Ah, the summer sales. While they can often receive a lukewarm reception when our bank accounts feel a tad fried, they're the best way to save money on new season essentials. Designer buys are always worth spending more money on; it's all about investing in quality pieces that'll last you a lifetime. And there's one place in particular that's caught our eye for making these wise investments at this time of the year: Mytheresa.com. Plus, receive an extra 20% off sale items using code EXTRA20 at checkout.
Mytheresa.com has hundreds of designer brands at up to 50% off, and with over 25,417 pieces available (last time we checked), our fashion editors have filtered out the very best bits (trust us—it was so worth it). It's all about those timeless, clever pieces you'll love and look after for the rest of time. From leather bags and great-fitting jeans to sandals we're confident will never date, we looked to the likes of Acne Studios, Chloé, Tibi and Isabel Marant to help us create our easy-to-shop edit of approved items.
Scroll down to for the 21 best luxury basics you should buy in the Mytheresa.com sale before they inevitably sell out. Go, go, go!
Timeless Sandals
It's the ideal time to snap up summery sandals for a cut of the price. Go for simple, sleek styles in neutral shades that won't date to make sure you'll get the wear out of them year after year.
They'll go with everything you own.
Have you ever seen a dreamier pair of black sliders? We didn't think so.
So chic.
Summery Jackets
This time of year it's easy to think about ditching layers for linen only, but it's also the ideal time to think about those pieces that'll see you through both seasons. Living in Great Britain it's almost essential to carry a blazer, biker or denim jacket even during the warmer months. Snap up the berry Acne Studios suede number and you'll never look back.
The cost per wear for this will end up being pennies.
You can style this classic so many ways.
Go oversized for a cool girl look.
Forever Jewels
You don't have to spend a fortune on jewellery to find pieces you'll wear on repeat. A good idea to opt for classics like medallion necklaces or fancy gold hoops. We're looking at you, Loren Stewart earnings.
They'll look so good with swimwear poolside.
So, so chic.
Hair clips are basically essential accessories for the foreseeable.
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Leather Bags
We see a leather designer bag as investments in their own right. So go for a more classic style you know won't date. Note: Keep it in the dust bag to make sure it stays looking its best.
The perfect work bag.
Classic in its colours but so detailed in its execution.
Discounted Chloé bags always get our vote.
Classic Dresses
It's officially dress season so you might as well snap up a bargain during the summer sales, right? Right. Go for slips, shirt dresses and wrap styles for options that'll look chic for any occasion from wedding to brunch. Once you get a good dress that fits to perfection you'll love it way beyond spring/summer 2019.
We've already seen so many influencers wearing this winner.
With trainers or mules, you'll style it so many ways.
So very chic.
Related: The Complete Capsule: Our List of the Best Basics Money Can Buy
Great Jeans
The endless struggle of finding the perfect pair gets that little bit easier once you look to more premium styles. The likes of M.I.H Jeans and Nanushka will be your denim destinations from here on out.
Go for a lighter wash for summer.
Trust us—a great pair of high rise jeans will change your life.
Team with a Broderie anglaise blouse and mules.
Investment Coats
Okay none of us are thinking about coats, and all of us are thinking about swimsuits and summer clothes but hear us out. Once you find The One (the perfect coat, that is), you're guaranteed to bring it to the forefront of your wardrobe year after year so it's time to plan ahead. Opt for tailored styles and look for more luxurious fabrics like mohair and wool blends for premium outerwear that lasts.
A belted style is one that'll never date. You'll wear this on repeat.
You can never go wrong with a classic camel coat.
A statement style can become your signature look.
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