Summer accessories are key to perfecting your warm weather look. Shed those insulating layers and accessorise your summer style with key pieces that will remind you how good it feels to be coat-less.
When summer comes around, we let out a big sigh of relief. Finally, we can wear exciting clothes and shoes again. After long, dark winters clad in wool, our bodies and our minds are ready to break free from those layers and burst out in something truly fabulous.
Accessories are integral to celebrating the return of summer. We get excited to wear white rucksacks, over-sized cat-eye sunglasses, and drape our necks with silk scarves.
So show off your summer accessories with pride, and make them the focal point of your new season outfits.
Summer Accessories
Click through to see our edit of the most amazing accessories for summer out there...
Lulu Guinness Neon Pink Perspex Lips Clutch, £73.50
Lulu Guinness' perspex Lips clutch is a great accessory for holding all your essentials in a fun, compact case.
Olivia Burton Wonderland Leather Strap Watch£62.
Nail the pastel trend with this elegant watch from Olivia Burton. The lilac leather band will add feminine appeal to your summer look.
Aurelie Bidermann Copacabana Cuff, £295
A woven cuff will add a beachy vibe to any summer outfit. On a gold base, this bracelet with also help you glisten like the sun.
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Whistles Verity Large Rucksack, £275
Stay hands-free on stuffy summer days with this ultra-stylish number. Not only is it super practical, but nails three of summer's biggest trends - white, rucksacks and sports luxe - in one simple buy.
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Littledoe Grey Crystal Storm Hat, £300
Invest in this wide brim fedora to match moody grey hues. The beautiful pheasant feathers and chunky rock crystal embellishment add a vintage touch, too.
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Ted Baker Matia Pretty Trees Cape Scarf, £99
Perfect for romping around in, this cape scarf can keep you covered and breezy through the summer months.
Whistles Skinny Resin Tort Cuff, £25
We can't get enough of tortoise shell sunnies, so why not accessorise with a matching bracelet, like this cuff from Whistles?
Coach Leather Wristlet, £95
For days when it's really hot and a full-on handbag seems like to much to carry, go for a compact wristlet that just fits the things your really need.
Jennifer Behr Beaded Headband, £120
Sometimes a simple headband is all you need to add an ethereal element to your summer wares.
Kenneth Jay Lane Gold-plated Crystal Earrings, £70
Relive the bright blue seas of your summer vacation with these vibrant turquoise earrings that will bring out even the subtlest of tans.
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Frends Oil Slick Layla Headphones, £140
Add serious style to your commute and trade in your plain white earphones for these luxe leather headphones instead, with an eye-catching oil slick design. Team with a full length metallic skirt to really make them pop.
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Muji Coloured Fan, £6.95
Don't compromise your style to keep cool this sumer, just keep this foldable fan in your bag wherever you go instead. It's available in a great range of colours, too.
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Illesteva Leonard Sunglasses, £168
Sunglasses are an obvious summer staple. Break the mould with some bold shades like these frames with magenta lenses from Illesteva.
Karen Millen Perforated Fold Over Clutch, £99
Kick the season's perforated trend into gear with this white clutch from Karen Millen. It's got minimalist appeal, and the cut-outs give it a bold edge.
Tatty Devine Lobster Necklace, £40
Get into the summer spirit with this fab lobster necklace from Tatty Devine. Did someone say 'seaside'?
Call It Spring Turquoise Liebowitz Tribal Beaded Necklace, £9.60
A beaded necklace can give any outfit that perfect summer boho appeal. It doens't have to be expensive, just bold enough to make a statement.
Kate Spade Metro Metallic Effect Leather Strap Watch Gold, £175
Put a twist on your day-to-day watch with this Kate Spade number. We adore the multicoloured, vibrant geometric shapes in place of numbers on its face, and the metallic effect leather strap. Wear with neutral basics and summer brights alike.
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Marc by Marc Jacobs Textured Leather Shoulder Bag, £290
Go yellow like the sun with this leather shoulder bag from Marc by Marc Jacobs. This handbag is the perfect size to fit all your essentials from sunglasses to an umbrella.
