Summer was almost here last week. I had the windows down and my sunglasses on driving to work everyday! However, despite the fact it is DISMAL today – I remain inspired by the sun’s fleeting visit and have compiled my Summer wardrobe lust-haves!  

1. I love florals at the best of times but especially in Summer (aside from being pursued by pollen-hungry wasps). This lovely asymmetric dress is Summer dressing at its easiest. I’ll be wearing it with gladiator style or embellished sandals.  http://bit.ly/hDVXJz

2. Peter pan collars are still effortlessly cool and this sleeveless blouse is an updated version of the A/W trend. Drape it over tapered trousers or tuck into denim shorts. http://bit.ly/fdStWC

3. Brights are back with a vengeance and the rule is – there are no rules! Clash to your heart’s content! If you’re not so daring, get colourful with accessories instead. This multicoloured clutch is a great way to add a pop of colour to your outfit. http://bit.ly/ggN3af

4. Tailoring maintains its presence for S/S11. This versatile blazer is perfect for throwing on when the evenings get chilly. Equally, it could be worn with some light coloured tapered chinos and killer heels for an androgynous evening look. http://bit.ly/h1Vwyf

5. Skater style skirts are great to dress up or down! I’ll be layering an oversized grey T-shirt over this one with bright white pumps and cute socks. Alternatively – you could wear it with a sheer blouse, chunky heels and socks combo for a geek-chic, evening look! http://bit.ly/gA92iB

6. Skinny jeans are a wardrobe staple but in Summer, I’m looking for something a bit more interesting. These tan jeans are a blue/black denim substitute, ideal for when the sun’s out but you’ve still got goose pimples!  http://bit.ly/gvyakG

7. Denim shorts are so versatile and I can see myself living in these ones all summer! Pair with an oversized T-shirt, over the knee socks and floral wellies for a fabulous festival look! http://bit.ly/h2V1X8

8. These gorgeous embellished sandals bring Summer to any outfit! Pair with anything from miniscule shorts to maxi skirts. Add a turquoise ring or necklace to complete your look! http://bit.ly/ew3CyC

9. Colour blocking is another huge trend for S/S11 and this leather and suede bag works it to the max. http://bit.ly/fmpuh7

10.  Finally, this mottled effect T-shirt is fit for every purpose. I’ll be wearing it with floral skirts, denim shorts and chinos alike. http://bit.ly/ggJcjG

We love the photo shoot in this month’s Elle magazine ‘Style for Less’ supplement in association with none other than NEXT! Our model Emanuela De Paula looks fabulous in some key pieces from our Spring/Summer Collection. Which is your favourite…

Read more »

As March has rolled around again, it’s wonderfully refreshing to start seeing a few glimpses of dazzling, if slightly chilly, sunshine. And as an avid lover and worshipper of the beautiful weather, coupled with the prospect of an Italian vacation later on…

Read more »

NEXT have teamed up with Glamour Magzine for their 10th anniversary issue and created a one-off ‘GLAMOUR DRESS’ for summer. The dress, as modelled by Jameela Jamil, covers some of the season’s key trends, being pleated, one shouldered, and in a…

Read more »

Now that London Fashion Week is over, check out our round-up of some of the best looks from each day of the AW/11 collections. Bold colours continue to be a key trend, with vivid shades of orange, red and blue seen…

Read more »

As another London Fashion Week draws to a close, there’s this sweet, sad, relieved end-of-school-term feeling in the air. I’m heading over to Somerset House now for Man Day as it’s been called (I used to call it Boy’s Day) but…

Read more »

Day 5 – the last of the women’s days for London Fashion Week (and then, there’s one day for the men, bless their cotton socks), was going to be a long one for me. And there was a ‘chance of…

Read more »

There are many aspects of London Fashion Week that makes the whole event so colourful – the shows, the street style, the celebrities… but many seem to forget about the treasure hidden in Somerset House. In some sense it’s perfect…

Read more »