Whilst my love of stripes is definitely an all year round thing, as opposed to a summer fling, stripes never feel more right than on a sunny summer holiday. From a classic knit to a sweet sundress, I’ve found five buys that’ll totally earn their place in your case. And all under £20. Sort of…
Jumper, £19.99, Missguided
If you’re thinking, “A sweater? In summer? Really?!” Let me explain. It’s useful to have with you when your evening is going to involve being outdoors long after the sun has dropped below the horizon. It’s essential if you have to spend more than a couple of minutes in one of those buildings where they’ve got the air con turned up too high. And it’s just the thing to throw on over your bikini when you’re on the way back to shore after watching the sunset on your yacht. Oh wait, that’s Beyoncé’s life. Still you get the picture, summer sweaters, more useful than you’d think.
You can buy it here
Playsuit, £9.99, H&M
I’m not sure if there’s an upper age limit after which wearing a playsuit makes you look a bit bonkers, but whatever, I’ve never cared much for rules and this playsuit is way too cute and WAY too well-priced not to buy.
You can buy it here
Shorts, £19.99, Mango
I know, I know, I include something from Mango in every shopping round-up I compile, but they are having a seriously good season. These stripy shorts, with their athletic shape, drawstring waist and pockets have got me smitten, so much so they could replace my trusty denim cut offs as my favourite summer shorts.
You can buy them here
Dress, £12.99, H&M Conscious
Just add sunglasses, a straw hat, and a pair of Birkenstocks and you’ve got your sightseeing outfit sorted. Not only is this dress a bargain, as part of H&M’s Conscious collection, it’s a planet-friendly choice too.
You can buy it here
Bikini Top, 17.99, Bikini Bottoms, £15.99, Pull & Bear
So, um, yes, I cheated with this one. If you were to buy both parts of the bikini you would have spent more than £20 but welcome to my head, where I wouldn’t add up the cost of the two pieces on purpose, because then it makes the bikini seem cheaper. You’d never believe my Dad was an accountant would you?!
You can buy the top here, and the bottoms here
Spotted (ha!) any great stripy pieces I should add to my summer holiday wardrobe? Do share!
I officially own to many stripes. But I just can’t resist! love that bikini, not a brand I’ve heard of much x
There’s no such thing as too many stripes! It’s a Spanish brand, part of the Inditex (Zara) group. They have a couple of stores in London. Fyi, for next time you’re visiting! x
Too many cute stripes in this post! These are all going to be added to my wishlist 🙂
Beth x
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It was all I could do not to make a purchase or two as I was compiling the post Beth! x
Love the dress! Can pick up some great bargains in H&M but often I’m too lazy to browse so glad you’ve done the hard work for me 🙂
Happy to be of assistance Jennifer!
I think I wear stripes 6 days out of 7! I think my husband wears stripes every day of the week! I don’t know how it happened but yeah I like all things stripy!
I agree about Mango – I’ve always loved their clothes and there are so many fab things just now. I got a black blazer in the sale and when you roll up the sleeves…. they’re stripy! Loving the playsuit!
P.S. Could you do a post on navy blazers – been searching high and low and STILL can’t find the right one 🙁
It’s a very good job there isn’t a Mango at Westfield Stratford or I would spend all my money there! I was thinking about doing a blazers post soon Lynn, with most shops having their summer sales it won’t be long before they’re in the shops I reckon…