While I typically keep my crushes on the down-low, these new Free People arrivals have me feeling extra weak in the knees. The brand's latest Free-est collection has a colorful range of summer-ready clothing that's perfect for the beach and beyond. After just one look, I was instantly transported to warmer days and nights that call for effortless, fun looks. As someone who lives 15 minutes from the ocean, I'm always won over by any outfit that doubles as a beach cover-up. From pretty sundresses and two-piece sets to breezy tops and bottoms, here are the 16 picks I'm officially declaring my love for.
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Raina Mendonça is an associate fashion editor on the branded content team at sister titles Who What Wear and Marie Claire. Previously, Raina was an editorial assistant at goop.com. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her crafting new playlists, exploring Los Angeles, or making a cup of English breakfast tea.
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