May 25, 2020 at 05:00AM
We created What to Buy Now to bring you a concise edit every Monday on the items we really love—from the high street , designer labels, vintage gems you can buy online and even charity-shop treasures. We’re constantly scanning the most stylish online stores so you can feel safe in the knowledge that you won’t miss a thing.
We know that your fashion requirements can vary massively from season to season, whether you’re looking for an immaculately tailored staple, an affordable sundress or the perfect pair of shoes. So not only will we cover all the bases, but as ardent believers in mindful consumption , we’ll make sure everything we include will look just as fresh in a year’s time as it does now.
Of course, we’ll also bring you those pieces that simply set your heart racing in a way that only fashion can. This week’s highlights include plenty of winning wardrobe gems, including a ’90s-inspired midi dress from Solid & Striped, a summer-ready top from H&M and a retro-cool vintage silk scarf. Scroll down to shop the buys on my wish list this week. You know what to do.
Smocking plus sunshine yellow equals a summer dress win.
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Use now to store all your scarves, then for weekends away for many years to come.
An affordable and versatile blouse to keep you cool in the heat.
This will be a serious multitasker in your accessory capsule this season.
A dreamy swimsuit that doubles as a bodysuit.
Retro florals have never looked so appealing.
The denim silhouette of the summer.
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So simple yet oh so chic.
Throwback to the ’90s with this bias-cut midi dress.
Very ’90s Gwyneth Paltrow.
These would look so good with the above co-ord.
A simple way to add style to your summer basics.
The square neckline instantly elevates this classic mini.
A vintage jacket that will go with everything from jeans to midi dresses.
Summer linen, but make it polished.
An easy way to hide a late night on Zoom.
Use this to liven up a white tee and jeans.
Throw-on comfies just got so much chicer.
I’m not usually a fan of one-shoulder tops, but this is undeniably chic.
A capsule collection to take note of.
One of Team WWW has already added these to basket.
Chunky sandals meet zebra print; shoe heaven is born.
One of the best straight-leg styled I’ve seen on the high street.
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Yes, you can find Fendi for under £250.
The pure definition of “pretty as a picture.”
Wear with joggers and Birkenstocks now, then flared jeans come autumn.
Fun fact: This tie-dyed bodysuit is cut from Tencel, which is an eco-friendly fabric regenerated from wood cellulose.
You’d never know this was from Topshop.
These will instantly liven up a minidress.
A serious classic bag if we ever saw one.
Wear with everything from jeans to dresses.
Add to a white tee and high-waisted trousers.
The coolest high-street collab of 2020.
Pajamas never looked so chic.
Crochet is making us daydream of holidays.
Style with sliders now, then heeled boots come autumn.
For a little hit of ’70s styling.
This leather jacket is minimalist perfection.
For all you window sun-bathers out there.
Slouchy leather will give a luxe finish to any outfit.
Just tuck in a ribbed polo-neck top.
The prettiest smocked frock we’ve ever seen.
Just add to straight leg jeans.
Birkenstocks never looked so appealing.
This will look so cool with a white tee and sneakers.
An easy spring dress. Just add chunky sandals.
Gold chains are the gift that keeps on giving.
Fashion editors can’t get enough of Arizona Loves’ hiking-style sandals.
We’ll have one in every colour, thanks.
A ’90s-style cardi was made for this transitional weather.
This looks so high-end thanks to the woven detail.
Just add skinny jeans and ballet pumps. Vintage heaven.
This’ll make for a dreamy accompaniment to your knitted joggers.
If you want to feel a little more fancy at home, style your chunky knit with a slip skirt.
A classic white tee, but give it a ’70s spin via subtle stripes and a collar.
Wrangler’s wide-leg jeans are as flattering as they are fun.
The mercury is rising, so it’s time to dig out your sunnies.
This shade of blue is just too pretty.
Retro prints never looked so appealing.
You’d never know this was from the high street.
This versatile jumpsuit will look just as good with chunky sandals as it does with platform heels.
The plaited, chunky effect makes these Mango sandals look super premium.
Linen + lilac + Loewe + matchy-matchy = vintage heaven.
Tuck into jeans or wide-leg trousers.
Comfy “dad” sandals are a godsend right now.
Throw over a T-shirt and jeans.
You can’t beat a classic—especially when it comes pre-loved.
This won’t be around for long.
The perfect spring dress.
The prettiest top we’ve ever seen.
I just added this to my basket. Just saying.
Next: Spring/Summer 2020 Fashion Trends: What We’ll Be Wearing in This New Decade
Opening Image: @johannejesssen
Author Joy Montgomery | Whowhatwear
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