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FA S H I O N<br />
Get packed<br />
HOLIDAY PACKING GIVING YOU A HEADACHE? AMY NORBURY ROUNDS UP THE<br />
BEST IDEAS FOR YOUR BEACH-TO-BAR AND BEYOND CAPSULE WARDROBE<br />
READY to escape England’s unreliable summer? Then it’s time to<br />
reconsider your holiday wardrobe.<br />
A well thought out capsule collection will save your suitcase struggles<br />
and avoid the unnecessary overpacking we’re all guilty of - after all,<br />
nobody really needs ten bikinis, all the dresses and a dozen pairs of<br />
shoes for a week in the sun.<br />
From swimming to sightseeing, all you really need for your next<br />
sun-soaked getaway are a handful of versatile staples to give you a<br />
wealth of mix and match options to take you from beach to bar and<br />
beyond.<br />
This summer we’re channelling a retro vibe, inspired by glamorous<br />
destinations such as St Tropez and Santorini - the style set’s Greek<br />
island of choice. Think oversized sunnies, cork wedges and kaftans -<br />
which have seen a resurgence - for a splash of Seventies style.<br />
Sticking to the same colour palette makes getting ready stress-free<br />
as your pieces blend together seamlessly, making you look chic and<br />
pulled together. For effortless style, opt for blues, white and yellows<br />
reminiscent of whitewashed buildings, sandy beaches, crystal clear<br />
seas and bright sunny days - bliss!<br />
The right swimwear is a crucial element of your holiday packing, so<br />
look for something as comfortable and flattering as it is stylish. Onepieces<br />
offer more coverage without compromising on glamour, while<br />
mix-and-match bikinis will give you a plethora of options. Swimsuits<br />
can also double up as a body for evening paired with floaty trousers<br />
or a maxi skirt.<br />
With sunscreen, towel and perhaps a book to carry around, a beachready<br />
bag is a must. While woven basket bags were once reserved for<br />
beach time only, they are one of summer <strong>2018</strong>’s hottest bag trend, so<br />
invest in one now and you’ll be using it all season long.<br />
A chic cover-up is an essential - after all, a nasty sunburn is the one<br />
souvenir you don’t want to bring home from your trip. Choose<br />
something simple, elegant and floaty which will able to transition<br />
into evening with ease - just add heels and some statement jewellery<br />
for that extra glam factor.<br />
SLEEVELESS POLKA<br />
DOT DRESS, £65,<br />
LONG TALL SALLY<br />
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