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M A XI DRESSES
WRAP-OVER TIE DYE STRIPED TOWELLING FLORAL RUFFLED
A clever wrap-over
waist-tie will make
dressing for a beach
holiday ultra-easy
and super chic.
£100, French Connection
NECKLACE, £150,
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Three new-season
trends in only the
one dress? We’ve found
it. Nautical stripes,
tie-dye and a maxi dress!
£259, Velvet
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Whether you’re stuck in the city or further afield, when the heat is on maxi dresses are the only way to keep stylishly cool.
Once you know what styles to belt (and where) you’ll look chic until sunset
Flats + maxis
= classic
combo
We suggest that you
wear this bold dress
accessory free – a belt
would confuse the
optical-style stripes.
£12.99, H&M
Towelling is perfect for
the beach. Remember,
big dresses need
oversized bags
to balance them out.
£155, Juicy Couture
ACCESSORISE WITH…
The prettiest print in
a flattering bias-cut. Wear
for relaxed weddings
and picnics in the park.
£80, Kate Moss
for Topshop
Neat-fitting waistcoats will create a flattering shape while belts help to rein in acres of
voluminous fabric. Bin last year’s trilby in favour of the boater
GILET, £30,
TOPSHOP
BOATER, £25,
ASOS
PLATFORMS, £475,
JIMMY CHOO
BASKET, £1,180,
RALPH LAUREN
The Pucci-style
psychedelic print is
having a fashion moment
– nip in with a wide bold
black patent-leather belt.
£279, Rützou
SCARF, £235,
BALENCIAGA AT
MATCHES