Ultimate Summer Holiday Essentials

Whether you're going partying in Ibiza or having a lazy relaxing holiday on a Greek island you need to make sure you get your holiday wardrobe right so you have clothing for every occasion!

If you're thinking about maxi dresses, sandals, bikinis and floral printed summer dresses then you're making a good start! If you're still a bit stuck then don't worry because we're here to help!

If you haven't got some already, then statement shorts are the ones you need to be looking out for this Summer. They will take you straight from the sun loungers to the cocktail bar. Wear with a slinky vest top and heels or sandals and you'll have a day or night outfit.

Floral summer dresses have been huge this year as the bright bold patterns are perfect for those warm summer days. They've been huge this year and even when the weather starts to turn cold you can easily match them up with a cardigan and tights.  For the summer holiday style, simply pair up with a classy pair of wedges and a cute affordable cheap clutch bag.

Jewelled sandals have been huge in fashion this year. They're not only just classy but they can really make a statement. If you don't want to wear heels on holiday then these types of shoes are perfect as they instantly dress up any outfit and you don't have to worry about falling over cracks in the pavement.

If you haven't noticed already, kimonos are slowly popping up all over the place! Whether you wear it with a plain pair of denim shorts or over the top of swimwear they're a great versatile piece to have on your holiday. They're also very light which means you have more room for shoes!

We've been a bit obsessed with maxi dresses recently but who doesn’t love them? They're perfect for chucking on during the day as they're classy but most importantly comfy to wear. They're suitable for any body type and can be dressed up or dressed down.

Lastly you can't forget your sunglasses. How else do you look at hot guys on the beach without making it too obvious? The ones to look out for this year are the animal or colour block print sunglasses!

The Best Styles of Summer Dresses

There's nothing more exciting than wearing your best summer dresses when the sun is out. Summer dresses are the perfect item of clothing for your holiday abroad, summer barbecues or chilling out in beer gardens with your friends. No matter what you'll find a summer dress which will make you feel stylish and cool on those hot summer days.

A summer dress will take you right through summer in style. You can dress down with a pair of sandals or flip-flops or you can easily glam them up with a pair of high-heels and some flashy jewellery.

If you have a summer dress you love but unsure about whether you can wear it when the weather changes, then you can combine it with a pair of leggings or tights and layer it up with a cardigan so you can keep extra warm in the winter.

There are so many different styles of summer dresses that you'll always be able to find one that suits your body shape and your style which will make you look fabulous in the sun. These 3 different styles of summer dresses are my top choices and are definitely in my wardrobe for the summer.

Strappy Dresses

Most summer dresses have narrow/thin straps and finish on or above the knee. These types of dresses often have an a-line shape, which is feminine and flatters most body shapes. They come in a huge range of styles and patterns so be sure to pick one that best suits you.

Maxi Dresses

This year maxi dresses are a must have for summer. The key thing with a maxi dress is to make sure that the length on them finishes right at your ankle.  A maxi dress is great for wearing day into night, simply switch your footwear from sandals to heels, add some sparkles and you're good to go party.

Strapless Dresses

The strapless dresses are cute and feminine so they're a great choice for summer if you want to show of your shoulders. By choosing a strapless dress it means you won't get the dreaded strap mark tan lines if you're wearing it out in the sun. If you do plan on wearing this style of dress then make sure you buy a good strapless bra. If you don't feel comfortable showing off your arms then throw on a light cardigan for that extra bit of cover up.

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