We’re on the cusp of summer, and based on the already warm temps and the vacation vibe on NET-A-PORTER, the season is closer than you think. After scrolling through the retailer’s edit of summer occasion pieces, I can’t help but grab my wallet to start shopping for my warm-weather wardrobe. I’m looking for pieces that’ll take me through all the events, trips, and plans I have lined up this summer, but still timeless enough to wear into the next season. I’m eyeing pretty dresses and on-trend top-handle bags for wedding season, raffia-inspired pieces that belong on a beach, and polished matching sets for dinner by the coast. Shop my designer picks for summer below.
Dressed for the Occasion
‘Tis the season for sundresses. Whether you’re looking for a stunning wedding-guest gown (Victoria Beckham’s selection on the retailer is top notch) or a breezy beach cover-up, my favorite styles from NET-A-PORTER span all occasions.
Zimmermann
Tallow Ruffled Printed Silk Maxi Dress
Victoria Beckham
Asymmetric Draped Satin Midi Dress
Faithfull
Antibes Open-Back Striped Linen Halterneck Midi Dress
Destination Bags
Once the weather hits 75°F, it’s officially straw and raffia bag season. Savette’s butter-yellow top-handle bag also caught my attention, as did Gucci’s wedding-ready Jackie bag.
Savette
Symmetry Pochette Leather and Mesh Tote
Loewe
+ Paula’s Ibiza Embroidered Raffia Tote
Gucci
Jackie 1961 Logo-Jacquard Raffia and Leather Shoulder Bag
Saint Laurent
Le 5 à 7 Leather-Trimmed Raffia Shoulder Bag
Stylish Sandals
Shopping for summer sandals is by far my favorite kind of retail therapy. I predict the thong sandal will be all the rage this summer, along with strappy and beaded styles.
Zimmermann
Gleam Embellished Leather Sandals
Khaite
Loop Bead-Embellished Leather Sandals
Gianvito Rossi
Calypso 80 Suede-Trimmed Raffia Sandals
K Jacques St Tropez
Anaelle Leather Sandals
Summer Sets
Beat the heat in style with a chic matching set. Dress it up with heels and a clutch or wear it with flat sandals to stroll around the city you’re visiting on vacation. Below are my favorite sets.
Loretta Caponi
Radda Ruffled Paneled Cotton-Voile and Lace Top
Loretta Caponi
Tina Tiered Ruffled Lace-Trimmed Cotton-Voile Maxi Skirt
Another Tomorrow
Crepe Top
Another Tomorrow
Belted Pleated Crepe Shorts
