Whether you are off to Santorini or Sicily, Bali or Biarritz, one thing is for certain, summer trips demand a shopping haul. Wondering where to grab those all-important holiday essentials? Well you're in luck, we've rounded up our favourite go-to brands. Happy shopping!
Castañer
Best for: Espadrilles
Nothing screams French girl chic more than a pair of tie-up espadrilles, and no one does them better than Spanish brand Castañer. Loved by a whole host of fashion folk - including Pandora Sykes, Laura Jackson and Jeanne Damas - Castañer have been making their cult woven shoes since 1927. An essential item for any warm weather jaunt, this perennial shoe style never dates meaning you can wear them summer after summer.
Pampelone
Best for: Cotton beach dresses
No good holiday wardrobe is complete without a cotton white dress. Cool and comfortable they’re the ideal option for throwing over swimwear pre beachside lunch or post-pool cocktails.
Pampelone’s superior selection has everything from embroidered maxis to off-the-shoulder minis.
Rixo
Best for: Happy hour maxis
This summer’s fashion editor-approved choice, Rixo’s print heavy dresses have been all-over Instagram of late. Whether it’s a Pinterest-inspired palm leaves, Matisse style florals or an technicolour stars, Rixo’s maxi dresses make the perfect sartorial partner for sunset cocktails.
Rae Feather
Best for: Personalised raffia accessories
In case you missed the memo, raffia accessories are big right now. And what’s even more on trend is personalised raffia accessories - Rae Feather’s speciality. Whether you fancy a slogan straw hat or a monogrammed wicker basket, Rae Feather can make all your dreams come true. Offering an abundance of colourways, designs and and trimmings (think fringing and pom-poms galore), there really is something for everyone.
Ancient Greek Sandals
Best for: Wear-with-everything sandals
Handmade in Greece using traditional methods, if you want a pair of sandals that are both stylish yet sturdy, look no further than Ancient Greek Sandals. Whether you’re planning a fly-and-flop beach trip or an action-packed city break, their sandals will see you through.
Pippa Holt Kaftans
Best for: Technicolour cover-ups
Holidays provide a much-needed opportunity to inject some colour into your wardrobe. Case in point: Pippa Holt’s colourful kaftans. Forget all preconceptions you have about kaftans, these beautiful handcrafted masterpieces are created by a group of artisans in a remote part of Mexico. Suited to beach days and alfresco dinners in equal measure, we want every single one.
Asceno
**Best for: ** Linen shirts
If minimalist dressing is more your thing then Asceno is probably your holidaywear heaven - think relaxed fits, neutral colour pallettes and light fabrics. Our favourite? Their linen shirts. Wear over a bikini for a cool-girl alternative to the kaftan or pair with denim cut-offs and espadrilles when the sun sets.
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