Fabulous fashion
Dreaming of soft white sands and turquoise skies? Pack your bags with a stylish mix of cool cottons, pretty embroidery and gorgeous prints, and get set to enjoy…
Arts & crafts
Bring a homespun elegance to your summer wardrobe with patchwork, embroidery and quilting. Per Una’s two-piece is perfect for long lunches by the pool. However, you don’t need a passport to embrace this sun-drenched style; wear the waistcoat over a billowy blouse and pale-wash denim jeans if breezy Blighty beckons!
Waistcoat, £39.50; vest, £17.50; shorts, £35, all 6-24, Per Una at Marks & Spencer. Pendant necklace, £23, Betty & Biddy. Beaded necklace, £48, Busby & Fox. Gemstone bracelets, £120 each, Astrid & Miyu (same throughout).
Beaded bracelet, £20, Betty & Biddy (same throughout)
One & done
Your holiday wardrobe should look effortless; enter the wear-anywhere one-piece, a soft-as-silk jumpsuit you can wear with a straw hat and tan leather sandals for a trip to the market or dress up for cocktails at sunset. It also makes for a stylish travel outfit; just add a slouchy cardigan to combat the air-con on the flight.
Jumpsuit, £140, 8-18, East. Earrings, £16, Betty & Biddy. Necklaces, £24 each, Accessorize
Beach chic
Add interest to a neutral colour palette by playing with a variety of textures; crochet, raffia, beads and embroidery are all firm summer staples. We love this ochre knitted top from Next, a relaxed piece to layer over swimwear or pair with these pull-on shorts. It will also look great with your tan and a pair of white jeans or khaki cargos when you arrive back home.
Top, £31, XS-XXL, Next. Shorts, £18, 6-22, F+F. Beaded necklace, £24, Accessorize. Crystal necklace, £70, Crystal Haze
Desert island dreaming
A holiday-friendly co-ord will take your beach style up a notch. Add a playful mix of beaded necklaces and beat the glare with oversized shades for instant shoreline glamour. Switch from plage to party with the addition of jewelled sandals and a stylish raffia clutch bag.
Top, £49; trousers, £75, both 6-18, French Connection. Turquoise necklace, stylist’s own. Pendant necklace, £23, Betty & Biddy. Long beaded necklace, £48, Busby & Fox
Pale & interesting
We’re always on the lookout for great fashion buys and you can’t go wrong with this fabulous embroidered dress by F+F. Purse friendly and super stylish, this luxe for less frock will ensure you stay cool when the temperature rises.
Dress, £35, 6-22, F+F. Sandals, £16, 3-8, F&F
Shore thing
Whether you’re strolling by the shore or getting glammed up for a special occasion, this frilled and tiered dress will ensure you look amazing. With contrasting florals and a crossover back, it’s
