Alex, Qld

Answer: Dear Alex,

With summer just around the corner here is a list of this season’s must-have pieces:

1. Nautical striped t-shirts. Sportscraft have a great range of nautical inspired separates this season for more information see //www.sportscraft.com.au/

2. Espadrilles. The seasons most comfortable and versatile shoe. Team with a pair of wide leg linen pants for timeless elegance, or with a sun dress for cocktail hour.

3. Sun dress. It is the season of the dress – dresses in all shapes and sizes have flooded the racks in stores all over the country – choose a style that flatters your shape, weather it be a 50s style sundress or floor length maxi dress. Try www.countryroad.com.au

4. Metallic sandals. A metallic sandal will be perfect for those hot sunny days at the beach and balmy summer nights, team with a kaftan for day and a party dress for night. Try www.zensu.com.au

5. A perfect white shirt – regardless of the season, the white shirt is a quintessential wardrobe staple. For a great selection of shirts try http://herringbone.com.au/

6. Crisp white linen pants. A crisp wide leg linen pant worn with a striped t-shirt and a fedora will transport you to the shores of Portofino and exude summer style. These wardrobe essentials are perfect for our hot summer months as the fabric is light, cool and easy to wear. Try www.gordonsmith.com.au/

7. A graphic printed or floral 50s style skirt Inspired by the Prada Spring/Summer collections –Australian designers have created full fifties style skirts with high waists in a variety of prints and colours. The skirts look great worn with a crisp white shirt and a waisted belt, perfect for summer lunches or BBQs. Try www.veronikamaine.com.au/

8. Panama hat – Sun protection is paramount these days, so why not do it in style with a panama hat or fedora. These bring a sense of style and sophistication to any outfit. Try www.myislandhome.com.au/

9. Kaftan - the ultimate beach cover up – opt for a bright colour and a cool flowing fabric. For a great selection try www.camilla.com.au

10. Sunglasses - Choose a pair that flatter and enhance your features rather than following the latest trend, for a great selection of sunglasses try www.opsm.com.au

11. Bright colored tote – update your black winter handbag with a bright coloured tote – this will add flair and personality to your summer wardrobe – look out for pinks, greens, reds or yellows. Oroton is a good place to start your search www.oroton.com.au

12. Swimsuit – with so many swimsuit styles on the market it is important to choose a style that flatters and enhances your shape. For a great selection of halter necks, tankini’s, bikinis, and full support swimsuits in a range of sizes, colours and designs try Seafolly www.seafolly.com

Happy Shopping!

The AWW Fashion Team

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