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The Denim shirt - this one is £29, at www.laredoute.co.uk.The Denim shirt - this one is £29, at www.laredoute.co.uk.
The Denim shirt - this one is £29, at www.laredoute.co.uk.
Ah, a week in the sun – whether it’s been planned for months or it’s a last-minute online burst of inspiration, you can’t just throw bits and pieces from your drawers into a case, dig out your old swimwear and then hope you’ll be able to buy something more suitable when you get there. And then, somehow, expect to look fabulous.

It doesn’t work like that. This is not the way to holiday in style. Nor, indeed, is it the way to sail through this entire summer in style. No, what’s needed is a clever capsule collection of new season piece that will all work together and with the rest of your wardrobe, while giving you an on-trend fashion update.

So here’s what look look out for – the top eight investment pieces for a perfect summer.