It's been a long, hot summer, and along with the climbing temperatures come the usual seasonal dressing dilemmas. If you've rummaged through your wardrobe and found yourself declaring that you've still "got nothing to wear!", there's no better time to refresh your wardrobe and start building a clever capsule to see you through the season. Thanks to NET-A-PORTER, the job just got a whole lot easier.
Seasoned shoppers will know all too well that the luxury shopping destination has just about everything your wardrobe could possibly need from some of the world's biggest names in fashion as well as the up-and-coming brands you should have on your radar. Amongst the mix of well-established designers such as Gucci, Chloé and Loewe are new Who What Wear favourites such as Deiji Studios and A.Emery, but with dozens of new items landing on the site every day, it can be difficult to know where to start when you're looking for that special something.
To save you valuable time on scrolling, we looked through over 10,000 pieces on the NET-A-PORTER site to bring you an edit of the very best pieces to consider. In the mix are exclusive high-summer staples, new cult classics and some old favourites that are gaining certified best-seller status, and for good reason. Consider these the buys worth investing in now and loving forever. Keep scrolling for our ultimate wish list. You can thank us later.
Summer-Ready Dresses
A good dress is the easiest instant outfit in your arsenal. Look out for mood-boosting prints, eye-catching colours and classic silhouettes that will stand the test of time.
A dress so iconic it even got the Carrie Bradshaw seal of approval.
Just add chunky sandals for a boho look with polish.
White cotton dresses are a summer staple, and the details on this Tove one make it stand out from the crowd.
We're calling it: A light slip dress is the best summer dress of all time.
If you haven't already fallen for Sleeper's charming puff-sleeve dresses, this new strawberry print just might convince you.
Wear now with strappy sandals and through autumn with knee-high boots. That's more bang for your buck.
Minimalists, take note. This is how to add colour and print to an outfit without having to compromise your sleek aesthetic.
All the most fashionable influencers seem to own Dôen dresses, and this is a testament to why.
Simple but effective, the incredible silhouette makes this dress the ideal choice for contemporary brides.
The perfect holiday dress doesn't exis…
Keep-Cool Shirts & Shorts
It took some time, but we finally nailed it. The equation for the perfect summer outfit is shirt + shorts + sandals. It's a comfortably cool outfit in every sense of the word.
One of the chicest co-ords to hit the market this summer.
The easiest way to perfect the effortlessly cool "I just threw this on" look.
Anything from Matteau tops our list, and the Mulberry shirt is a hit in all four colourways.
Echo the sunshine in warm citrus shades.
Proof that linen shirts don't have to be simple, white or long-sleeve.
White denim goes with everything your favourite pair of blue jeans do.
Yes, they're leather, but they're roomy too, so no clingy, clammy fabric.
Nothing says "straight off the beach" like shell shorts.
Veronica Beard knows good denim, and these chic high-waisted shorts are no exception.
The Wearable Wide-Leg
High-waisted, leg-lengthening and with minimal cling, wide-leg trousers are a universally flattering wardrobe staple. Wear with a cropped top, tucked-in shirt or even a basic tee, and let the sculptural tailoring do all of the talking.
Impeccably draped, lightweight linen trousers (and they're a NET-A-PORTER exclusive, so you won't find them anywhere else).
According to the fashion set, cargo pants are back. And if The Frankie Shop confirms it, we're inclined to believe it.
"Puddle pants" just overtook cropped trousers as the new trouser fit du jour.
Nothing says "weekend trousers" like a loose fit and elasticated waist, so here's your excuse retire those reliable joggers. For now anyway.
Summer Shoes
Put your best foot forward in some seriously good-looking strappy shoes, and make the most out of the warm weather before boot season rolls around.
For long-wearing espadrilles with fashionable edge, look no further than Valentino.
The shoes that single-handedly elevated the flip-flop to luxury status.
We're flatform obsessed, and this raffia style style is no exception.
Ultra-chic, barely there sandals for the outfits that call for a refined finishing touch.
Because cashmere is shorthand for comfort, right?
Party shoes that will last all night.
Bottega accessories might be even more sought-after than the ready-to-wear. Case in point: the Lido slides.
Top Trending Bags
Mini baguettes, XXL totes, evening clutches… You name it; we found it. Whether you're heading to the office, meeting up for dinner, packing for a holiday or shopping at the weekend, there's a bag for every occasion. Now we just need to
From its Woody Canvas Tote to its Marcie Raffia bag, Chloé is leading the way when it comes to luxury beach-ready bags. Next on our wish list is the Woody Raffia.
If you haven't already heard of Dragon Diffusion, you're about to see its classic woven totes everywhere.
Travel light and in style.
For the event with the strict dress code, you're guaranteed to make the right first impression with this wearable art.
It's a tried-and-tested formula: Swapping out your shoulder bag for an oversized clutch is guaranteed to earn you major fashion points.
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