Summer is a notoriously tricky season to dress for. Layering is kept to a minimum, fabrics are airy and dyes are light, so it’s easy to fall into the habit of wearing the same comfort, go-to staples that’ll keep you cool – and stylish – in the heat. So, what’s the key to packing a punch, even when you’re wearing fewer items of clothing? A well-chosen set of accessories. Whether it’s Jacques Marie Mage’s handmade sunglasses, a sunshine-ready bucket hat from LOEWE or something as timeless as a Gucci belt, our edit is sure to do just that.
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01. The uber-cool Jacques Marie Mage sunglasses
Jacques Marie Mage has partnered with one of LA’s buzziest stores, Union, to create a limited-edition collection inspired by the 1960s, of which these sunglasses are a part. The engraved wirecores add a touch of sophistication to an otherwise classic frame.
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02. The must-have LOEWE bucket hat
Leave it to LOEWE to set the mood for summer with its annual collection inspired by the iconic Ibiza boutique, Paula’s. The resulting pieces – such as this raffia hat – are colourful and carefree, and perfect to be worn on La Isla.
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03. The crafty Peyote Bird bracelet set
Whether you wear them separately or as a set, Peyote Bird’s bracelets are a subtle yet refined way to elevate any formal or casual outfit. The combination of gold-plated beads, labradorite, silver leaf jasper, smoky quartz and other-of-pearl discs feels particularly warm, making a perfect pairing for an earthy colour palette.
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04. The everyday Bottega Veneta bag
Few things say summer quite like a tie-dye motif, particularly one that’s as well executed as the acid denim wash on Bottega Veneta’s Cassette bag. Pack it for your next holiday, or make it your commute companion against darker layers.
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05. The timeless Gucci belt
If you’re in the market for a truly special investment piece – those items that stand the test of time without ever going out of style – you can’t go wrong with a Gucci belt. The label’s interlocking monogram has been updated to resemble the bamboo straps of the label’s Diana bags, just in time for summer.
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06. The bigger-than-life KAPITAL duffle bag
If there was ever a contemporary and decidedly cooler men’s counterpart to Mary Poppins’ bag, this KAPITAL duffle would be as close as it gets. It’s spacious enough to hold everything you need for a short trip. It’s also designed to be packable and carried in different ways thanks to the detachable shoulder strap and multiple handles.
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07. The evocative Mikia chain
Got a couple of trips lined up? Then this Mikia pendant necklace, inspired by the iconic talisman of all travellers, is for you. The gold-plated medallion set with a single diamond (which represents the North Star) is sure to lighten up any outfit.
