Refresh Your Summer Wardrobe
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Patterned shirts are taking centre stage this season, with softer, more understated styles leading the way. Case in point: an all-over print in a muted ecru tone feels fresh without overpowering.
If you’re easing into the look, keep everything else light and balanced. Layer the shirt open over a clean white vest, and pair it with neutral shorts to maintain that easy, cohesive feel. Add suede slip-ons and a pair of sunglasses to keep the look relaxed but polished.
Pop on a polo shirt
Lightweight tops remain a summer staple, with the polo shirt striking that sweet spot between relaxed and refined: easy enough for off-duty days, but polished enough for smarter plans.
Our pick of the season? A cotton-rich polo in chestnut brown. The textured fabric feels soft and breathable on balmy days, while the notch neck keeps things clean and modern. Wear it with matching shorts and finish with a suede tote for an effortlessly pulled-together look.
Short and sweet
There’s an ease to warm-weather dressing that begins with well-cut shorts, setting the tone for everything else that follows.
Our khaki chino-style shorts do this particularly well. Made from light and breathable linen, they're perfect for summer dressing, with a range of colours and subtle patterns that make it easy to rotate throughout the season.
For a simple, considered look, pair them with a linen shirt – we love these shorts in olive green to complement the khaki tone. Wear it open for a relaxed feel, and finish with slip-on mules.
Published 14/04/2026
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