It is time to give your wardrobe a makeover with some hot summer style. We’ve teamed up with Erith Riverside Shopping Centre to compile a summer style guide for the whole family, plus some goodies that’ll keep you entertained in the garden or at the beach.
LADIES
Aztec Paisley Print Bandeau Maxi Dress – £16.00 – Select
Paisley and Aztec prints continue to be on trend this season, and Select’s bandeau maxi dress combines the two.
Snake Print Ruched Bandeau Bikini - £6.00 (top), £5.00 (bottoms) – Matalan
Animal prints are hot for summer and this neon green snakeskin print bandeau bikini will look fantastic with a golden tan.
Digital Print Swimsuit - £10.00 - Select
Cut-out silhouettes are a strong swimwear look and this bold digital print makes a real statement and will look fantastic when paired with a black fringed kimono
Black Lace Fringe Kimono - £12.00 – Select
This lace kimono is a really versatile piece– it can be worn with a bikini or layered over a bandeau maxi dress for a cool festival look.
Fluorescent Jelly Sandals - £6.00 – Select
Jelly sandals have officially made a comeback, and we love these vibrant fluorescent yellow ones.
Black Straw Bowler Hat - £4.00 – Select
Add this statement hat to your outfit to accessorise with an effortlessly cool edge.
GUYS
Hawaiian Floral Print Board Shorts - £12.00 – Matalan
Hit the beach or pool in these surfer-style Hawaiian boardies.
Palm Print Shirt - £14.99 – Blue Inc
This fresh cotton shirt, with abstract blue palm leaf print looks great paired with denim shorts.
Denim Shorts with Turn-up Hem - £24.99 – Blue Inc
These denim shorts in a vintage wash, for a worn-in feel, are a summer style staple.
Tortoiseshell Retro Sunglasses – £12.99 – Blue Inc
Snap up these tortoiseshell sunglasses from Blue Inc – they’re a summer classic and make a nice change from aviators.
KIDS
‘Name it’ Girls Stripe Dress - £15.00 – Argos
This is a perfect summer sun dress. In 100% cotton it will keep your little poppet cool this summer.
Girls Heart Print Swimsuit - £5.00 – Matalan
Pick up this heart-print swimsuit with cute bow detail.
Batman Swim Suit (18-24 months) - £12.99 – Argos
This Batman swim suit is ideal for protecting your little ‘Caped Crusader’ from the sun when you’re on the beach.
‘Name It’ Smart Shorts - £13.00 – Argos
Pick up these smart yet casual shorts for your lad and pair with a retro-style t-shirt for summer cool.
Firetrap Café Racer T-Shirt - £9.00 – Argos
This bright red Firetrap motorcycle motif design is sure to become your little boy’s favourite tee.
GARDEN/BEACH
Chad Valley Family Swim Centre Inflatable Paddling Pool - £19.99 – Argos
All the best gardens have a water feature and this large paddling pool will provide fun for all the family on hot summer days!
Chad Valley Splash Slide Rider - £34.99 – Argos
This fun-packed inflatable slide will provide hours of summer fun for the kids!
Cotton Beach Towels - £6.00-7.00 each – Matalan
Prepare to relax and unwind on your holidays with these palm and leopard print beach towels.
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