Art of Style

What Team NET-A-PORTER Takes On Vacation

Discover the pieces our buying team is packing for their summer getaways – plus, expert tips on how to style them

As told to Colleen RossFashion editor Millie Parry
Fashion
Shoes, Gucci

Thong sandals – Brigitte Chartrand, chief buying and merchandising officer

“To me, there is nothing chicer in summer than a pair of thong sandals. The barely-there silhouette means they go with everything and make all my outfits feel effortlessly put together but never too polished. My current favorites are Christen’s ‘Edge T-strap’ in white lizard-effect leather, Gucci’s heeled ‘Vittoria’ sandals and Alaïa’s ‘Invisible Jelly’ flats. I love how they all have a modern, sculptural edge.”

  • CHRISTEN
    Edge T-Strap 35 lizard-effect thongs
    $9,690.00
    Select a Size
    36
    37 - low stock
    37.5 - out of stock
    38 - low stock
    38.5
    39
    39.5 - out of stock
    40
    41 - low stock
    42
  • ALAÏA
    Invisible Jelly sandals
    $6,300.00
    Select a Size
    36 - out of stock
    37 - low stock
    38 - low stock
    39
    40
    41 - low stock
  • GUCCI
    Vittoria logo-embellished metallic leather thong sandals
    $8,600.00
    Select a Size
    36
    36.5 - out of stock
    37 - low stock
    37.5
    38 - low stock
    38.5
    39 - low stock
    39.5
    40
    40.5
    41
  • CHRISTOPHER ESBER
    Jo PVC flip flops
    $2,530.00
    Select a Size
    35 - low stock
    36
    37 - low stock
    38 - low stock
    39
    40 - low stock
    41

A chic raffia bag – Lydia Zacharis, buying manager

“From a simple woven basket found in the markets of South of France to designer totes and clutches in various shapes and colors – raffia bags allow for experimentation and play. Natural raffia is an obvious choice, but I love the sophistication of raffia in black, as well as green or red. Sensi Studio’s large straw tote, The Row's ‘Loretta’ and Saint Laurent’s ‘Cassandre’ pouch are some of my favorites, alongside other minimal variations from Khaite, Lié Studio and Hunting Season.”

  • BOTTEGA VENETA
    Andiamo small leather-trimmed raffia tote
    $35,900.00
  • SENSI STUDIO
    Large straw tote
    $2,015.00
  • LOEWE
    + Paula's Ibiza Braid Basket small leather-trimmed raffia shoulder bag
    $10,900.00
  • THE ROW
    Loretta leather- and webbing-trimmed raffia tote
    $17,600.00
Bag, Bottega Veneta
Dress, Chloé

A riviera-ready maxi dress – Rachel Nimmo, buying manager

“When opting for a one-and-done outfit, a maxi dress is always a smart choice. The slightly longer hemline adds a touch of drama while still maintaining an effortless, relaxed feel. I love Toteme’s shirt dress because it strikes the perfect balance between feminine dressing and an understated, easy aesthetic – it’s perfect for a summer city break. As for a coastal escape, Chloé’s tiered maxi has my name all over it.”

  • CHLOÉ
    Ruched tiered silk maxi dress
    $39,800.00
    Select a Size
    34 - out of stock
    36
    38 - low stock
    40 - low stock
    42 - low stock
  • TOTEME
    Twist-front striped cotton-poplin maxi shirt dress
    $6,000.00
    Select a Size
    small
    medium
    large
  • MATTEAU
    Shirred organic cotton-poplin maxi dress
    $3,925.00
    Select a Size
    1
    2
    3
    4
    5
  • KHAITE
    Taja crinkled-voile maxi dress
    $12,400.00
    Select a Size
    x small - low stock
    small
    medium
    large
    x large

Oversized sunglasses – Olivia Dolphin, senior buyer

“Sunglasses are such an easy way to elevate a simple outfit, and I’m especially drawn to wraparound silhouettes that feel directional but are still wearable. They are the kind of frames that instantly make you feel put together while on vacation, despite being a tad undone. I love the ‘Barclay’ aviators from Jacques Marie Mage and Oliver Peoples x Khaite’s ‘1974C’ frames, but I’m most excited about the launch of Thistles at NET-A-PORTER. I’ve been patiently waiting to get my hands on the ‘Atlas’ shades, which have a sleek, curved shape that looks very chic.”

  • JACQUES MARIE MAGE
    Barclay aviator-style acetate sunglasses
    $7,265.00
  • THISTLES
    The Atlas D-frame tortoiseshell acetate sunglasses
    $3,090.00
  • OLIVER PEOPLES
    + Khaite 1974C D-frame acetate sunglasses
    $4,605.00
  • SAINT LAURENT EYEWEAR
    SL 902 Howl D-frame acetate sunglasses
    $3,810.00
Sunglasses, Saint Laurent
Swimsuit, Toteme

A classic swimsuit – Faye Squire, buying manager

“At the top of my vacation shopping list is always a new swimsuit, and I have my eye on styles from Matteau and Toteme for my next summer getaway. I love that both can double up as a bodysuit, offering endless styling possibilities – I’ll be wearing mine with cotton mini skirts and printed pants to take me from beach to bar. The ‘Dakota’ swim dress by Rivage is another versatile option and super flattering, too.”

  • TOTEME
    Monogram swimsuit
    $1,875.00
    Select a Size
    xx small
    x small
    small
    medium - low stock
    large
    x large - out of stock
  • MATTEAU
    Maillot one-piece
    $2,375.00
    Select a Size
    1
    2
    3
    4
    5
  • HAIGHT
    Pipping Thidu striped swimsuit
    $1,930.00
    Select a Size
    x small - low stock
    small
    medium
    large - low stock
  • HUNZA G
    Celine embellished Original Crinkle™ swimsuit
    $1,810.00

Beaded jewelry – Alexandra Huxtable, fine-jewelry buyer

“When on vacation, I love adding beaded jewelry to my outfits. I naturally gravitate towards one-of-a-kind pieces, and this season I am obsessed with Vintage Chanel jewelry sourced by Susan Caplan. I’ll be styling these colorful necklaces with swimwear or an oversized shirt all summer long. Carolina Bucci’s extra-large beads are also on my wish list, as well as these 1930s bracelets from our vintage assortment.”

  • CAROLINA BUCCI
    Alphabet Downtown 18-karat gold, multi-stone and Lurex necklace
    $28,070.00
  • COMPLETEDWORKS
    Resin necklace
    $2,570.00
  • JIA JIA
    Gold rhodochrosite bracelet
    $4,710.00
  • ALAÏA
    Silver-tone, amethyst and plexiglass earrings
    $13,910.00
All jewelry, Completedworks