Gap’s largest sale of the year takes up to 70% off dresses, linens and more

Clear some space in your closet. Gap’s highly anticipated Summer Sale has officially commenced, offering a curated selection of clothing deals at up to 70% off. This season, the focus is on fabrics that’ll weather the heat. Think crisp cottons, airy linens and comfortable dresses that form the backbone of any modern wardrobe. Our editors at CNN Underscored own their fair share of the brand’s pieces, like Gap jeans, linen pants and more. Look ahead to my curated guide of favorite deals below.

Gap women’s clothing deals

Gap Women's Seamed Drop-Waist Maxi Dress

Let this Gap summer dress carry you through the season. The stretchy smocked back and loose skirt make it feel more comfortable on hot days, while you can stash your hands or essentials in its pockets. It's available in three playful prints for up to 58% off, with the most stock available in the Brown and White Polka Dot and the Black and Blue Floral styles.

Gap Women's 6-Inch Linen-Blend Easy Shorts

Made with the brand's lightest and airiest fabric, these linen-blend shorts are designed to keep you cool through the summer. They run long with a 6-inch inseam to provide plenty of coverage. Their loose yet structured silhouette makes them seem more polished, especially when paired with a matching button-down top. It's up to 50% off across a myriad of cheery hues.

Gap Women's Organic Cotton Poplin Big Shirt

Toss this oversized button-down shirt over linen pants or boxer shorts. I just packed a similar iteration of this poplin shirt for my poolside vacation, loving the loose, unrestricted look and feel of it as a swim cover-up. It comes in striped patterns and solid hues, adding a fun pop to ensembles for 40% off.

Gap Women's Linen-Blend Shell Tank Top

This tunic-style tank top looks polished and elevated when paired with matching shorts, pants and skirts made of the same linen-blend material. Dress it up easily by throwing on a corded necklace and pairing it with sandals. Discounts span seven colors, ranging up to 58% off, with Blue Suede reaping the steepest deal.

Gap Women's Cotton-Gauze Smocked-Waist Peplum Top

Peplum-style tops have made their way back as a popular silhouette. For up to 40% off, this Gap design reimagines it in a modern way by adopting smocked detailing that makes the fabric drape loosely then cinch slightly at the waist. It's also crafted from 100% cotton gauze to help you keep cool.

Gap Women's Denim Tie-Back Halter Maxi Dress

Wear this denim halter dress draped to grassy picnics and rooftop happy hours. The smocked back helps the dress fit snugly yet comfortably on your torso. Its midi length shows off your choice of flip-flops, kitten heels or other summery shoes. Take your pick of regular, tall and petite fits — all fully stocked at 50% off.

Gap Women's Linen-Blend Maxi Slip Skirt

For dressier days, this maxi skirt with a side slit suits the occasion while keeping things light and airy. Pair it with the Gap's matching tank top or keep it simple with a classic white tee. The stretchy elastic waistband is designed to stay put while resting comfortably. Select styles are on sale for up to 50% off.

Gap men’s clothing deals

Gap Men's Hybrid Shorts

Designed with a relaxed silhouette, these men's shorts transition easily from casual wear to warm weather activities. They're crafted from a quick-dry crinkle nylon-blend fabric, ensuring you stay cool, dry and comfortable. Choose from four on-sale colors to enjoy the longer 7.5-inch inseam with a wide range of looks. They're finished with a flexible elasticized waist and functional side and back pockets.

Gap Men's 6-Inch Relaxed Swim Trunks

These swim trunks are designed to keep you comfortable both in and out of the water, with their quick-dry nylon construction and built-in mesh liner. Finished with practical side slant pockets and a zippered back wet pocket, they're equal parts ready for the pool and the boardwalk. They're available in three patterns and two solid hues at up to 60% off.

Gap Men's Organic Cotton Poplin Classic Shirt

Dress up white tees with this timeless long-sleeve button-front shirt. Crafted from 100% cotton poplin, it offers a soft yet crisp texture that works for both dressed-up and casual settings. It comes complete with clean stitching, a button-front collar and a curved hem that hits comfortably at the low hip.

Gap Men's Adult Heavyweight Relaxed T-Shirt

This jersey cotton T-shirt is made from a substantial heavyweight fabric that brings a more elevated structure to your everyday wardrobe. It is tailored with a men's relaxed fit and a comfortable crewneck. Designed to hit at the hip, this staple wears well as a standalone top or styled under a favorite jacket. Now it's under $20 in select colors.

Gap Men's 100% Linen Relaxed Shirt

Cut from pure linen, this button-down shirt has a laidback silhouette that matches its loose, airy fabric. It's a standalone layer that is great for everything from the beach to a European vacation. There's no shortage of color options, with select hues on sale for up to 50% off.

Gap Men's '90s Loose Denim Shorts

If your favorite tee or button-down is missing denim shorts to match, grab this pair while they're 40% off in Medium Wash and Black Wash. They feature a mid-rise cut that sits comfortably below the waist and a longer length.

Gap Men's Relaxed Pique Polo Shirt

A trendier way to bring a polo shirt into your wardrobe is with this on-sale Gap style. It has a slightly cropped length and a roomy, boxy silhouette that makes it feel more modern and elevated. Choose from casual striped styles and more polished solids for up to 50% off.

Why these Gap deals are worth shopping

Some major savings events have passed within a month’s time, and Gap isn’t holding back on its own deals. This major summer sale is one of the best we’ve seen from the brand all year. It takes up to 70% off not only on-sale styles but new arrivals and cheery hues that play right into this season’s color palette.

Why trust CNN Underscored

CNN Underscored’s deals editors scour the internet daily for the best available sales and discounts, then put them on your radar in real time. They utilize a range of techniques and consider a variety of factors — price history checks, available coupon codes, competitor pricing — to determine if a deal is worthy of coverage (and your money).

For this article, CNN Underscored deals editor Jacqueline Saguin scoured the internet to find the very best Gap deals on this season’s clothing essentials.

Some information for this report was gathered via edition.cnn.com.