SEVEN FOREVER BUYS
(THAT ALSO WORK RIGHT NOW)
Shut at home, but dreaming of the beach? Our editors share their top mood-boosting buys with mileage now and when lockdown ends – all under £35
Cotton ribbed jumper, £29.50
Dulcie, deputy fashion editor
Now: “I’ll size up and pair with Goodmove leggings so I can work from home and do my daily walk in the same outfit.”
Later: “As a lightweight outer layer for summer evening barbecues.”
Polka-dot dress, £35
Kate, deputy head of content
Now: “Layered under a chunky cardigan to look smart from the waist up on video calls. No one needs to know my gym leggings are underneath!”
Later: “With strappy sandals and earthy accessories.”
Cotton macramé bag, £25
Miranda, fashion editor
Now: “Tucked into my running backpack on my morning run so I can stop for essential groceries on my way home.”
Then: “For toting my book, water bottle and snacks to the park or beach.”
Linen T-shirt, £15
Charlotte, assistant social media manager
Now: “All day, every day – it’s soft, comfortable and adds a pop of print under a V-neck jumper.”
Then: “This’ll be a weekend favourite with jeans and trainers.”
White linen cami, £25
Rachel, head of content
Now: “With a slouchy jacket or cardi to add a sense of occasion to Friday night Houseparty drinks.”
Later: “All summer long, with denim or linen bottoms.”
Cropped denim jacket, £35
Christina, senior social media manager
Now: “Over a T-shirt and leggings to take the edge off the morning chill when I go for my daily pre-work walk.”
Later: “With a maxi dress and slider sandals for drinks on warm summer evenings.”
White broderie blouse, £29.50
Katherine, social media marketing exec
Now: “Under denim dungarees to add prettiness to my at-home outfits.”
Later: “With khaki cargo shorts and strappy gladiator sandals for beach walks and sightseeing.”
Words: Miranda Eason / Images: Josh Shinner / Art direction: Nicola Rose / Styling: Karen Preston / Stylist’s assistant: Tamala Ayres
Hair: Ben Cooke / Make-up: Karina Constantine / Model: Shan Khan at First Model Management
