We know our readers love a good Free People find. So do our editors, who are always more than thrilled to keep tabs on the best new products to shop from the retailer. While new releases can be overwhelming, we’re here to bring you the best-of-the-best options worth your attention — and coins.
There’s no better time to be thinking about new season fashion. Summer is here, bringing with it a social calendar jam-packed with fun events to dress for — beach days, festivals, weddings, garden parties, rooftop drinks… The list goes on. So, it’s time to make sure your wardrobe is up to scratch with all the summer essentials. Think easy breezy milkmaid dresses, floaty midi skirts and wide-leg pants, breathable linen pieces, and lightweight layers for evenings spent outside. Of course, FP faves like trendy We The Free denim and FP Movement activewear are holding their own in our edit (get ready to meet your dream gym bag).
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Singin’ In The Rain Packable Jacket
Whether you’re a weekend hiker or are heading to a music festival, this lightweight, packable jacket is your new best friend. It’s designed to be rolled up to fit inside a bag when not in use, but is sturdy enough to keep you warm and dry when the heavens open.
FP Movement Singin’ In The Rain Packable Jacket, $, available at Free People
Quinn Pants
Whether you’re throwing them on to run last-minute errands, for a comfy WFH day, or over a bikini during vacation, everyone needs a great pair of light, billowy pants for summer.
free-est Quinn Pants, $, available at Free People
Strada Set
We love matching sets like this to take all the guesswork out of getting dressed. Wear the relaxed top and bottom together, or mix and match with your existing wardrobe for endless outfit options.
free-est Strada Set, $, available at Free People
Class Optional Tote
What better way to get yourself workout-ready than with a brand-spanking new gym bag? This earthy, neutral tote doesn’t just look good, it’s also super practical — featuring multiple exterior and interior pockets, a shoe compartment to keep your sweaty gym sneakers separate, and a buckled strap to hold your yoga mat.
FP Movement Class Optional Tote, $, available at Free People
Oasis Midi Dress
The throw-it-on-and-go dress is a summer essential — the kind that fits like a dream and works for all kinds of occasions. That’s what the Oasis Midi delivers, so it’s no surprise that it’s one of Free People’s bestsellers. Now, it’s back for summer in an array of seasonal shades, like this vibrant poppy red, a bright tropical blue, and hot pink.
free-est Oasis Midi Dress, $, available at Free People
Win Win Bra
This FP Movement sports bra ticks all the right boxes. As someone who owns several in various colors, I find it super soft and comfortable, but because it’s compressive, it feels secure on my body and appropriate for an array of physical activities (from a high-impact workout like basketball to a casual weekend hike).
FP Movement Win Win Bra, $, available at Free People
We The Free Deep Trance Dropped Boyfriend Jeans
Say hello to your new perfect boyfriend jeans, with just the right amount of slouch and ease. They’re available in 11 different washes, from cream and chocolate brown to inky black and classic vintage faded blue.
We The Free Deep Trance Dropped Boyfriend Jeans, $, available at Free People
Hot Shot Crossover Set
This is not technically a newbie, but Free People’s cult-fave athleisure set is back in new shades. Our pick? This versatile espresso hue.
Hot Shot Collection Hot Shot Crossover Set, $, available at Free People
Saylor Poplin Stripe Shorts
Love the length of your jorts but need a lighter option for summer? Look no further than Free People’s New In section for an array of options, including this colorful, striped number (that looks great with a simple tank top and sneakers).
Free People Saylor Poplin Stripe Shorts, $, available at Free People
Birkenstock Florida Sandals
Birkenstock is back with a new shoe design and we are obsessed. Just like the classic Arizona sandals, they feature super soft Nubuck leather and a contoured cork footbed that molds with wear to deliver that same personalized-to-you support and comfort. Unlike the Arizona though, the Florida has three thinner straps for a more delicate, feminine vibe.
