We’re well into the summer season now, which is always a great time to assess the trends that emerged right at the start – are they wearable? Do they work for everyday life? Are we still feeling the vibes? These are the questions to ask when you’re shopping for trend-led pieces in the middle of the season.
To help, we’re giving you an exclusive sneak peek behind the scenes at our summer press event – these are the trends we’ve picked out for fashion pros, so you can be sure they’re absolutely on-point!
Fresh florals
From blowsy watercolours to ditsy daisies, the floral trend is fresh, feminine and very easy to wear. Think super flattering shapes in soft, floaty fabrics – like this floral print midaxi dress with cute sleeve detail and and English Country Garden feel.
If you’re shopping for a holiday, we’re loving this floral swimsuit. In a classic Liberty print with delicate tie detail on the straps, it’s perfect for lounging by the pool.
For that painterly style, this fluttery summer dress fits the bill perfectly. And this cute floral mini skirt is made with ECOVERO – an eco-responsible viscose that uses certified renewable wood sources.
Capsule wardrobe
The concept of a capsule wardrobe is to have a small number of pieces that work perfectly together, giving you endless outfit ideas without the overflowing drawers. The capsule look is hot for summer, especially because it’s ideal if you’re heading off for a weekend away and want to pack light.
With a flattering wide fit, pleat front and smart/casual vibe, these Bermuda shorts will kick off your capsule collection with style. Team with this cute buttoned knit vest for a sleek, chic look, or switch the shorts for this playful floral skirt for a more relaxed look.
For a neutral look, we’re loving this striped playsuit. It’s 100% linen but also machine washable, so great for throwing on whether you’re heading to the office or the beach. Loving that waist tie, too!
A summer capsule wardrobe wouldn’t be complete without the perfect summer dress – broderie anglaise is a key detail for the summer season, and this sweet cotton dress will see you through the hottest days.
Colour + pattern
We’re all about interesting combos here at La Redoute – pairing two pieces you wouldn’t usually put together can give you a whole new outfit that’s bang on trend. For summer, we’re loving the mix of jade green and monochrome prints. Jewel tones are set off perfectly by simple black and white patterns… think polka dots and (another key trend for this season), gingham check for a really striking look.
Start with a simple combo, like this rich jade green blouse next to these cute gingham shorts. For a stylish evening look, pair this jewel toned polka dot skirt with a simple white camisole.
We’re really into this soft green knitted top – try layering it over this gorgeous gingham maxi dress to play with proportions and textures. Stunning!
Refresh your wardrobe
So there you have it – the top trends for summer, as selected by our snazzy stylists for fashion professionals. We hope this behind-the-scenes look at some fabulous summer fashion has given you plenty of ideas for your own wardrobe – remember, recreating a trend can be as easy as adding some texture, detail or accessories to your existing clothes. A knitted vest here, a broderie anglaise dress there and you’ve captured that 2021 vibe to a tee. Happy summer!
Need more inspiration? Read our post on our marketing team's favourite fashion picks for summer!
