As temperatures soar, you don’t have to sacrifice style for comfort, says Pip Mills
On a recent trip to Florence, I loved wandering the cobbled streets and marvelling at the Duomo and the Uffizi Gallery. The one downside was that I seriously underestimated the heat. After just five minutes, I was praying for an air-conditioned chauffeur-driven car and threatening to strip down to my underwear! For my summer holiday in the South of France, I have given my fashion strategy an overhaul and am only packing loose cotton kaftans and simple separates that can be jazzed up with beach bags, sandals and a fedora. Here are some of my favourite finds...
Marvellous Maxis
Tantalizing tops
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“I love this flattering suit, the print will disguise any lumps and bumps. Be careful not to put this one in the washing machine though, the tassels may fall off!”
M&S Shard swimsuit, £35; marksandspencer.com
Brilliant bottoms
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“Pack one staple skirt or pair of trousers and mix and match with feminine and floaty tops, and you can just take hand luggage!”
Donna Ida Margot culottes, £175; donnaida.com
Awesome accessories
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“I love this brand; they have recently introduced slider sandals that you can monogram with your initials. Their bags are also a useful and timeless investment”
Rae Feather slider sandals, £185; raefeather.com
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