There is no better time than Summer to prioritise the way you feel, be and look but let’s face it - Summer is also the time of year that can make you feel anything but your best …

To help you look your best, I’m taking some of the guesswork out by sharing 10x Summer Staples that I believe every woman must own. These staples will help increase the versatility of your wardrobe, allow you to create outfits almost effortlessly and remove the stress often associated with dressing.

A Linen Camisole

Lightweight & breathable. A linen cami can be styled casually for day or worn tucked into a pair of flowy trousers with a bold lip for night. I prefer a cami with thin straps but if you prefer a little more coverage, a linen tank top would work just as well.

My favourite brands are ASSEMBLY LABEL & SEED HERITAGE

A Cotton Shirt

For ultimate versatility! Wear as a cover-up over a swimsuit, tuck a thin cotton shirt into denim shorts for lunch by the beach or wear layered over a slip dress and tied at the waist to create the illusion of a top & skirt. Personally, I prefer a slightly oversized style which I usually find in the men’s section or I’ll just borrow my husbands.

My favourite brands UNIQLO, LMND & COS

A Slip Dress

You can’t go wrong with a slip dress. They are fuss-free, work well for day & night and feel like a second skin. If a slip dress isn’t your thing, opt for any mid-length dress in a soft, flowy fabric. A thin fabric will give you more bang for your back because you’ll be able to wear it tucked into or layered over trousers without adding too much volume to the hips.

My favourite brand is SILK LAUNDRY

Denim Shorts

A pair of denim shorts is an Aussie must! Invest in a slightly longer style that ends just above the knee to be able to style them for multiple occasions – think a café breakfast, beach day or sunset drinks.

My favourite brands are LEVIS, HENNE & DISSH

Palazzo/ Wide Leg Trousers

Think long pants are too hot for Summer? It all comes down to fabric. Choose a style that’s made from a thin, natural fabric that allows the skin to breathe such as linen, cotton or rayon. They’ll make you feel like you’re floating on Cloud 9.

My favourite brands are COS & FAITHFULL THE BRAND

A Denim Jacket

You’ll only need one jacket in Summer and that’s a denim jacket. Look for a slightly oversized style that isn’t too tight & restrictive and one that is made from 100% cotton. Roll the sleeves to elbow height and you’re good to go should the breeze pick up.

My favourite brands are ASSEMBLY LABEL & NUDE LUCY

A One-Piece Swimsuit

A one-piece swimsuit is classic, timeless & elegant. Better yet, they work so well doubled as a top and worn layered under denim shorts or palazzo/ wide-leg trousers.

My favourite brands are BOND-EYE SWIM, HUNZA G & ELCE SWIM

Neutral Slides

Whether you prefer a thin strappy style or a slightly chunkier style, slides are here to stay! You can’t go wrong with black but I do feel that a pair of tan slides could give black a good run for its money.

My favourite brands are TONY BIANCO & A.EMERY

Sunglasses

Nothing elevates an outfit quite like a pair of sunglasses. Choose a style that flatters your face shape in a shade that works well with many of the colours in your wardrobe. For sunglasses, I actually prefer a print like tortoiseshell which tends to include a bit of black and brown so the versatility is there but it’s also a really classic print too that won’t date.

My favourite brands are GOOD CITIZENS, LUV LOU & BRESAC

Straw Beach Bag

Keep an eye out for a multi-toned bag or a bag that includes 1 or 2 neutral shades for increased wearability. You can’t go wrong with a mid-sized bag that includes a touch of black, tan or white.

My favourite brand is SEED HERITAGE