While summer appears to be a stop-start affair here in the UK, there’s no denying that temperatures are creeping up and with it, a demand for lighter fabrics and sleeveless cuts. With AM-PM versatility, event-to-everyday potential, and adaptability to the forecast’s changing moods, these summer tops fill satisfy your new summer wardrobe needs, complementing your existing investments and seasonal favourites, adding mileage to familiar pairings.
THE LAYERING TOPS
Although these pieces have year-round adaptability, they get a moment in the spotlight in warmer months when styled solo or bolster other pieces layered under simple, sleeveless vests.
THE LACE LAYERING CAMI
A lace trim outlines this style’s V-neckline to soften those topping knitted vests while reimagining a casual staple, granting it more day-to-dinner versatility
THE PRINTED BLOUSE
The key player in any trustworthy jeans-and-a-nice-top pairing, a printed summer blouse elevates off-duty favourites and finds a home in more formal and office-bound pairings.
THE SILK MAGNOLIA BIRD PRINT PUSSYBOW BLOUSE
Gold-toned buttons subtly glint against the lustrous backdrop of this printed blouse, elevating tried-and-true jeans-and-a-nice-top pairings while a fitted necktie can be secured loosely or as a decorative pussybow.
THE TOWELLING TOPS
Granting a fabric synonymous with beach days more city-street credentials, towelling is finding a home on short-sleeved tops in our summer collections, shoring up your at-home and holiday wardrobe with failsafe warm-weather solutions for off-duty days.
THE TOWELLING POLO TOP
A reimagining of an athleisure staple, this polo top heroes soft towelling in a bold, eye-catching colourway and is detailed with a concealed zip running down the chest to create a relaxed V-neckline.
THE PERFECT VESTS
Tried-and-true staples familiar with your year-round wardrobe come into their own the moment the mercury starts to rise. Breaking away from their supporting role layered under knits, vest tops play a central part in summer outfitting styled with everything from cheesecloth shorts and light-wash jeans to tailored trousers.
THE ULTIMATE CREW NECK VEST
Stretch jersey with a subtle ribbed finish grants our crew neck vests a comfortable, bulk-free finish that marries well with tucked-in styling while a choice of colours and a bold Breton option refresh familiar sartorial pairings.
THE COTTON CONTRAST RIB JERSEY TOP
Soft cotton with a subtle ribbed texture and a minimalist monochrome palette reimagine the classic vest top, retaining a polished finish with smart tailoring while complementing more pared-back looks.
THE CROP TOPS
Tops that favour a cropped silhouette over a longline one are a godsend in warmer months, freeing you from the “to tuck or not to tuck” quandary while flattering your choice of trouser or skirt. They partner with blazers and cardigans well and build streamlined looks solo.
THE SEAM DETAIL CROP TOP
Soft jersey with a subtle ribbed texture and comfortable stretch grant these styles a form-fitting finish that flatters while seam detailing above the hem creates structure.
THE CHEESECLOTH TIE FRONT TOP
Easily adaptable to accommodate all bust sizes, this iron-free casual top secures with a tie at the front that acts as both an integral design detail and decoration, adding intrigue to your pick of warm-weather looks.
REINVENTED TANKS
Sportswear meets eveningwear sophistication to create the most versatile of reinvented summer tank tops. They partner with casual staples like cargo trousers and denim shorts as well as more structured tailoring and suiting, granting them a more considered, laid-back finish.
THE RIB JERSEY CUT OUT TANK
Reimaging the classic sleeveless silhouette, this summer tank top heroes sweeping cutouts over the chest and back that break up the neutral colourway, lending casual looks a modern sensibility.