Structured silhouettes, elevated basics and a day-to-night monochrome palette. It's the Scandinavian recipe for sartorial success.
Oh, we have spent hours in front of the mirror in an attempt to imitate the Swedish art of effortless dressing.
We'll team box-fresh trainers with tailored trousers borrowed from the boy's section for work. And come evening, we'll trade in mules for chunky velcro-strap sandals. But now, we may finally have the chance to get Scandi-dressing down to a T.
You needn't ever find an excuse to splurge on international shipping costs again, as the fashionable Scandinavian’s go-to store is being shipped to British shores this summer. Yes, you read that correctly. Weekday is planning to set up shop on Regent Street in August.
Never heard of it? Just imagine if & Other Stories and COS had a fashion baby. Yes, it's truly something to behold.
Within minutes of discovering the news, we'd curated the Scandi-Wannabe's weekly shopping list. So spare a moment to browse Grazia's best buys ahead of the grand unveiling...
The ‘It’ Sunglasses
A similar pair from fellow Swedish giant H&M sold out instantaneously so make sure to snap up these round frames, asap. We'll be teaming ours with everything from mandarin-collared shirts to the summer one-piece. Accessorise with an oversized straw bag for added sartorial points.
The Summer Staple
Weekday is renowned for its swimwear. We're talking minimal bandeau tops, cut-out swimsuits and arthouse-inspired beach prints. We have our eyes on this muted two-piece from the cult Swedish brand. We'll be shamelessly copying from the Swedes and teaming the bikini with Birkenstocks.
The Sister Brand
Last year, Weekday struck a friendship with cult sportswear brand Champion. The collaboration launched hoodies, sweatpants and ankle-skimming skirts that sold out instantaneously. And we're hoping the King of athleisure will show its face in the new store. If so, we have our eyes on this jersey skirt. Simply don with a basic tee and trainers.
The Investment Piece
It's undoubtedly the most important item in our spring wardrobe. The biker jacket. We're forever on the hunt for a could-be-designer number which doesn't break the bank. And good news, as we've finally tracked it down. We'll be teaming this leather jacket with a printed slip dress and 'ugly' sandals.
The Workwear Essential
Weekday does one thing particularly well. Shirts. Whether you're seeking an oversized white blouse, a pinstripe funnel-neck number or a printed piece with super sleeves - the Swedish brand has you covered. We cannot wait to reinvent our workwear this season with the help of Weekday. We've already put our names down for this blue shirt. Simply half-tuck into jeans and finish with slip-on mules.
Take note of Grazia's fashion favourites in the gallery below:
Weekday Best Buys - Grazia
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Ah, this is summer's answer to the minimal duster jacket. We'll be layering this blush hued wrap-around over wide-legged trousers and a white tee.
Naomi Coat, £70, Weekday
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Sport athleisure this season with these primary red kick-flares. Pair with a white shirt and box-fresh trainers.
Rita Trousers, £45, Weekday
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These round frames are bound to sell out. We'll be investing, asap.
Rounded Sunglasses, £12, Weekday
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And just like that, we have found the biker of the season. We'll be juxtaposing this leather with a pretty floral dress.
Jemina Leather Jacket, £225, Weekday
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The slip dress has been reinvented this season. Don this arthouse-inspired number with block heels.
Jackie Slip Dress, £80, Weekday
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Weekday isn't restricted to minimal hues. This floral print shirt will be the ultimate transseasonal piece as we approach summer.
Tiedye Shirt, £ , Weekday
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The Weekday x Champion collaboration was a huge talking point and we still haven't finished investing. We have our eyes on this zip-up from the exclusive line.
Smith Oversized Hoodie, £95, Weekday
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Define athleisure and tuck a basic white tee into this ankle-skimming skirt from the Weekday x Champion collaboration. Finish with Birkenstocks.
Champion Skirt, £68, Weekday
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You can never have too many pairs of Birkenstocks. We're hoping the new store will give us the opportunity to fund our addiction to 'ugly' dad sandals.
Arizona Birko-Flor Sandal, £75, Weekday
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We'll be layering this black slip over a crisp white shirt boasting supersized sleeves. Finish with stacked jewellery and leather sandals.
Pillow Strap Dress, £40, Weekday
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Refresh your summer workwear wardrobe with a couple of Weekday's must-have shirts. We'll be teaming this blue pinstripe number with step-hem jeans and cross-over mules.
Aster Shirt, £45, Weekday
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& Other Stories has some serious competition when it comes to minimal accessories. We cannot wait to bag this cross-body number.
Donna Bag, £75, Weekday
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Forget staple black when investing in accessories this season. Brighten up your commute with a mustard tote.
Sweet Leather Tote, £80, Weekday
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Weekday has a talent for minimal but pretty lingerie. Make sure to bookmark your favourite pieces ahead of the store launch as they're sure to sell out.
Madonna Bra And Knickers, £19, Weekday
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We've just found the 'It' bikini of the summer. Take inspo from the Swedes and pair with Birkenstocks and a supersized straw bag.
Secret Swim Bandeau, £20, Weekday
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