I'm 34, and This Is the Trend I'm Buying From Zara, Warehouse and M&S
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Style Notes: Freddie Harrel wearing a linen striped dress paired with contrasting accessories.
There are smart sleek shirtdresses in animal prints that are great for a wedding guest or even the boardroom. There are boxy shirts that come with belts to tie around the waist to give your figure definition. Then there are beach-ready dresses that will work as a cover-up by the pool but when paired with heels are the ultimate holiday evening look. And that's before I've got onto the jumpsuits—there are so many that I had to cut down to just a couple. I've even spotted a '90s-style LBD that's suitably sassy but could work nicely for daytime with a white T-shirt layered underneath it.
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Style Notes: Proof that linen can be creased and chic.
If I still haven't persuaded you, maybe consider this: Linen is not only one of the most sustainable fabrics to buy, but it's also the ideal fabric for summer. It's lightweight and thanks to it being more loosely woven, it allows heat to escape better. And if you're worried about the creases? A bit of crumple in your outfit adds to the charm (if anyone asks, you've just jetted in from some Greek island). So, trust me when I say these 18 grown-up linen pieces are the ones I'm shopping right now.
Animal-print trends aren't going anywhere, and this shirtdress is the perfect buy for summer.
A blazer and some strappy sandals and you've got yourself a great work outfit.
If you're more into modest dressing during the warmer months, we've found your ideal blouse.
Wear for that garden party you have coming up.
If you prefer bolder colours, or just fancy being more adventurous, M&S has this great yellow linen suit.
You could wear pretty much anything with these and you'll look chic.
I own this jumpsuit, and it's my go-to whenever there's a warm day.
When a heat wave hits, you'll appreciate this.
Great for when you want to show off a tan.
Super pretty and fun.
A classic purchase.
The blazer you've probably seen all over Instagram. This is particularly great with jeans and a T-shirt.
A Jane Birkin–meets–Alexa Chung top.
This has wedding-guest outfit potential written all over it.
For jeans during the weekend and smart trousers during the week.
Clashing sandals in a blue or pink would make this dress stand out even more.
The most surprising entry in the list? Possibly. Wear with high-waisted trousers.
The ultimate '90s LBD.