The Best Clothing Deals for Summer Travel—Shop J.Crew, Athleta, Madewell, and More Up to 82% Off

Summer style can be difficult to master when you’re battling your desire to look put-together with the reality of the hot, humid temperatures—especially when you’re paring down your wardrobe to fit into a carry-on suitcase for vacation. You’re in luck, however, because so many shopper-loved brands are now hosting major summer sales to help you build a lightweight packing list on a budget for your next trip, and there is no shortage of deals to choose from.

From Madewell to Athleta, we scoured the internet for the best deals on travel clothes to shop this month and found 55 must-have items you won’t want to leave behind, including lightweight maxi dresses, comfortable shorts, fluttery blouses, and more. The styling potential is practically endless with these seasonal picks, and with markdowns reaching up to 82 percent off, you won’t have to choose between a dreamy vacation wardrobe and splurging on activities during your trip—you can have both. 

Best Overall Deals

Madewell Pull-on Drawstring Shorts

The A&F Emerson Linen-blend Puff-sleeve Midi Dress

Best Nordstrom Deals

Nordstrom is hiding so many unbelievably stylish and affordable travel clothes in its sale section for summer, and with discounts reaching up to 60 percent off, you won’t want to let these steals go to waste. There’s no denying that gingham is the pattern of the summer this year, so now’s your chance to get in on the trend while the Madewell Gingham V-neck Wool-blend Vest Minidress is 50 percent off. Plus, more casual styles have also received significant discounts, with the comfy Recess Pickleball x Zella Courtside French Terry Shorts earning a 40 percent price slash.

Recess Pickleball x Zella Courtside French Terry Shorts

Free People Primavera Cotton Eyelet Midi Sundress

Best Amazon Deals

With Prime Day deals in full effect, Amazon’s travel clothing selection is more impressive than ever before. Everything from maxi dresses to comfy travel pants has been marked down for the seasonal shopping event, and with prices starting at $20, you won’t want to miss out. Right now, the flattering and versatile Grace Karin Floral Boho Dress is on sale for an impressive 41 percent off, and you’ll soon find there are endless ways to style this forgiving maxi. Meanwhile, the Nenona Sleeveless Sweater Lounge Set is the perfect travel day outfit at just $40, and it even comes in the trendiest butter yellow shade.

Grace Karin Floral Boho Dress

Nenona Women’s Sleeveless Sweater Lounge Set

Best J.Crew Deals

J.Crew has leveled up its vacationwear selection this summer, and the brand is now offering unbeatable deals on timeless dresses, layers, and other essentials that will live in your closet for years to come—just use the code SHOPNOW at checkout to score an additional 40 percent off sale pieces. We’re especially enamored with the beachy Scallop-trim Sweater Dress since it’s the easiest way to transition from a day by the water to a nice dinner with just a change of shoes—and it’s almost $100 off right now. However, the New Mariner Jersey Shorts are a nautical score at just $21, especially when paired with the equally summery Montauk Crochet Tank Top, now $57.

J.Crew Scallop-trim Sweater Dress

J.Crew New Mariner Jersey Shorts

Best Madewell Deals

Right now, Madewell is hosting a major summer sale on everything your vacation wardrobe could need, with prices starting at just $25. If you’re looking to take a step away from rigid denim shorts this summer, take this as your sign to trade in your jorts for a pair of the Relaxed Pleated Trouser Shorts while they’re a whopping 69 percent off. Or, if you’re more of a dress person in the summer, the top-rated Smocked Puff-sleeve Midi Dress is a lightweight, loose-fitting pick for walking tours, fancy dinners, and more—and it’s now discounted to $100.

Madewell Smocked Puff-sleeve Midi Dress

Madewell Gingham Mini Skort

Best Vuori Deals

Vuori truly shines with its selection of buttery-soft loungewear essentials and well-made activewear, all of which you’ll be happy to have in your suitcase this summer. The Daily Pocket Leggings are a best-seller on the site and are perfect for everyday wear as their name indicates—making now the best time to snag a pair while they’re on rare sale for $78. However, if you’re aiming to upgrade your travel wardrobe from the traditional sweatpants and T-shirt pairing, why not pick up the flattering Falls Jumpsuit while it’s $82? It’s a great layering piece made from UPF 30+ sun protective fabric, and it comes in sizes XS to 2XL.

