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I love this color because it's truly flattering on just about every skin tone. Try picking up your next slip dress in the shade or investing in a shorts suit or at least a blazer in this bright hue.

Zara Ruffled Dress ($70)

River Island Coral Long Puff Sleeve Blazer ($130) and River Island Coral High Corset Belted Waist Shorts ($76)

Staud Bruco Pant in Coral Sateen ($255)

Lime, not to be confused with mint, which is also a popular color trend for summer, has major yellow tones and just a touch more green than a chartreuse. It's super playful, so I love it for matching sets and bucket hats.

Scotch & Soda/Maison Scotch Knotted Hawaiian Top ($189)

Simon Miller Hammer Slides ($330)

COS Lyocell Linen Long Seersucker Checked Dress ($135)

Lavender is a must shop this season. There's no denying it's one of the most eye-catching color trends for summer 2020. I suggest playing around with it and mixing it with other bright pops, like orange, green, or red. It's definitely most appealing when boldly contrasted — I wouldn't recommend wearing the shade from head to toe or you might come across as a pastel princess who's just ready for Easter.

Ro's Garden Long Sofia Dress ($295)

Theia Jewelry Aurora Round Cut Stud Earrings ($37)

Zara Drawstring Bucket Hat ($26)

Pull&Bear Cropped Straight-Leg Jeans ($40)

Natural tones are most beautiful and exciting when they come in materials with texture. Try a colorblock dress like this one or something in crochet. While you can construct a whole outfit around varying neutrals, it's fun to add a color pop with a bag or hair accessory.

& Other Stories Sarong Wrap Midi Skirt ($79)

Cult Gaia Clio Beaded Sphere-Heel Sandals ($390)

Reformation Hosby Dress ($128)

Sea blue sort of runs the gamut — it can start at sky blue and venture into the royal territory, but most importantly, it's vibrant and not at all muted. This summer blue is powerful — there's no messing around with it! Try shopping swimwear in the color for the ultimate statement.

Zara Printed Dress With Belt ($70)

Topshop Leather Woven Pouch Bag ($35)

Zara Flat Padded Leather Sandals ($60)

Rebecca Minkoff Mary Dress ($139, originally $228)

This shade is somewhat of a cross between Barbie pink and orchid. It can be flirty, but when it takes the form of a blazer or a sophisticated sheath dress, it's incredibly chic and stands for girl power in the best way.

Finders Keepers Emilia Midi Slip Dress ($71, originally $149)

Valet Rachael Clip ($33, originally $47)

Glamorous Curve Midaxi Shirt Dress With Tie Waist in Mini Check ($30, originally $67)

I'm shopping marigold in summer essentials like little bright bags and clutches, silk slip skirts, and mules. You can work this color well with your neutral tones, and it looks beautiful in nature.

Zara Tank Top ($20) and Zara Wrap-Style Pants ($36)

Everlane The Linen Picnic Top ($48)

Dannijo Limoncello Slip Dress ($395)

Mint is definitely a lot softer than lime and looks really nice in satin and silk. Consider it for your breezy, lightweight blouses and tanks and even your lingerie. IMO, mint is the most unexpectedly romantic shade of summer 2020.

Mango Oversize Modal Shirt ($46)

8 Other Reasons Super Sleek Headband in Mint ($29)

Amanda Uprichard x Revolve Studio Romper ($224)