summer in the city

The usual harbingers of summer--striped Positano umbrellas, Mykonos' mouth-watering Greek Salads--may not be carpet-bombing my Instagram feed right now, but at least I'm seeing some sartorial signifiers. And they're looking as chic as ever, due to a few new pieces that instantly summer-fy our city wardrobes. Take for example, Paris-based Leia Sfez's Levi's cut-offs, above, perfectly relaxed (size up for looser fit), cranked up with Chanel Mary Janes. Another magic maker: Londoner Camille Charriere's Nanushka's one-shoulder top, below, which I'd temper with a do-it-all blazer or a wrap skirt. Manhattanite Leandra Cohen's Bottega Veneta's spiral sandals are, of course, the season's cult shoe, but any (less pricey) toe sandal will do like this and this. Meanwhile, LA stylist Jen Wonders' J.Brand pleated jeans (the new must-have silhouette--see here and here), look a little dressier than our over-worn go-to's, great for running around town or in circles at home. The just-right t-shirt is also key, as a layering piece (above) or simply on its own (below). My faves here and here.