FASHION
WHAT'S YOUR SUMMER AESTHETIC?
By Emma Strawbridge, 4 April 2024
EATING PASTA IN A TOWN YOU CAN'T PRONOUNCE THE NAME OF
Last year we had tomato girl, this year we’ve got Mediterranean/Euro/cool-girl summer AKA the looks you need for that European trip you just booked. The packing list must include: a floaty dress (gingham and fruity prints preferred), sunglasses (the more 90s, the better), a woven bag and finally – something red (yes, it’s *still* giving). Oh, and don’t forget your passport.
GET THE LOOK:
ASOS DESIGN full skirt midi crinkle sundress in mono gingham check, £34
Topshop Gilmour straw grab bag in silver fleck, £28
ASOS DESIGN Hayes strappy mid sandal heeled mules in red, £24
PRETENDING YOU LIKE FOOTBALL SO YOU HAVE SOMETHING TO TALK ABOUT WITH YOUR CRUSH
We all know there’s a couple of big sporting events happening this summer… and we all know your friends/crush will be going to the pub to watch it unfold. So, if you want to join in on the social fun and look like a true fan, go for the tomboy femme vibe that's been all over your FYP. Football jerseys, rugby tops and jorts are mandatory.
GET THE LOOK:
COLLUSION lace v neck tank top with football print in black, £19.99
Reclaimed Vintage skate denim jort in washed black, £25.99
adidas Originals Samba trainers in white and red, £90
adidas Originals Premium Essentials PE dad cap in black, £23
MANIFESTING THE LOVE OF YOUR LIFE COMING OVER WHILE YOU'RE READING UNDER A TREE
If you’re a hopeless romantic with a love of the balletcore/prairie trend – this aesthetic is you in summer 2024. Cue floaty milkmaid tops, babydoll dresses, ballet flats, bows and everything in between. Plus, micro shorts are perfect for when you’re *actually* reading in the park – cute and practical.
GET THE LOOK:
Reclaimed Vintage western bandeau top with bows in white, £29.99
Motel stripe mini co-ord shorts in red, £25
ASOS DESIGN Los Angeles ruched ballet with elastic strap in rose, £18
Pictures: ASOS
COOL GIRL GOES ON A CITY BREAK TO SOAK UP THE CULTURE (READ: GET CONTENT FOR SOCIALS)
You know how it is: you want to be cultural, go to a museum, pretend to read all the placards under each piece, but all the words are actually blurring into one and you have no idea what the sculpture you’re looking at is meant to be. But at least your friend got a pic of you ‘taking in the art’. For the ultimate cool-girl aesthetic – go for a high-low balance mixing smarter silhouettes with casual pieces. Obviously, everything's in black, too.
GET THE LOOK:
Monki long sleeve taffeta midi dress in black, £56
adidas Originals Track Top in Black, £70
