Ten of the best swimsuits
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Ten of the best swimsuits

ByA.F.

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….

Ten of the best yellow bags
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Ten of the best yellow bags

ByA.F.

Yellow is a hot trend for Spring Summer 2015 and it’s not the mellow pastel kind. Instead, designers have opted for the more daring shades. But if yellow isn’t quite the shade for you, to wear at least, you can always find solace in accessories. As well as liberal use of yellow in clothes, we’ve noticed plenty of yellow bags to choose from too. So here are ten of the best yellow bags, from totes to clutches and everything in between. Sophia micro grab bag from Therapy Priced at £39. Available from House of Fraser Yellow clutch with fringe from Georgina Skalidi Priced at £119. Available from Carnet de Mode…

Accessories pick: Orange and blue velvet angel sandals from Pring Paris
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Accessories pick: Orange and blue velvet angel sandals from Pring Paris

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Pring Paris What? Electric blue and orange lambskin suede make the bold gestures on this pair of “Angel” sandals from Pring Paris. It’s not your typical cut for platform heels but that’s one of the reasons why we like it. The other is that it’s anything but angelic. At least, not if you’re getting ready to party. Priced at £151. When? Available now Where? Available online from Carnet de Mode How? Buy now from Carnet de Mode

Accessories pick: Cork and leather clutch from Georgina Skalidi
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Accessories pick: Cork and leather clutch from Georgina Skalidi

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Georgina Skalidi What? It’s not immediately obvious that this cork and leather construction is a clutch but that’s really quite charming. Designed by Georgina Skalidi, the clutch combines both asymmetry and mixed media into one handy carrier. Plus, it can also be used as a shoulder bag with a detachable and adjustable chain. Priced at £90. When? Available now Where? Available online from Carnet de Mode How? Buy now from Carnet de Mode

Accessories pick: Félicité earrings from Charly James
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Accessories pick: Félicité earrings from Charly James

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Charly James What? This mismatched pair of feather and leather earrings from Charly James is a great fashion-forward piece, mixing patterns, textures and media. The Félicité is entirely handmade and is inspired by ‘the female character Felicity in “A Simple Heart” by Gustave Flaubert’. Pretty romantic, right? Priced at £40. When? Available now Where? Available online from Carnet de Mode How? Buy now from Carnet de Mode

Fashion pick: Tricolor cotton shirt, I’m Intelligent from I’m Your Shirt

Fashion pick: Tricolor cotton shirt, I’m Intelligent from I’m Your Shirt

ByLife in Luxury

Who? I’m Your Shirt What? This I’m Intelligent shirt from I’m Your Shirt is surely designed just for women. As well as the matching belt that can also be employed as a tie or hair band, the shirt has a strategically positioned button which prevents any gaping at the bust – something that’s happened to all of us one time or another. We’re just wondering why it hasn’t come sooner. Priced at £74. When? Available now Where? Available online from Carnet de Mode How? Buy now from Carnet de Mode