The Fashion Memo

Most Wanted

A curated roundup of the best new fashion arrivals, hand-picked by our editors

Words Colleen RossFashion editor Connie Daw
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In order of appearance: dress, Proenza Schouler White Label; ring, Spinelli Kilcollin; bikini, Haight; bag, Call It By Your Name; pants, Brunello Cucinelli; sandals, Loro Piana; sunglasses, Oliver Peoples + Khaite; ballet flats, Le Monde Béryl

A white dress for summer is indisputably chic, which is why we return to it year after year in warmer climes – and why so many brands made it their hero piece on the SS24 runways. Topping our wish list this season is Proenza Schouler White Label’s ‘Libby’ style, which comes in crisp, off-white cotton-poplin, with wide straps and shirred bands at the waist and hips that create a flattering tiered shape.

“I love the simplicity of this dress; it’s the perfect blank canvas for all manner of outfits, and works perfectly in smart and casual settings,” says junior fashion editor Kristen Neillie. “I’ll be wearing mine to the office this summer with Le Monde Béryl’s olive-toned ballet flats – which are a NET-A-PORTER exclusive – for a welcome pop of color; and layers of mixed-metal jewelry, such as Spinelli Kilcollin’s ‘Janssen’ ring, to easily achieve a perfectly curated stack.”

Whether you’re in the city or on vacation this summer, Call It By Your Name’s quilted ‘Maxi Cabas’ tote is a practical and playful choice for beach days and weekend picnics alike. Fully reversible, it’s pieced together using a patchwork of American bandanas from South Carolina, and embroidered by hand in the brand’s Parisian workshop. “The beauty of this bag lies not only in its unique design, but its generous size – you’ll be amazed by what you can fit inside,” says Neillie. Take tips from brand founder Colombe Campana, who fills hers with everyday essentials, including a lightweight jacket and a paperback.

Speaking of vacations, a trip away is the perfect time to reevaluate your swimwear, and a beautifully cut bikini, like Haight’s ‘Gaia’ style, is a chic choice for any destination. Embrace its 1950s-inspired sensibility by wearing it poolside with a pair of cat-eye sunglasses, such as the ‘1983C’ style from our exclusive Oliver Peoples + Khaite edit. If you’re heading to lunch, slip on Brunello Cucinelli’s pinstriped wide-leg pants – another NET-A-PORTER exclusive – and finish with Loro Piana’s timeless leather ‘Sumie’ sandals for a relaxed yet polished look.

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