As summer activities ramp up, UK fashion expert Jess Cartner-Morley has unveiled her essential style guide for July, highlighting key pieces designed to elevate summer wardrobes. Her selection spans high-street finds and more luxurious items, focusing on joyful and practical fashion for the season.
A standout trend for July is the statement jacket, with Cartner-Morley particularly enthused by the Marisa Berenson x Zara collection. This collaboration features a caped puffball evening jacket that merges vintage couture aesthetics with modern appeal. Additionally, the 'PE teacher' windbreaker, exemplified by a Free People design, is noted as a surprisingly chic and practical item, moving from school sports fields to fashion-forward urban wear.
The perennial white T-shirt also receives an update, with a folded-shoulder design offering a subtle yet significant improvement on the classic. This version features a classic crew neck combined with a slightly extended, stiffened double-layer cotton shoulder, providing an effortless yet refined look. Complementing these staples are playful patterns, with polka dots making a comeback in skirts, described as both 'cool and jolly', and the return of 'happy stripes' in a fine-knit cotton crochet tank.
Accessories are not overlooked, with a focus on both style and utility. A luxurious striped beach towel from The White Company is recommended for its timeless design and quality, evoking an 'Amalfi-coast-beach-club vibe'. For evenings, a small, versatile occasion bag with a drawstring closure from a London-based brand is highlighted for its ability to hold essentials while remaining convenient for dancing. Personalised tennis balls from Anya Hindmarch are also suggested as a thoughtful gift during Wimbledon fortnight.
In terms of beauty, Cartner-Morley addresses a common summer hair concern with a recommendation for Champo's flyaway fix serum. Applied with a mascara wand, this product is designed to smooth delicate strands and is also suitable for achieving a sleek, slicked-back bun, offering a practical solution for managing hair during warmer weather.
Source: The Guardian