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Cruise collections were created with one purpose: To kit out affluent clients who planned to escape to warmer climates in the winter months. Travelling was for the elite, and so was the matching wardrobe. Thankfully, in 2022, preparing for your summer holiday doesn’t have to break the bank. Don’t believe us? Allow us to point you in the direction of British Vogue’s edit of 100 under £100 summer essentials.
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Whether you’ve booked a city break or beach holiday in the Med, gearing up for a Jubilee picnic or heading to Glastonbury – these summer buys will cater to every occasion. Ready for the chicest summer yet? Party tops, swimsuits and tableware await.
Beach babes
Nothing says summer quite like salty waves, tan lines and a cool dip in the sea. Get yourself beach-ready with these stylish beach accessories. Our top pick? Sunny Life’s lounger, which will turn tanning in even the most rocky lagoons into pure bliss.
Top of the tablescaping game
Warm summer nights can only mean one thing: endless dinner parties. Impress your guests with Seletti’s scene-stealing plates. Oh, and great food, of course.
Off and away
City breaks are a favourite amongst Brit travellers. Make sure to pack sensible shoes and an extra bikini in case you take an impromptu dip in the hotel pool.
Power pool uniform
For those who don’t take pleasure in cold water swimming, now’s the time to take a dip — whether it’s in a pool, lake or the sea. Arket’s sustainable swimwear range ticks all the boxes.
Gardening galore
Home sweet home! Make 2022 the year that you pick up gardening — just make sure you do it in style. This applies to both your wardrobe and every pot and watering can. Bookmark Born In Sweden’s designs to show your neighbours how it’s done.
Hiking gear
Sturdy soles, SPF and a camera to capture all the memories – this is one for those who like to spend their weekends lunging rather than lounging. P.S. don’t forget to pack plasters.
Ready, set, picnic!
Picnics are a national sport and getting proper gear is half the battle. Cue enamel plates, wicker baskets and the perfect picnic dress from H&M, of course.
Boho 2.0.
Boho is back, courtesy of fashion’s latest obsession with everything Y2K. Let Sienna Miller c.2009 be your muse. So dig out your wellies, tiered maxi skirt and get in line for your favourite festival.
Fitness mania
We’ve finally ditched the kitchen gym and have resumed normal programming (almost). Enjoy working out in the sun? These pieces will support your journey from couch to 5k.
Summer in the city
As much as we’d love them to, holidays don’t last forever. On the upside, the sweltering heat of the city has a similar mood-boosting effect (most of the time). Spend days in the cooling AC and nights out and about. As for the dress code? All that glitters! It’s as simple as that.