Fashion pick: Summer floral stripe skirt from Oasis
What? Summer floral stripe skirt from Oasis. Priced at £55.
What? Summer floral stripe skirt from Oasis. Priced at £55.
What? Trellis floral print wrap dress. Priced at £80. Where? Available online from Laura Ashley
As the summer solstice draws to an end, we say goodbye to spring and welcome summer. We’ve had the pinks and the pastels for the spring season but now it’s time to set those tans off with a splash of white. Of course white works for clothes and accessories but we’re going for a classic – the demure white dress. Except it’s less about frou-frou wedding dresses and more about fabulous outfits for the cocktail hour. Here, we’ve picked ten of our favourite party-ready white dresses Metallic lace silk dress from Aidan Mattox Priced at £330. Available from John Lewis Hettie Jacquard dress from Phase Eight Priced at £99. Available…
Are you searching for that perfect bikini? Well, we say stop, ditch the two-piece and look at the swimsuit instead. As well as offering a whole lot of support, particularly if you’re planning to get involved with water sports, there’s also a lot more fabric to get fashionable with. Just think of the variations in patterns, cuts and straps. Still not sure? Check out our pick of ten of the best swimsuits – we think they’re enough to prove that the one-piece can be cool too. Floral spot swimsuit from Dickins & Jones Priced at £45. Available from House of Fraser Foulard-print swimsuit from Dolce & Gabbana Priced at £355….
The blazer is one of the few essential items, which all men should have in their wardrobe. Whether you prefer double breasted, a classic navy or the seersucker, there’s something for everybody. It can effortlessly elevate a casual look, add variety to the office attire or complete your yacht ensemble with flare. There’s never a more appropriate time for blazers than the summer as the social season is in full swing. It isn’t always a requirement but that shouldn’t stop you. So whether you’re heading to Wimbledon, Henley Regatta or any other event, we’ve got the perfect blazer for you. Cuypers-e fitted blazer from Tommy Hilfiger Priced at £325. Available…
Let’s talk maxi dresses; specifically, maxi dresses for dressing up. We’ll be up front – we love maxi dresses for dressing up. We’ve seen casual versions up and down the high street for the last few years but we think their place at cocktail parties, posh dinners and nights out on the town have been seriously down-played. Why? Well we love that it’s effortlessly elegant and demure, without needing to look like a ballgown. It can be tight or lose fitting and there’s a whole lot of fabric for patterns to play with. What’s more, you’ll never fall foul of the “knee-length” rules or have to worry about being under…
What? Women’s silk scarf in ‘Artist Stripe’ and black lambskin gloves gift set. Priced at £160. Where? Available online from Paul Smith
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