Catching the rays

Days in the sun may be all the therapy you need. Here are seven go-to items to make it go swimmingly!

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GO-TO BAG

Inspired by sunny days on the Mediterranean coast, this simple design rope bag is certainly a must-have for this season. Ideal for summer holidays, days in the city or a wander around a farmer’s market, it easily folds to fit in your luggage. The crochet technique used to create this 100% cotton bag makes it sturdy and resistant although stretchy and spacious, resulting it a super net bag! £75 | Mustard Rope Bag www.wearenodo.com

Put on this cute slogan top and switch into holiday mode! The supersoft women’s fashion T-shirt features a lovely soft water-based ink slogan print. The range is a must for girls’ weekends away, family holiday adventures, and beach days with BFFs, summer birthdays, sneaky seaside getaways and fun in the sun! Basically you just need one for every occasion! Just add shades and sun cream! The T-shirts comes in sizes 8-18. £22 | Beside The Sea with a G&T T-shirt www.batch1.com

TAN THROUGH SHORTS

Active tan-seekers and beach-goers will love these funky swim shorts. They are stylish, supportive and made from an exclusive lightweight ‘tan through fabric’ that will allow you to achieve an all-over golden glow. The crease-resistant swim shorts have a micromesh lining and dry super fast and are very light so ideal for travelling and packing. They come in sizes s-xxl and there are lots of colours to choose from too (shown here with

‘tan through’ vest). Don’t forget your sunscreen though guys! £36.90 | Tan Through Swim Shorts www.kiniki.com

BEACH BEAUTY

Made from the softest, silkiest charmeuse fabric, this kimono feels totally sumptuous and luxurious against the skin. This Japanese styled maxi kimono robe features print synonymous with this brand in black, with blush trims. It’s great for lazy lounging on a weekend, luxurious holidays, candlelit romantic evenings, swimsuit cover-up or a daring funky jacket for a night out with a stylish difference. It’s available in sizes 8-14. £105 | Niko Maxi Kimono in Black Paisley with Pink www.kittenbeachwear.com

GOING FOR GOLD!

This luxury bikini is made in a beautiful velvet fabric (which yes you can swim in!). The bikini top has the extra support of a wide band closure and an elegant cross back while the stylish high-rise bottoms will lengthen your leg. £98 | The Milton in Velvet Sunshine www.stidstonswimwear.com

Olive & Iris was born from a collaboration with a small independent family run business in Northern Tuscany, which produces beautiful, hand finished cashmere. Together, we now design a bi-annual collection of vibrant contemporary clothes.

The Indigo Collection is gentle, coaxing and nurturing. The cashmere is hand-dyed on the edge of Dartmoor using the ancient technique of Shibori to make beautiful, one-off garments. We work with an organic indigo vat – a totally absorbing ancient process of dyeing. Our aim is to create pieces that suit all women, no matter their shape. Cashmere lends perfectly to this ethos. Quality and originality are at the heart of our business, and we make clothing that will last a lifetime.