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Okay, so we don’t all go diving for a bikini at the first hint of sun, but if you do then why not flaunt it with style?

This is the Forget Me Not lace frill bikini from Zimmermann and if you’re going to bare (nearly) all on the beach this summer, there are few flirtier or sexier ways of doing it.

The knotting halter-strap top has sliding triangle cups while the hipster briefs manage to look great while preserving most of your modesty! They have moderate back cover and edges trimmed by cut-work lace.

A simple tie string picks up the theme from the halter top, giving you a fresh and modern look which walks just the right side of subtlety.

The Zimmermann Forget Me Not bikini is available in sizes 8 - 14 and costs £98.

You can pick up yours from:

www.figleaves.com

Hippy chic never seems to go out of style, and what better time of year to indulge a little than summer - lazy afternoons, hazy evenings.

Whether you’re strutting your stuff in festival-land, dodging dodgy barbeque fayre (why should they suddenly be able to cook, just because it’s outdoors?), or if you’re just out and about with some girl firends, these painted wood beads are a great, relaxed and fun detail to your summer look.

They’re part of the ‘jewelley by Diva’ range from Miss Selfridge and each bead features its own painted flowers. If hayfever stops you putting a flower in your hair this summer, at ;east you can have some around your neck.

The Painted Wood Bead Necklace costs £12 and is available from Miss Selfridge, both in-store and online at:

www.MissSelfridge.com

Every wardrobe needs a its good, basic staples. Those include some drop-dead gorgeous jeans. Yes, you want to look relaxed, but you want to look great with it.

Few are better at combining the two than the vivid and quirky Italian label, Fornarina.

These ultra-cool, low-rise ‘New Attitude’ demin jeans from Fornarina strike all the right chords: slim flare cut, a subtly ditressed finish, contrast-stitch detailing and a cheeky side-rivet flourish.

Italian designer chic, but you don’t need to pay designer prices. Available in sizes 10 - 14, Sarah Coggles has these low-rise beauties right now for just £80.

Grab your pair now from:

www.coggles.com

Dressing for an outdoor occasion is difficult enough without having to worry about our British weather.

Luckily, choosing a jacket just got much easier.

This lightweight corsage detail coat from Wallis won’t get you hot under the collar if the sun shines, but it will keep both mild drizzle and the odd chilly breeze at bay if needs be.

It’s available in both oyster and in black, so presuming your hair’s not gone frizzy, you can look great whatever the weather!

The corsage mac’s available in sizes 8 - 20, is machine washable and comes in at £80. It’s available from your local Wallis store, or online at:

www.wallis.co.uk

This sweet pyjama set is almost too cute for words!  Blue and white checked Capri pants are the perfect lounging essential with an elasticated waistband and drawstring tie. 

 The matching white vest has a pretty heart motif, satin bow and little blue heart buttons.

Perfect for lazy days, cosy nights and for when you want to look truly adorable…

This set costs £18 from La Senza.
Right now,  if you buy one you get one free! 

 Pick up a pair in La Senza stores, or online at:

www.lasenza.co.uk

This beautiful black Bhayden handbag is classy, easy to wear and very, very versatile. 

It has shoulder and ruching straps on the sides, has a stud and buckle detail to add just the right amount of interest and is fully lined with handy pockets inside for mobile phone and purse.

It looks great teamed with classic black trousers and a white tailored shirt for work and just as good with skinny jeans and a pair of ballerinas at the weekend.

Get it before it goes! 

You can find it in Faith stores, and online at:

www.faith.co.uk

We all know girlie underwear is the best way to feel great - sexy and comfortable in soft cottons.

Luckily, cute and gorgeous pastel cottons are part of the Summer 2008 lingerie collection from Next.

 This pretty pale pink spot padded bra is the perfect example - comfortable and sexy with a price tag of just £16, it’s a classic staple that deserves a place in every girls undies drawer.

See the range at Next stores across the country, or check it out online at:

www.next.co.uk

There are certain pieces which are just derigeur each season. This summer, your look’s not complete without some big sunglasses.

These medium tint sunglasses from Next are right on trend, combining a bold, confident style and retro gradiated lens.

Costing a small-time £10 you can find out more instore at Next, or online at:

www.next.co.uk

A girl’s got to have a way to carry all her stuff, and what better way than this silver pockets holdall from Next?

It’s a handy 49 x 21 x 30cm so there’s plenty of room, but all the while a stylish look is assured. The price? Just £40.

It’s part of the Next Summer 08 range and you can find more details at:

www.next.co.uk