7 Outfit Ideas To Stay Cool In The Heatwave
By Sarah Macken
Stylish outfit ideas to keep you cool this summer …
If the warm weather at home nurtures your love of coastal dressing, then channel Ina Garten with a loose-fitting linen shirt in a striking colour. (We love the idea of navy or a bright red.) Finish the look with white jeans and add zing with a roomy carry-all that has an unexpected print (needed when buying organic vegetables at the market).
Speaking of red, we’re seeing it being worn head-to-toe in a summer colour drench. Try it if you’re looking to make an outfit statement.
If all else fails, a pair of lightweight red trousers has impact. (See Jennifer Lawrence, captured on the streets of New York City, as a case in point.) Seek out barrel-leg linen styles at Arket and pleat-front trews at Massimo Dutti. If you’re looking to invest, Leset’s Kyoto wide-leg cropped trousers are trending now.
On the other end of the spectrum, don’t underestimate the power of a white cotton poplin dress: it’s pretty, polished and never fails to impress. Style yours à la Daisy Edgar Jones with a knit knotted around your shoulders (because: Irish summers).
Is it even summer if you don’t have a little white dress that resembles a vintage nightie? Apparently not, according to the style set. While mid-range brands like Faithfull The Brand, If Only If and Dôen have been plugged into this look for a couple of seasons now, the high street has upped its game in terms of alternatives in pure cotton with pretty lace details. Try Zara Home and H&M.
The key to dressing for warmer days – especially if you’re not by the beach – is light layering. Team white linen trousers with a pair of red flip-flops inspired by The Row, or a pair of mesh ballet flats.
Even June’s warm days come with unpredictable showers. We love the idea of a pair of cargo trousers or khaki jeans and a trending baseball-inspired T-shirt teamed with flip-flops as an off-duty look that nods to the sun, but is still practical.
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