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With weeks of spring sunshine and soaring temperatures, April was officially the hottest on record in Britain. Unsurprisingly, the splendid weather has had a big impact on the PORTER fashion team; not only has it lifted our spirits, we’ve also been maximizing our tanning time by turning our balconies and gardens into al fresco offices and putting a suitably summery spin on our WFH style. For shopping editor Sophie Hardcastle, the sun-dappled days were the perfect incentive to re-discover her love of luxe bohemian pieces. Which is why this ’70s-inspired blouse by Italian heritage house Etro instantly caught her eye…
“I have yet to come across a blouse that I don’t love, but over the past few weeks, this romance has been sorely neglected for a stack of jersey while working from home – that is, until I came across this paisley beauty from Etro. I’m always looking to evoke a Laurel Canyon vibe, embracing all things romantic and feminine. I’ll be pairing this delicate printed number with vintage jeans, gold hoop earrings and a basket bag for an easy take on carefree summer dressing. Throw in some ’70s-inspired clogs, which are at the top of my wish list, and I’ll be well on my way to channeling my favorite icons of the era: Joni Mitchell, Stevie Nicks and Linda Ronstadt.”
Tap into the same halcyon days by adding Lisa Marie Fernandez’s linen dress to your summer closet – style it up or down with minimalist slides or barely-there kitten-heel sandals. Alternatively, satisfy your urge to shop by investing in timeless accessories. Whether you gravitate towards Bottega Veneta’s butter-soft leather handbags or a classic watch, such as Hermès’ diamond-studded Galop d’Hermès model, these pieces are true collector’s items.
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