Eugenia Kim Sylvie Headband, £215
Get festival ready in an instant with this full-on floral headband. Thanks to its rainbow-like array of colours, you can accessorise this with practically all your favourite summer outfits.
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ASOS Tipped Loop Boyfriend Waist And Hip Belt, £10
Toughen up girly-girl summer dresses with a boyfriend waist belt, like this brown leather-look number from ASOS. It's great for adding shape to your silhouette when worn over your go-to oversized shirt, too.
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New Look Watermelon Clutch, £9.99
What better way to tote your essentials around than in this watermelon clutch. It's so vibrant you'll make everyone around you crave some ice cold watermelon when you wear it.
COS Circular Leather Bag, £79
Simple, clean cut and compact, this circular shoulder bag will take you through the summer nights for years to come.
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Alexander McQueen Graphic Tulip and Skull Fine-Knit Scarf, £180
We're loving the latest update of Alexander McQueen's skull print scarf, mixing in pink florals to create the perfect blend of girly and grungy. Add drama to you pink pastels by wrapping this over your shoulders.
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Moxham Arrow Long Necklace, £110
Work one of summer's biggest trends to a tee by teaming your all-white attire with this statement necklace. We love that you can get three looks from it, too - just adjust the straps to work a cuff, short or long length necklace. Triple win.
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Call It Spring Cream 'Propper' Rose Print Duffle Backpack, £24
Accessorise your summer look with a floral rucksack to incorporate a bit of cheer and practicality into your style. Summer is certainly not the season to neglect your bag choice.
ASOS Straw Visor Hat, £10
Transform your visor from sportswear to beachwear with this woven straw design from ASOS. We love.
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& Other Stories Metal Bar Sunglasses, £45
Summer isn't complete without the perfect pair of sunglasses, and we adore these black and grey acetate frames.
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H&M 8-Pack Rings, £2.99
If rings are your go-to jewellery, the way to work them this summer is to live by the philosophy 'more is more.' Clash gold and silver for an extra quirk.
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Reiss Maud Blurred Bloom Scarf, £59
Overcast days don't mean you have to resort to your winter wardrobe. Layer up your summer basics, and add this delightfully light, Italian-made floral print scarf to finish.
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& Other Stories Bar Ponytail Holder, £5
Ditch your boring day-to-day hairbands in place of this decorative ponytail holder from & Other Stories that will update your up-do for evenings out in an instant.
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Muji Freecut Raincoat, £9.95
Sheer, light summer fabrics and the perfect blow-dry just don't do well with warm summer rain. Get it covered with this surprisingly chic raincoat that you can cut down to size, to fit you perfectly. It also comes in a compact pouch for extra convenience.
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Reiss Frith Leather Weave Bracelet, £25
Think you can't pull off accessorising your workwear? Cue this delightful leather weave bracelet, with an elegant gold t-bar fastening.
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ASOS Bow Satchel Bag, £22
Chic and ultra feminine, this compact lilac satchel is ideal for taking your through the summer days into the night.
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Lulu Guinness Birthday Candle Necklace, £190
Summer is prime birthday season, but there are load of other excuses to have cake, including this birthday candle necklace.
Miss Selfridge Pastel Stone Ring Set, £6
Can't decide which pastel to choose? Go for a cool combo of three with this ring set from Miss Selfridge.
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Mango Faceted Stone Necklace, £29
Summer statement necklaces are the season's must-have accessories. This embellished necklace from Mango will sit elegantly atop your prettiest sundress.
Love The Accessories Pastel Gem Earrings, £8
Add a exciting twist to an all-white outfit with colourful earrings that will bring extra impact to your whole look.
French Connection Linn Floppy Hat, £35
A sun hat is always a must when it comes to summer fashion. Accessorise your all-white look with a chic floppy hat.
& Other Stories African Mood Belt, £17
If you don't have a chance to get up close and personal with nature this summer, go for this earthy print African mood belt instead. Team with a knee-length crisp white shirt dress, making it the centerpiece of your look.
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