This Zara Set Has Quietly Become The Outfit Of The Summer – And It’s Still Available To Shop

While there's no denying just how much fun it is to pick out and put together an outfit in the morning, there's something to be said for the easy breezy nature of a get-up-and-go outfit that eliminates at least one step in the process of getting ready. That's why, I will never stop waxing lyrical about co-ords - the ultimate style shortcut.

This summer, high street champion Zara has provided an endless supply of perfect summer outfits, currently led by the knit bandeau top and combined knit skirt co-ord. With frilled detailing on top and layered fabrics at the bottom, this Zara two-piece strikes the perfect balance between contemporary and classic. It's the ultimate summer outfit, and after scrolling past it a few too many times on Instagram, I knew it was time to take the plunge.

Styling the co-ord is effortless; simply throw on the top and skirt, pick out your favourite pair of shoes, and you’re good to go. With summer here and the encouragement to let our feet breathe, sandals are a great choice, but trainers will work just as well, whether you’re after a pop of colour with Puma Speedcats - or embracing some of the season’s biggest trends with a pair of Onitsuka Tigers in black and white.

But just because it's a co-ord doesn't mean you have to wear it as one – getting the most out of one means styling each piece individually, too. Take the top, for instance, which pairs seamlessly with any trouser (might we suggest the COS relaxed twill Trouser) or a classic pair of denim jeans. Or, if you’re keen to keep things breezy for warm summer days and stuffy tube commutes, swap in a swishy, ankle-grazing denim skirt for a floaty feel. Pick a pair of cool girl sunglasses that’ll take your outfit from simple to chic in an instant, and if you’re planning on wearing the two-piece during a trip to the Med, accompany it with a classic raffia tote Côte d’Azur style.

Shop the two-piece now before it sells out, and if ecru isn’t quite your colour, opt for the ballerina pink iteration, which we’ve featured below. But hurry - this co-ord will sell faster than you can say summer essentials.

Shop: Zara Co-Ord In Pink

Image credit: @kasalmen and @meg_legs

Emma Richardson is a fashion commerce writer for Grazia. She was previously a fashion and beauty commerce writer for Heat and Closer, and has contributed digital content for a variety of lifestyle brands. Emma finds much of her inspiration in celebrity style, with Sienna Miller often being a major influence, and loves a pair of ballet pumps and a trusted trench coat.