Summer, is that you? Finally the warm weather has graced us, and its time to get our wardrobes in check. With the countdown to al fresco dinners and beachside adventures on, we may not have yet readied our closets for summer's arrival. Perhaps you haven't yet added a sunshine-ready basket bag to your collection or found the perfect pair of linen shorts that can propel your office and off-duty looks alike to all-new levels of chic. Luckily, I'm dedicated to guiding you through shopping purchases so that they can be the most thoughtful and long-lasting additions to your wardrobe.
As editors, we have many skills, from hunting the high street for hidden gems to identifying the luxury pieces worth spending that bit extra on. When it comes to the latter, we're well-versed in the forever bags that only get better with age, the summer dresses that you'll reach for year after year and being able to spot a burgeoning brand icon that's new to the market.
I've searched through thousands of summer-ready luxury buys to bring you a strict edit of what's worth your attention. From Dôen's iconic dresses to Zimmermann's sunshine-ready two pieces, beloved sandals from The Row to fresh-in tailoring courtesy of Rohé, each piece is a standout in its own right. Together, they make up an elevated and sophisticated summer wardrobe that can prepare your outfits for dinner dates, trips away and even your everyday coffee runs.
Keep scrolling to explore the luxury summer fashion items that are truly worth seeing.
SHOP THE BEST LUXURY SUMMER FASHION ITEMS:
A-line skirts are everywhere right now, and Reformation's is particularly polished.
Basket-bag season has arrived, and this Saint Laurent one will be a prized companion for years.
Posse's cult waistcoats are finally available in the UK—don't snooze on this one.
No matter the season, the Margaux always deserves a moment.
This elevated set has me packing my suitcase already.
The most sophisticated shorts I ever did see.
There's something about big gold earrings that are eternally suited to summer.
The hard part is choosing between the five stellar colourways.
I rely on light linen pieces through the warmest days.
Even minimalists are eyeing up colourful shoes and accessories when the sunshine arrives.
Tortoiseshell sunglasses are never out of fashion.
Easy and understated yet still incredibly elevated. It could only be Toteme.
Who knew swimwear could be so elegant?
Wholesale Replica Bag addition to the brand's collection of instantly recognisable accessories.
Pair with tailored shorts when heading to work or throw over a bikini as a cover-up.
These sandals have proved their timeless appeal as a cult item for the past four years.
From the bold shade to the intricate embroidery, every aspect of this dress is just right.
The elevated way to add denim shorts into your summer outfit builds.
Beautiful dresses with intricate detailing is what Dôen does best.
Add a touch of joy with colourful jewellery.
If you're looking to bring your jeans into the summer months, try this playful striped pair.
I've spotted so many fashion people wearing these comfortable yet chic sandals.
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