EVERY PIECE WORTH INVESTING IN FOR YOUR SUMMER CAPSULE WARDROBE

Pull&Bear Oversize short sleeve t-shirt in white, £12.99

When you start to build a summer capsule wardrobe, a simple tee is the first step. It’s a staple – just pair yours with skirts, jeans, tailored trousers… you can even wear an oversized style as a bikini cover-up. 

Substitute with: A classic tank top, if that's more your vibe.

Levi's high waisted mom short in mid wash, £45

A solid base for warm-weather days is a pair of denim shorts. Whether you go for casual cut-offs, a smarter look with turned-up cuffs or a longer mom style, they’re sure to see you through the summer.

Substitute with: Need something smarter? Longline shorts are perfect for day-to-night dressing.

New Look puff sleeve v neck midi dress in black, £30

It’s a warm summer day in the office, you’ve got plans after work and you need something that works for both. So what do you wear? A classic midi dress. This 100% cotton style is lightweight and breathable enough to deal with summer's heat, office-appropriate, and is perfect for strolling European streets on your next city break.

Substitute with: A linen suit would be equally cool for summer months, if dresses aren't your thing.

ASOS DESIGN utility pocket short trench with cotton in light stone, £50

Whether it’s a cropped trench or a denim jacket thrown over your cute summer dresses, light layers are essential in a capsule wardrobe (especially on chilly evenings once the sun's gone down).

Substitute with: A lightweight knit would work equally well here. 

Birkenstock Arizona EVA Sandals in eggshell, £50

The ultimate goes-with-everything holiday shoes are sandals. Birkenstocks are the gold standard for comfort – perfect for a long day of exploring. A pair of classic Arizonas in a neutral colour will go just as well with your denim shorts as your floaty dress. They're a beach-holiday essential and you can pair them with fluffy socks for the flight home. Everyone's a winner.

Substitute with: Want something more low key? Havaianas do the same job, with a more minimal look and feel.

ASOS DESIGN tailored relaxed blazer in black, £35

The basics of a minimalist wardrobe will always include a blazer. It’s one of the easiest ways to make an outfit look chic, so you definitely need one for your capsule wardrobe. Style with a plain white tee and jeans or shorts for an effortless everyday look.

Substitute with: Opt for a linen style for something even more summer-ready.

Bershka boyfriend jeans in denim blue, £35.99

It may be summer, but let’s be honest… the sun doesn't shine 24/7.  A pair of boyfriend jeans like these will look good with your classic tee too.

Substitute with: Swap the classic blue denim for white or beige to lighten up your look.

JDY Petite linen mix shirt & trousers co-ord in white, from £32

Nothing looks (or feels) cooler than a linen co-ord in summer. Linen's lightweight and breathable handle makes it perfect for summer. Whether it’s a two-piece suit, a shorts-and-shirt moment or even a skirt and top, you can easily mix and match with the rest of your wardrobe.
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Substitute with: Cotton sets are just as cool but crease less, if you don't want to invest in a steamer.

YAS satin midi skirt in cream and black spot print, £45

Midi skirts are always a smart choice because they're so easily dressed up and down. Pair yours with a T-shirt and sandals for city-break style and with a blazer for evenings. We love this polka-dot style – adding a fun print into the mix will give dimension and personality to your capsule wardrobe.

Substitute with: A mini, a maxi or a satin slip dress – whatever you feel the best in.