25 Brands For Your Wardrobe And Lifestyle Essentials This Summer
Look from Alexandra Miro's latest summer collection
Whatever your plans this summer, turn up the heat with these 25 wardrobe and lifestyle essentials — at home or on the go.
Sunglasses now form part of your identity and are a way of style — don’t forget to grab your favorite from Linda Farrow’s Postcards from Rio collection due to launch on July 11. Inspired by the vibrant and buzzing city of Rio de Janeiro with its positive energy and good vibes, the new AW23 collection will add that much-needed finishing touch to any outfit.
Looks from Linda Farrow's Postcards from Rio collection due to be launched on July 11
WHILE WE’RE aWAKE just launched a summer capsule in 100% cotton lightweight fleece, designed for ultimate comfort and longevity. Wear the green mini skirt (pictured below) over swimwear for poolside lunch or as a set with the hoodie for a more complete, laid back summer look.
Green zipper hoodie and green mini skirt by WHILE WE’RE aWAKE
Instagram’s favorite brand for vintage-style dresses has announced their latest drop: a co-created, extended sizing collection with Abisola Omole ranging from size UK 6-26 (US 2-24). The eight-piece collection launched on July 5 and has been designed to ensure a wider range of shapes can wear chic, playful pieces, this summer and beyond.
Abisola Omole in look from RIXO x ABISOLA OMOLE collection
There’s never been a better time to wear head to toe pink than now. With Greta Gerwig’s highly anticipated Barbie movie premiere just around the corner, get your outfit ready with Cultnaked’s PINK MOON top cut in a one shoulder silhouette. Made from tulle covered in shimmering sequins, this top is designed to be seen.
PINK MOON top by Cultnaked
London-based Lebanese designer Mira Mikati has just unveiled their second collaboration with Spanish artist Javier Calleja, and the result? A whimsical meeting of the worlds of art and fashion, with the limited-edition capsule collection brings together Mikati’s love for color with Calleja’s distinct artistic talent and philosophy.
Mira Mikati x Javier Calleja 3D Knit Sweater
Ibizan brand Charo Ruiz’s latest collection A La Fresca is what summer dreams are made of. Pair these trousers with the matching top for chic date night or with string bikinis for beach clubs. Now available on Matches and Net A Porter.
Look from A La Fresca collection by Charo Ruiz
Move over, Aperol, there’s a new spritz intown. Meet Pomello, a refreshing aperitif with blends of pomello and elderflower designed to be served as a spritz, a first for the UK market. Refreshingly light and effortlessly chic in the most mesmerizing shade of coral, Pomello is the perfect blend of Swedish culture and LA lifestyle.
Pomello and Elderflower apéritif by Pomello
BURGA, the tech accessories brand founded by two friends from Lithuania, has just launched their El Sol collection. Derived from the Spanish sun, this collection is influenced by the vibrant energy of Spain and Mexico, perfect for dressing your phone in this summer.
BURGA tech cases
Piece of White and Bettina Looney’s new collab collection is the answer to your dream vacation wardrobe. Inspired by iconic designs from the brand, the capsule collection features 4 brand new designs, along with the best-selling Peony dress in new, exclusive Bettina Looney colorways, Artichoke and Walnut.
Bettina Looney wearing designs from the Piece of White x Bettina Looney collection
Now available in the most delicious sorbet shades, British designer Serena Bute’s sleek and flattering designs feature classic cut that will retain its appeal season after season — perfect for this summer and many more to come.
Serena Bute Tank Dress in neon pink
On July 1, the brand known for sports utility chic launched the Glitter Campaign, featuring styles and accessories that can be dressed up or down for any occasion.
Alexander Wang launches Glitter Campaign on July 1, including styles that can be dressed up or down
Kyiv-based cult party wear label introduce its new Resort 2023 collection that consists of eye-catching garments inspired by bold aesthetics of the early 2000s. Think sparkly bikinis and outfits in the juiciest colors, the Ukranian brand is bringing sexy back and setting the mood for this season.
Look from Santa Brands' Resort 23 collection
Keep up with your hectic summer schedule by having your health on track. Dirtea’s new Matcha Super Blend combines 100% pure ceremonial-grade Japanese matcha (foraged in the Shizuoka Region of Japan) with its functional mushrooms and adaptogens for the ultimate summer drink — delicious and does wonders to your body.
Dirtea launched its newest mix with matcha
Opt for something different this summer with the calming silvery tone of Memara’s stunning handcrafted hammered hoop earrings. Made of 100% sterling silver, the hoops are the perfect blend of classy and cool.