Vuori Falls Jumpsuit

Vuori Halo Performance Skirt

Best REI Deals

REI’s sale section is a hotspot for comfy activewear picks you’ll be living in all summer long, and even top-rated brands like Vuori and Kuhl are currently on sale (and deeply discounted, no less). If you’re on the hunt for a cozy pair of pants to rock from the airport to your destination, the Vuori Women’s Performance Joggers are a top-notch pick at $75, and they’re in stock in a full range of sizes from XS to 2XL. Pair them with the breathable Free Country Microtech Chill B Cool Cami Tank, and you’ll be both comfortable and well-dressed during your next travel day.

Free Country Swim Dress

Kuhl Kontour 4-inch Shorts

Best Lululemon Scores

Lululemon’s Summer Scores storefront is teeming with fashionable and functional wardrobe basics for a sweaty, active summer—and right now, prices start as low as $39. The Softstreme High-rise Mini Skirt is a top pick at $69 thanks to its stretchy, quick-drying fabric and timeless shape that’s easily dressed up or down depending on the occasion. However, we’d be remiss not to point out that the supportive Like a Cloud Ribbed Longline Bra is now available for almost $20 off. Whether you wear it as a top or layered beneath a large tee, it’s sure to get plenty of wear on vacation this season and beyond.

Lululemon Softstreme High-rise Mini Skirt

Lululemon Align High-rise Pants 28-inch

Best Gap & Athleta Deals

You may associate Athleta with activewear alone, but we’re here to prove that the retailer is also a go-to destination for relaxed, versatile summer basics. Exhibit A: the Retreat Linen Romper, a flattering beach cover-up or sightseeing outfit that’s now on sale for a whopping 40 percent off. But if you are looking for more traditionally fashionable apparel, Gap has that in spades with the Cotton Crochet Tank Top as our top pick, while it’s $35 off. 

• Retreat Linen Romper, $60 (originally $99)
• Paradise Mid-rise Wide-leg Pants, $55 (originally $110)
• Retreat Linen Mid-rise 4-inch Shorts, $49 (originally $69)
• Transcend Square-neck Crop Sports Bra, $40 (originally $55)
• Renew Seamless Muscle Tank, $27 (originally $45)
• Gap CloseKnit Crop Tube Top, $11 (originally $30)
• Gap Linen-blend Halter Mini Dress, $36 (originally $80)
• Gap Cotton Crochet Tank Top, $21 (originally $70)
• Gap Cotton Crochet Easy Shorts, $21 (originally $70)
• Gap Modern Rib Maxi T-shirt Dress, $47 (originally $60)

Athleta Paradise Mid-rise Wide-leg Pants

Gap Linen-blend Halter Mini Dress

Best Everlane Deals

In celebration of summer, Everlane is hosting an enormous sale with up to 70 percent off packable essentials, and everything is so sleek we’re struggling to narrow down the best deals. Fortunately, the hunt for a pair of shorts that are both comfy and stylish can come to a close now that the Seersucker Pull-on Shorts are only $29, while the Crossback Linen Tank will be the perfect match at 50 percent off. Still not satisfied with your maxi dress selection? The Gauze Smock Dress will look just as great styled with simple sandals at a farmers market as with heels to a fancy dinner, making it a must-have for under $100.

Everlane The Boxy Overshirt in Buttersoft

Everlane The Utility Coverall in Linen

Best Abercrombie Deals

Since its major rebrand in 2021, Abercrombie has once again become a shoppers’ oasis of beachy, relaxed apparel that’s tailor-made for your next vacation—and the good news is we found so many pieces on sale to instantly level-up your packing list. Regardless of the season, I’m always an advocate of keeping a cozy layer on-hand for in-flight wear and chilly evenings, and nothing is better-suited for the role than the A&F Madeline Crew Sweater now that it’s 60 percent off in many of the 27 available shades (although we’re partial to butter yellow). And if your goal is to elevate your top selection with fun twists on the basics, you can’t go wrong with the Asymmetrical Button-through Top since it’s also half off in both black and white.

Abercrombie High-rise Loose Shorts

Abercrombie The A&F Madeline Crew Sweater

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