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The sun’s here and, unless you live in New York, you’re likely outside enjoying the fresh air and warmer climes. Summer’s a pretty low-maintenance season which you can roll through with ease with just a few essentials in your arsenal. With the help of MR PORTER, we’ve collated 10 such items to see you through the coming months.

From timeless, luxe accessories by Loewe to premium Italian baseball caps and, love them or hate them, jorts, we’ve covered every angle of the summer sartorial spectrum. So, keep scrolling, take your pick, and make sure they all fit in your suitcase.

Shop our 10 summer essentials for 2023 below.

WTAPS Seagull Straight-Leg Twill Trousers

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WTAPSSeagull Straight-Leg Twill Trousers
$230
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Lightweight trousers are an unavoidable necessity for summer. You might be wearing shorts most of the time, but when you want to look a touch smarter, or cover up for the evenings, a pair like WTAPS' Seagull Trousers is ideal.

Kapital Tequila Polo Shirt

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KapitalTequila Polo Shirt
$390
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Tequila can be a great friend in summer. It can also be your sworn enemy. Make sure you pay respect to it with Kapital's Tequila Polo.

Jacques Marie Mage x Hopper Goods Taos Sunglasses

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Jacques Marie MageHopper Goods Taos Sunglasses
$750
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Nobody does sunglasses like Jacques Marie Mage. If you're looking to invest in something to make your summer wardrobe pop, then this collaborative pair with Hopper Goods is the place to start.

Saint Laurent Logo Tank Top

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Saint LaurentLogo Tank Top
$395
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So you've done the annual watch of Goodfellas and The Sopranos for style inspo and you're eyeing up a gold chain, tank top, and open shirt combo. So are we.

Balenciaga Slim-Fit Denim Shorts

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BalenciagaSlim-Fit Denim Shorts
$990
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Still the most divisive piece of the season, jorts could be the make or break of your fit. This pair from Balenciaga is a safe bet with raw hems and a good length.

Jacquemus Raffia T-Shirt

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JacquemusRaffia T-Shirt
$205
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Inspired by the sunny south of France, every one of Jacquemus' pieces is prepped for summer. Your white T-shirt collection is never complete, so add this simple logo tee to the mix.

Loewe Puzzle Bag

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LoewePuzzle Bag
$2400
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Loewe's Puzzle Bag is one of the usual suspects when it comes to quick fit upgrades. This blue version adds a colorful flash to any outfit.

Loro Piana Baseball Cap

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Loro PianaBaseball Cap
$450
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Loro Piana's refined headwear is a real anchor for the label's collections, especially in spring and summer.

Brunello Cucinelli Straight-Leg Shorts

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Brunello CucinelliStraight-Leg Shorts
$995
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Cucinelli takes a break from tailoring to get in on the jorts game. It's a typically understated take on the style.

Vetements Oversized T-Shirt

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VetementsOversized T-Shirt
$690
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With a Vetements name tag printed on your chest, you'll be well prepped for all of summer's eventualities.

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