Pack it up, pack it in. With holiday season upon us, editor Sophie Ritchie shares what to pack for a dose of poolside poise this summer.

AllSaints’ Alexia Mariana Dress – Blue Tie Dye

Made from lightweight silk-blend fabric with an all-over tie dye print, this AllSaints is ultra flattering, no matter where your suitcase travels take you. With a figure-skimming fit, it’s hard not to want to rewear this time and time again – to the beach club, to dinner, to the rooftop bar – the world is your (tie-dye) oyster. 

£179.00, shop via very.co.uk

Matthew Williamson Kensington Flat Sandal

Standout in the sand with the The Kensington Flat Sandal, featuring a bespoke print created by iconic British fashion designer, Matthew Williamson.

The floral motif is complemented with an abstract ikat design to create a beautiful bohemian print across the quilted upper, whilst the gold eagle head features rainbow crystals on the foot strap. Mermaidcore at its sparkliest. 

RRP £149.00, shop via kurtgeiger.com

Alterna's CAVIAR Replenishing Moisture Masque

Frizzy hair, be gone. Avoid those 'Monica from Friends' moments with the Caviar Replenishing Moisture Masque - an intensive moisturizing treatment that replenishes moisture-starved strands, leaving hair smooth, silky and youthfully restored. Perfect for straight, wavy, curly, coiled and tightly coiled hair. 

RRP £52.10, shop vis alternadirect.co.uk

Dior Addict Shine Refillable Lipstick

Give it some lip. Dior Addict is the Dior shine lipstick designed like a fashion accessory, with a fine, ultra-creamy texture that glides on lips to deliver instant comfort.

Infused with jasmine wax and vegetable-based oils, Dior Addict is ideal for easy glam from lounger to bar lounge. 

RRP £37.00, shop via harveynichols.com

 

Chapter.London's Pinky Palm Print Wide Leg Trouser

Partake in palm print - these wide leg statement trousers will be your go-to trousers this summer. 

With a comfy elasticated waist (hello to pasta and paella feasts), the light pink and black print makes a statement and the wide leg really flatters your curves.

Style with a white t-shirt or dress it up with your favourite blouse for some va va voom.

£45.00, shop via chapter.london

DR PAW PAW’s Daily Routine SPF Set

Discover the ultimate must-haves for your daily skincare routine to keep your skin cleansed, hydrated and protected from the sun.

This useful bundle features a 3 in 1 cleansing balm, containing upcycled, ethically sourced Papaya Seed Oil that carefully nourishes and resurfaces the skin, plus a 4 in 1 face serum that provides the ultimate multi-tasking superhero 4 in 1 treatment. 

Top it off with the SPF 50 day cream -a protective, fragrance-free, vegan day cream formula. Keep skin safe, whilst looking your suavest.

£48.00, shop via drpawpaw.com

Curlsmith Effortless Waves

Hello natural waves, goodbye frizz! This lightweight styling spray will give body, shape and definition to your natural waves while helping to reduce frizz and leaving your hair feeling super soft.

This styling spray is full of hydrating ingredients and has zero alcohol, so won't become crunchy or dry your hair out. 

£24.00, shop via uk.curlsmith.com

Visible Youth™’s Multipeptide Super Serum

Combining opatented Hyoglass™ Technology with Glycopeptides, extract of Maca, Nutripeptides and Oat Lipids, this potent and rapidly absorbed Multi-Peptide Super Serum delivers exceptional results – think Goddess skin that visibly smooths fine lines and targets pronounced wrinkles at the same time. Pack it in your suitcase and apply during morning and evening skincare regime for a refreshing glow until it’s time to board the plane again. 

£85.00, shop via visibleyouth.com/

Free People's Adella Maxi Slip - Black

Hello to a boho summer.  This Free People slip dress, now in a maxi silhouette, features the brand’s best-selling Adella bralette at the top with boho crochet lace details and a light and airy skirt with a tiered hem.

Think intricate detail, sexy design and the ideal blend of Old World embellishment with a modern twist.

RRP £108.00, shop via very.co.uk

SKIMS’ Zipped high-neck recycled stretch-nylon swimsuit

Kim Kardashian’s SKIMS Swim has travelled from sun-drenched Cali and landed at Selfridges – its next stop? Your suitcase. Ticking every box – from its planet-friendly fabric to the figure-sculpting silhouette and dreamy colourways – this  swimsuit is one way to make a splash poolside. A sporty style with a high-neck and zipped front, it’s suited for aqua aerobics and morning swim sessions alike, designed to flatter every curve.

£92.00, shop via selfridges.com

Celine's Cat-eye framed sunglasses

Bring a dose of Parisian chic along with you thanks to these classic sunglasses. Creative Director Hedi Slimane combines his signature rock’n’roll influences with the brand’s classic French style and vintage inspiration from its 70s archives to create a wow-worthy finish. Wear them time and time again for instant style, no matter where your travels take you.

 

RRP £360.00, shop via selfridges.com

Endless Love Affair’s Ellie Pink Tie Back Swimsuit

Dainty and sweet, make a pastel pink statement with the Ellie swimsuit – featuring a tie back, frill trims and plunge front. With a delicate pastel pink hue, this is a truly timeless piece that combines elegance with intricate design. 

RRP £80.00, shop via endlessloveaffair.com

Jewel Tree London's Urban Bracelet In Green Onyx

Hello, wrist candy. Appealing in its bold simplicity whilst designed to reflect the lifestyle of the urban woman, add a dash of vibrancy with this green bracelet.

It features a stunning Green Onyx baguette that has been hand-cut to design specifications and channel set in Sterling Silver with 18ct Gold Vermeil. Prepare to go green-eyed - we love.

£95.00, shop via lonedesignclub.com

AUREE JEWELLERY’S Havana Gold And Tomato Red Enamel T-Bar Necklace

This is the classic T-Bar pendant reimagined with a pop of colour! Inspired by the vibrant colours of Havana, these necklaces are ideal for layering and will suit just about anyone. 

Featuring 18ct Yellow Gold Vermeil on Sterling Silver T-Bar Pendant with bright red enamel detail, this vibrant piece is designed to be durable – and even comes with a five-year guarantee. 

£95.00, shop via aureejewellery.com

LifeJacket Mineral SPF 50+ Stick

Developed and made in Britain, LifeJacket Skin Protection produces a range of high-performance, water resistant and cruelty free skin protection products.  

Looking like a lobster is never cute - this pocket/carry-on luggage friendly stick is perfect for those hard to reach or often forgotten areas such as, lips, scalp, ears, and eyelids! Plus, the lightweight, non-greasy, fragrance-free formula is ideal for those with skin sensitivity or those wanting to apply makeup on top. 

£16.00, shop via lifejacketskin.com

Loewe x Paula’s Ibiza Petal raffia and leather basket bag

Two words. IT. BAG. Plucked from the label’s latest collaboration with Paula’s Ibiza, this sun-drenched style is sculpted into a scalloped silhouette from fine raffia, laced using an ancient canutillo weaving technique. Crowned with the house’s unmistakable entwined anagram cut from buttery leather, it opens to reveal one main compartment, primed for collecting freshly picked flowers from meadows (or you know, your favourite lipstick).

£1000, shop via selfridges.com

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