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Oyster The Tempo Cooler Bundle

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S'well Ice Cream Chiller

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ZigZagZurich ‘Legs’ by Michele Rondelli XL 100 Percent Cotton Beach Towel

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Sunnylife Beach Chair Deluxe - La Mer Limon Stripe

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MacSports Beach Day Lounger

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CoolCabana 5

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Funboy Tanning Pool Lounger

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