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Summer reading: Harris Tweed by Lara Platman
Who? Lara Platman What? You’ve heard of farm to table well here is fashion’s equivalent: Harris Tweed, from Land to Street. Lara Platman has profiled the farmers, mill workers, weavers, tailors, and designers – in short, anyone who’s involved in the tweed business. With stunning images and curious attention to detail, this is a book on one of the most quintessentially British things. When? Available now Where? Available online and in store How? Buy now from Amazon
Fashion pick: Fitted satin shirt from Hawes & Curtis
ByA.F.What? Fitted satin shirt in taupe. Priced at £29.50. Where? Available online from Hawes & Curtis
Fashion pick: Digital floral block print midi dress from Chi Chi London
ByA.F.What? Digital floral block print midi dress from Chi Chi London. Priced at £57.99. Where? Available online from House of Fraser
Ten of the best kimono dresses
ByA.F.The kimono dress is such a strong and distinctive look that it can be hard to pull off. But when you get it right, it’s a real statement outfit and a great talking point at cocktail parties. Luckily, the kimono form has been adapted by numerous designers over the years to create more contemporary styles which just about everyone can wear without the pre-requisite of “that certain look”. Here, we’ve picked ten of our favourite kimono dresses that challenge the perception while still being ultra-wearable. Lucy floral-print silk-blend jersey dress from ISSA A demure outfit for a literary luncheon. Priced at £695. Available from matchesfashion.com Frederica dress from Jovanna A…
Fashion pick: Short sleeve lace dress from James Lakeland
ByA.F.What? Short sleeve lace dress from James Lakeland. Priced at £199. Where? Available online from House of Fraser
Accessories pick: Women’s silk scarf and lambskin gloves gift set from Paul Smith
ByA.F.What? Women’s silk scarf in ‘Artist Stripe’ and black lambskin gloves gift set. Priced at £160. Where? Available online from Paul Smith
