Ten of the best culottes
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Ten of the best culottes

ByLife in Luxury

Have you wandered on to this post, wondering what the hell a culotte is? Well, let us explain. Once part of the upper-class gentleman’s wardrobe, the culotte now something of a fashion staple. For women. It’s most frequently seen as wide-legged shorts that fall at or below the knee but it can also be cut to resemble a skirt. It had its hey-day back in the 60s but now it’s seeing quite a revival. In fact, you’re looking for shorts anywhere right now, you’ll probably have spotted these. It’s no surprise really. They’re long enough to be suitable for work while being stylish enough to be dressed in a pair…

Ten of the best white dresses
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Ten of the best white dresses

ByA.F.

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…

Whistles Spring / Summer 2015

Whistles Spring / Summer 2015

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Whistles What? The Whistles Spring / Summer 2015 combines tropical prints and clean cut lines to create a season that’s somewhere between smart and casual. SS15 is filled with exotic bloom florals, twisted graphic details, slouched streetwear shapes and sun-bleached palettes. A real breath of fresh air for the new season. When? Available soon Where? Selected items in store and online How? For more information, see www.whistles.com Ten photos from Whistles Spring / Summer 2015

Ten of the best navy striped tops
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Ten of the best navy striped tops

ByA.F.

Nautical is in. At least it’s true if the number of different navy striped tops that we’ve seen is anything to go by. There’s definitely something eternally Parisian chic about that Breton top, making it timeless. But if you’re looking for something a little bit different, here’s ten subtly updated versions of that classic navy striped top. Round neck striped jumper from Autograph by Marks & Spencer Priced at £39.50. Available from Marks & Spencer Staithes stripe and plain body panelled top from Barbour Priced at £40. Available from House of Fraser Alburgh Breton top from Jack Wills Priced at £34.50. Available from Jack Wills Striped jumper with gemstone trim…