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Fabulous Fashion

Take summer in your stride with an effortless wardrobe of mix-and-match neutrals that you can wear to the beach and beyond

Top, £70; skirt, £98, both 6-22, Boden. Hat, £35.99, Mango. Earrings, £14, Next
Photography CATHERINE HARBOUR

NATURAL BEAUTY

It’s all about the details, and this fringed two-piece with delicate embroidery from Boden really elevates the everyday. Wear pared-back with simple shell hoops for a stylish holiday vibe, or add heels and a jewelled headband if a last-minute party invite calls. Mix and match the top and skirt to get multiple outfit opportunities for this investment buy.

Shirt, £24; shorts, £18, both 6-20, Primark. Vest, £5, 8-20, Matalan. Hat, £48, Free People. Necklaces, from £7.50 each, Pineapple Island

SHORT AND SWEET

The shorts co-ord is the style of the summer and Primark’s broderie anglaise set will certainly become a warm-weather go-to. Perfect for lazy days by the beach – just slip on over swimwear or layer with a classic white vest for languid long lunches.

Dress, £69, 6-22, Next. Earrings, £4.50, Primark. Bag, £58, Oliver Bonas. Belt, £45, xs-xl, Boden. Sandals, £70, 3-8, Dune London

SUMMER’S LBD

We’re always on the lookout for great fashion buys and you can’t go wrong with a little black dress for easy, everyday style. Natural cottons and linens can help you cope with the heat, while embellishments or embroidery always score extra fashion points. Choose a style that will turn heads, whether dressed up or down, to ensure you feel amazing, wherever you wear it.

Dress, £99, 8-24, Phase Eight. Sunglasses, £69, Charles & Keith. Necklaces, from £7.50 each, Pineapple Island. Sandals, £70, 3-8, Dune London

BEACHCOMBER STYLE

Say hello to relaxed summer styling with this monochrome tiered dress from Phase Eight. Loose and flowing, this is a great shape to wear when the temperature rises, and is the perfect accompaniment to a summer glow and a polished pedicure.

Shirt, £49.99, 6-14, Mango. Swimsuit, £50, 6-22, White Stuff. Necklaces, from £7.50 each, Pineapple Island. Bag, £70, Accessorize

BAREFOOT CHIC

Add interest to a neutral colour palette by playing with a variety of textures – raffia, beads and embroidery are all firm summer staples. We love this printed swimsuit; pair it with a longline embroidered shirt (such a sophisticated beach cover-up) and accessorise with a rustic raffia bag and layered shell necklaces.

Playsuit, £95, 6-18, Paisie. Sunglasses, £55, Oliver Bonas. Necklaces, from £7.50 each, Pineapple Island

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