Birkenstock Florida Sandals, $, available at Free People
Lana Pant Set
Hot, humid nights are here. This 100% cotton set is the perfect lightweight option for sleep and lounging. It’s made from a breathable jersey so you won’t overheat in bed, and the easy, oversized fit is comfy yet still refined if you decide to wear it out for a morning coffee run.
free-est Lana Pant Set, $, available at Free People
We The Free Soho Convertible Sling Bag
Calling all festival-goers and city explorers — this is the perfect bag for you. The convertible straps mean going hands-free is a breeze and you can easily strap the bag to your front if you want to keep it close to your body.
We The Free Soho Convertible Sling Bag, $, available at Free People
Darcy Surf Crop Top & Surf Short
If you’re looking for a little more coverage from your swimwear, look no further than Free People’s new swim collection, which includes tee-and-short combinations, surf suits, one-pieces, and tankinis, alongside plenty of classic bikinis — all in bright and bold summery shades.
free-est Darcy Surf Crop Top, $, available at Free People
free-est Darcy Surf Short, $, available at Free People
Juliet Duster
Tie-front blouse, duster jacket, or beach cover-up — this billowing layer does it all.
Free People Juliet Duster, $, available at Free People
Carpe Diem Shorts
FP Movement’s Carpe Diem Shorts are a cult classic, and for good reason. From the seamless waistband that offers high-waisted coverage and easy compression to the in-built briefs for an extra confident fit, they’ve nailed the design. Material-wise too: These shorts are made with a lightweight, breezy fabric that is also water- and tear-resistant.
FP Movement Carpe Diem Shorts, $, available at Free People
Drea Sweater Set
Spring may bring sunnier days, but the nights are still chilly. This 100% cotton set is the perfect in-between option for sleep and lounging; it’s a breathable, lightweight knit so you won’t overheat in bed, and the easy, oversized fit is comfy yet still refined.
free-est Drea Sweater Set, $, available at Free People
Let’s Bounce Pants
These lounge pants tick all the right boxes. They’re made in a lightweight, super comfy and breathable material, and they have a super flattering, cropped bell bottom fit. You’re bound to reach for these more than your old, tired leggings.
FP Movement Let’s Bounce Pants, $, available at Free People
Retro Heatwave Gingham One-Piece
What better way to get ready for picnic season than donning head-to-toe gingham? Break up the print with colorful sneakers or ballet flats, and your fave denim jacket or oversized knit.
Free People Retro Heatwave Gingham One-Piece, $, available at Free People
Blaze Pull-On Boots
If, like us, you’re perpetually refreshing Depop and eBay for a pair of vintage Frye boots, get excited. Free People has finally created its own ’70s-style campus boots that are a dead ringer. Wear with your prettiest mini dress for a cool soft-meets-tough fit and to face spring showers in style.
FP Collection Blaze Pull-On Boots, $, available at Free People
We The Free Montana Shorts
ICYMI, jorts are back and a bigger trend than ever this season. If you’re a bit nervous about dipping your toe into the proverbial denim pool, Free People’s offering is a great place to start. They have a slightly relaxed, slouchy fit but aren’t too oversized to look sloppy; and they’re available in so many different shades and washes (nine to be exact), that it’s easy to find your perfect fit. Whether that’s a faded, vintage blue, icy white, khaki, or classic true-navy.
We The Free Montana Shorts, $, available at Free People
Free People X Clarks Wallabees
ICYMI, Clark’s Wallabees are enjoying a very fashionable renaissance. Last October, the fashion search engine Lyst ranked the shoe as one of its hottest products and described it as a “key shoe style” among Gen Z shoppers. If you missed out last fall, now is your chance to jump on the bandwagon — Free People and Clarks have collaborated on a brand new style, complete with an abstract leopard-meets-floral print and a stacked heel for added height.
Free People X Clarks Wallabees, $, available at Free People
Essential Silky Triangle Bandana
Simple but oh-so effective, scarves like this can be worn in many ways — in your hair as alternative sun protection, tied around your waist to jazz up basic denim, or around a bag handle for a pop of color.
Free People Essential Silky Triangle Bandana, $, available at Free People
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