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Whether you’re attending the Wimbledon final in London this weekend or any other event with a formal dress code, you’re going to need an outfit polished enough for the occasion (and inevitable photo ops), yet cool and comfortable enough to withstand the summer heat. Nailing the brief, Tove’s ‘Babette’ maxi dress comes in lightweight, crease-resistant crepe, and perfectly captures founders Camille Perry and Holly Wright’s penchant for clean, minimal design and artfully draped silhouettes.

“Tove’s ‘Babette’ dress is the perfect piece to wear if you want to make a subtle statement,” says NET-A-PORTER’s shopping assistant, Haajira Muzzamil. “The gorgeous ochre shade is radiant and eye-catching, while the elegant cowl neckline beautifully frames the face,” she adds. “The simplicity of the design also means there’s room to play with shoes and accessories, so you’ll never feel like you’re wearing the same thing twice.”

While it’s tempting to carry a clutch for day-to-night events, they aren’t always big enough to hold everything you need – especially on heatwave days when a handheld fan and makeup for occasional touch-ups are a must. Enter Bottega Veneta’s ‘Ciao Ciao’ tote. A new addition to our NET SUSTAIN edit, this version is responsibly crafted from butter-soft certified leather, complete with two internal compartments and an optional strap. Complement the knotted gold hardware with matching jewelry, such as Lié Studio’s sculptural ‘Ivalo’ ring or dainty drop earrings.

Alternatively, if your plans are a little more low-key, then effortless, everyday staples are the way to go. Start with an oversized shirt, such as Toteme’s cobalt-blue and white pinstriped style, then add denim shorts or jeans. Another NET SUSTAIN highlight and made using lower-impact materials (99% regenerated cotton to be precise), Agolde’s ‘Harper’ pair will quickly become your new favorite thanks to its classic straight-leg shape. Finally, complete a laidback lunch look with Gianvito Rossi’s perfectly preppy ‘Vandée’ boat shoes in smooth leopard-print suede – exclusive to NET-A-PORTER for a limited time – and Liffner’s slouchy suede bucket bag, also in our NET SUSTAIN edit.

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