Summer outfit ideas

The days are getting longer and the temperature is on the rise and this can only mean one thing: it’s time to embrace spring summer outfitting again.

But in a season defined by heat and sun, how do you keep your cool, both sartorially and literally? No worries - we’ve gathered some of the best summer outfits for work, play and everything in between.

Dressing for the office in the summer can be a difficult game for some, especially when it’s sweltering and the last thing anything wants to do is dress in stiff, structured layers. Go for light fabrics that will keep you non-sticky will still looking stylish. Fear not: there are plenty of summer work outfits that will keep you fresh, elegant and professional all at the same time.

What could be more summer than the summer dress? Without the need to coordinate separates, they’re the all-in-one solution to the eternal question of what to wear in summer: effortless frocks that keep you cool and looking put-together at the same time.

Summer is a joyful time to live life to the max, so don’t be afraid to dress accordingly — now is your chance to embrace painterly prints and dramatic colours during a season known for brightness and optimism. Summer tops are the perfect base for any summer outfit and forever failproof.

All hail the skirt, the queen of versatility when it comes to summer dressing. This next outfit – as you probably guessed – centres around the all-round staple that goes with everything. Easily pair a skirt with a shirt for the perfect work outfit, or wear with a top for the perfect garden party outfit.

Summer may be about “less is more,” but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flair. Easily elevate a casual look by switching out a t-shirt for a blouse with feminine details that nod to this season’s dreamy aesthetic – billowing puff sleeves or the inclusion of lace. The casual summer outfits are a perfect look for a day running errands or when meeting up for a cup of coffee.

The tank top's stylish sister, the camisole brings delicate, romantic pieces to the world whilst maintaining a sense of ease and effortlessness. For the ultimate must-have to survive the heat in style, look no further than the summer camisole. Match with a skirt for a garden party, or match with a pair of shorts and a blazer for the perfect work outfit.