Most Wanted
A curated roundup of the best new fashion arrivals, hand-picked by our editors
It can be easy to get caught up in the frills and spills of summer fashion, but smart shoppers know that the key to every good hot-weather wardrobe is a uniform of hard-working separates. This season, the denim maxi skirt has emerged as a must-have item that will work for years to come. Valentino Garavani brings some couture-like drama to the trend with its fitted-waist denim maxi that flares to a mermaid-style hem. Pair with Wardrobe.NYC’s classic white ribbed tank and Gucci’s ‘Ophidia’ monogrammed shoulder bag for a cool summer look, then swap in boots and knits when the fall weather rolls in.
For eveningwear that’s classic with a twist, try Australian label Christopher Esber’s green ‘Galathea’ mini dress, which is made from a stretchy crepe de chine with an asymmetric lace-trimmed hem. “I love the vibrant color, interesting draping and lace detailing that adds a hint of sexiness,” says Kristen Neillie, NET-A-PORTER’s junior fashion editor. “Mini silhouettes and lingerie dressing are a key SS23 trend, and this dress offers both.”
“I personally love this dress for hot vacation evenings or events,” continues Neillie. “I would pair it with black sunglasses and heeled mules to keep my look alluring yet feeling effortless.” The relative simplicity of Bottega Veneta’s ‘Stretch Buckle’ leather mules would make them the perfect addition to such an evening look.
Channel a little Sicilian glamour on your next pool day with Dolce & Gabbana’s printed bandeau bikini set, which looks fabulous styled with the matching pareo or elegant white linen. For a little extra dolce vita diva energy, pair with Lexxola’s chic, ’60s-inspired oval-framed ‘Ida’ sunglasses, which are made from biodegradable black acetate and exclusive to NET-A-PORTER, and Saint Laurent’s classic ‘Jamie’ shoulder bag, which feels beach-ready in its leather-trimmed-raffia iteration.
Sun-soaked days deserve plenty of sparkle, and few things look better on tanned skin than lashings of chunky gold jewelry. Yvonne Léon’s ‘Berlingot’ two-tone hoop earrings are hand-cast from 9-karat yellow and white gold and dusted with a band of gray diamonds – they hug your lobes, making them practical for beach days. Come sunset, up the ante with Foundrae’s ‘Sister Hook and Heart Ingot’ small 18-karat-gold diamond bracelet and Manolo Blahnik’s ‘Veralli’ gold ballet flats – the vacation romance starts here.
Never is good skincare more important than after a day in the sun, and glow-getters might want to try Vintner’s Daughter’s multi-award-winning Active Botanical Serum. Formulated with 22 nutrient-rich botanicals for nourishing and restorative moisture, the super-treatment is perfect for pepping up sun-parched skin.
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