THE AESTHETICS OF SUMMER'S HOTTEST ALBUM DROPS

Summer 2024 is officially the summer of album releases. So to celebrate, we’re taking the soundtracks of sunny-season and finding the summer outfits that match the vibes. Scroll to find your new era!

If you haven’t noticed your feed covered in lime green squares with low-res text, are you really as chronically online as you think you are? Guys, it’s Brat summer. We’re hearing a constant rumble of club classics everywhere we go and it’s all thanks to this 365-party queen. Channel all the confidence of an IT girl who just stumbled out of the club wearing wraparound sunglasses, a crop top, flares or an effortless dress. Oh, and don’t forget the green accessory (or Von Dutch cap).

BRING ON BRAT SUMMER:
Baggu medium nylon crescent crossbody bag in lemongrass, £52
AIRE comet racer sunglasses in black, £24
ASOS DESIGN open tie back short sleeve top in black, £10
Bershka high waisted jersey flared trousers in black, £25.99
Von Dutch adelaide trucker cap in blue metallic, £35

Grammy award-winning Nigerian artist Tems brings a soulful prowess to our summer playlists. Her debut studio album has a 90s vibe, marrying R&B with vintage Afrobeats, and we see this transcending into her outfits too. Time and time again, she skilfully plays with abstract prints and slinky silhouettes, and we’re always left speechless. BRB! We're off to copy and paste her every look.

DO IT LIKE TEMS:
ASOS DESIGN twist one shoulder mesh midi dress in green animal print, £42
Quay x Guizio uniform oversized square sunglasses in black, £48
Mango flat link chain necklace in silver, £18
Mango geometric hoop earrings in silver, £9

Inventive percussion and a signature whisper are what we expect from Billie, and her latest album delivered just that. When it comes to style, Billie loves to experiment, so if you’re looking to embody her vibe, why not just go ahead and explore! Need some inspo first? Blend the eclectic grandpa trend with baggy silhouettes. Opt for oversized checked trousers, linen shirts (hello fabric of the season) and endless layers. That’s it, you’ve got it.

STYLE IT LIKE BILLIE:
Topshop check print pull on workwear trouser in multi, £28
Carhartt WIP skyler quilted jacket in beige, £119
COLLUSION beach linen stripe shirt co-ord in pink, £25.99

Guys, the wait is *finally* over, you can relax… Normani has released her debut solo album! Our verdict? It’s a certified banger. This soundtrack of plush vocals has an early noughties feel that introduces her sultrier side, and we see this mindset move into her style, too. We recently saw her at PFW in an embossed leather moment that made everyone double-take. Welcome back Normani, you are truly thriving <3

MAKE A COMEBACK LIKE NORMANI:
ASOS DESIGN long sleeve pu shirt dress with fringing in black, £48
DesignB London double layered chain necklace in silver, £10
Petit Moments truebe wave detail hoop earrings in silver, £18