Soho Hoops in silver by Memara
Oceanus is your one stop shop for the best summer wardrobe. You can now also match your bikini to your outfit with the brand’s best-selling ALIONA dress.
Aliona Dress by Oceanus
For the new range, the Italian jewelry brand takes inspiration in irregular, deep cracks on the ground, and reworks the lines and shapes in chockers, rings, bracelets and ear cuffs, paying close attention to the choice of material used and sustainability in manufacturing.
Silver ring by Generazione Zordan
Relax in the comfies loungewear like Oprah and Kim K in Stripe & Stare’s newest collab collection with Eveliina Vintage. The collaboration, inspired by vintage undergarments, uses archival prints from Eveliina with Stripe and Stare’s soft cloud sustainable fabric, and features 10 summer-ready styles.
Looks from Stripe & Stare x Eveliina Vintage collection
Miami Sample is the must-visit virtual market place for all worthy sample sales. Founded by Bree Feibischoff, Miami Sample featured over 300 brands and has grown 100% year over year since its establishment in 2020. The Arrivals® VADER IV jacket — available now and perfect for these cooler summer nights — features a vegetable tanned leather, treated with natural compounds and a light water resistant finish
The Arrivals® VADER IV available at MIAMI SAMPLE
Seen on everybody who’s anybody, Miræ Paris’ seductive, girly and romantic styles should definitely be part of your summer 23 wardrobe.
Kora dress by Miræ Paris
Soru’s new collection oozes the brand’s Sicilian heritage and beach lifestyle. Indulge in the timeless beauty of the Antica Necklace and matching earrings as pictured below — inspired by an exquisite ammonite fossil recreated in lustrous gold — and add a touch of refined elegance to your summer style.
Soru's new collection for the summer is inspired by their Sicilian heritage and beach lifestyle
Silvia Astore’s new collection TROPICANA sees a free spirited, inspiration-seeker who loves travel and wants to feel glamorously confident. Expect jewel tones, sheer silk and lace paired and contrasted with denim, all in statement silhouettes with adventurous cutout details.
Tish dress by Silvia Astore
Make John Bell Croyden your one stop shop for all things beauty, health and wellness. The establishment, tracing its history to 1798, is the most stylish pharmacy space in London, featuring some of the most prestigious brands including Nobel Panacea.
The Elemental Cleansing Balm And Exfoliating Refiner 30 doses by Noble Panacea at John Bell Croyden
The hottest sandals have just dropped — handcrafted and made from recycled plastic bottles, these gem-embellished, lace trimmed styles by Siedres in collaboration with Arizona Love are all you need this summer.
CASSIE style from the Siedres x Arizona Love collection
A luxury fashion brand inspired by the versatility of the glamorous light-packing 60’s icons, KALITA’s lightweight, feminine and highly wearable pieces are what you need this summer — like the Tuxedo Beach Shirt (pictured below left) crafted from 100% cotton voile, breathable, comfortable, and uber stylish.
Looks from KALITA SS23 collection
Chimi and Swedish megacar company Koenigsegg have released a racing-inspired collaboration fronted by Swedish rapper Yung Lean and featuring the same materials used in the construction of Koenigsegg’s Agera, the world’s fastest car. The FORCA-G sunglasses, a limited-edition aviator silhouette inspired by racing culture, is made in lightweight titanium for durability to last a lifetime — the frame will not ever rust, tarnish or corrode.
Forca-G Titanium Black sunglasses from the Chimi x Koenigsegg collaboration
Look no further than Folklore the Label for all your arm candy requirements this summer. With a focus on geometric shapes and modern aesthetics through seasonless drops, the brand made their much loved “Mini Money” bag (as pictured below) available in sustainable lambskin in two sizes and an array of gorgeous colors. All bags are locally made and 100% biodegradable, with them using only natural vegetable dyes in the tanning process.
Money Pouch in Camel Brown Leather by Folklore the Label
Founded in 2020 by Gozde Arig, Filiarmi’s SS23 collection has a distinct 30s retro feel, underpinned by a mediterranean mood of sea and sunset. Made in limited quantities, the brand’s classic yet contemporary aesthetics have been an instant hit. Expect parachute-like voluminous ruffle necklines, cascade maxi floor length gowns in deep teal and monochrome, with tangerine butterfly-bodiced mini dresses and pared-back aqua silk midi skirts mimicking the seashore at sunrise.
Diana Gown by Filiarmi
Kylie Jenner has been seen this week on IG wearing the Juliet style from the brand’s new, best-selling Bridal Collection — need I say more?
The Juliet suit by 437 Bridal Swim
Linda FarrowRIXO x ABISOLA OMOLECharo RuizPomelloDirteaSILVIA ASTORESiedres x Arizona Love