Last minute summer fashion buys

Beat the heat in these printastic buys

head Candy

With the sun high in the sky this summer, we’re keeping things cool with a printed head scarf, micro sunnies and statement earring combo. Layer a bralet with colour-pop denim for a more wearable way to flash some flesh. Jacket, Primark, £15; Bra let, Pretty little thing, £15; Scarf (worn as headband), Skinnydip, £10; Sunglasses, new Look, £7.99; earrings, new Look, £5.99; Rings (worn throughout), Primark, £3 for eight

COOLTREWS

Trousers with splits are everywhere right about now, so we’re getting on board. Simply add bright flats, mirrored sunnies and a touch of denim for a look that’s oh-so chic. Top, Pull & Bear, £17.99; Trousers, asos, £25; Sunglasses, Skinnydip, £20; earrings, Primark, £2.50; Bag, Stradivarius, £39.99; Sandals, office, £39

Summer evenings

Get date-night ready in this leaf-print dress. Opt for sky-high heels and a clutch to make sure all eyes are on you. Feeling a bit extra? Cat-eyed glasses scream some serious cool-girl vibes. Dress, Boohoo, £22; Sunglasses, new Look, £7.99; earrings, new Look, £5.99; Bag, Skinnydip, £30; Shoes, Topshop, £42

Dressed Up

Don’t think leafy prints are all about greens and neutral tones. Try a pop of colour to add some sass to your summer wardrobe. Team with co-ordinating heels and look-at-me earrings and you’re good to go. Dress, Asos, £65; earrings, primark, £3; sunglasses, skinnydip £30; shoes, stradivarius, £19.99

GO metal

Make a statement with a silver body under a sheer leaf print for an unexpected twist on an everyday look. Team with denim shorts and a tote for effortless chic. top, per Una by m&s, £45; Body, miss selfridge, £20; shorts, river Island, £35; earrings, primark, £4; Bag, Dune, £70

statement style

More is more when it comes to prints. Team a slogan top (or swimsuit in this case) with bright, sports-luxe trousers for some serious fash points. Finish with bold sunglasses and let those compliments roll on in. swimsuit, primark, £10; trousers, Asos, £35; sunglasses, skinnydip, £25; earrings, new look, £5.99

Sheer Delight

This sheer skirt is great if you want to flash some leg without going OTT. While the slits are great for making legs appear longer, the high waist is perfect for teaming with a shorter wrap-style top. And don’t forget statement heels – they’ll finish your look perfectly. top, New look, £17.99; Skirt, Boohoo, £18; earrings, Primark, £3; Shoes, Office, £69