Summer Fashion 2014: The Ultimate New Season Guide

Summer fashion, sorted. Get to grips with this season's best trends and stock up your high summer wardrobe ahead of time.

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Summer fashion, sorted. Get to grips with this season's best trends and stock up your high summer wardrobe ahead of time.

Welcome to your summer fashion 2014 bible, introducing the best new season trends for holidays, festivals and special occasions.

Bohemian makes a return this summer, meaning aztec prints, maxi dresses and fringed details are all back on the fashion agenda. Give summer an eclectic twist, with easy silhouettes - as seen at Armani and Donna Karan SS14 - and choose earthy, ikat prints to add edge.

Most importantly for your high summer look though, sample the white out trend where everyone from J.Crew to Karen Millen are sharing tailored pieces in cool white shades - perfect for your high summer workwear wardrobe. Now just add a holiday bronze.

Summer Fashion

Summer Fashion

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Sample the summer's hottest trends, and check out our edit of 2014's hottest fashion essentials...

H&M Beaded Jacket, £69.99

H&M Beaded Jacket, £69.99

H&M Beaded Jacket

Layer this festival-ready summer jacket over a clean white dress and you can work your high summer look into any weekend.

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Mara Hoffman Printed Stretch Modal Jumpsuit, £285

Mara Hoffman Printed Stretch Modal Jumpsuit, £285

Mara Hoffman Printed Stretch Modal Jumpsuit

Aztec patterns get a swift SS14 update with some bold shots of neon this year. Mara Hoffman's Printed Modal Jumpsuit is a ready made outfit.

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Ancient Greek Sandals At Matches, £125

Ancient Greek Sandals At Matches, £125

Ancient Greek Sandals At Matches

Jessica Alba is just one celeb known to favour Ancient Greek's 2014 sandal styles. We'll be wearing the criss cross style in white,

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Filippa K Selina Kaftan Dress, £184

Filippa K Selina Kaftan Dress, £184

Filippa K Selina Kaftan Dress

The loose-fitting Filippa K Selina Kaftan Dress will help create your ultimate summer silhouette. Perfect for special occasions at home as well as poolside cocktails away.

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Mother Of Pearl Bistra Fruits Print Dress, £495

Mother Of Pearl Bistra Fruits Print Dress, £495

Mother Of Pearl Bistra Fruits Print Dress

We're a little bit obsessed with fruity prints this summer and the Mother of Pearl Bistra Printed Dress is a fabulous way to get your fix.

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Kurt Geiger Miss KG Daphne Sandals, £55

Kurt Geiger Miss KG Daphne Sandals, £55

Kurt Geiger Miss KG Daphne Sandals

Though this season's summer shoe styles may be chunkier and, well, Birkenstocks, you can still add a glamorous touch with SS14's embellished styles.

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Topshop Texture Gathered Knee Midi Skirt, £45

Topshop Texture Gathered Knee Midi Skirt, £45

Topshop Texture Gathered Knee Midi Skirt

Go bold in Topshop's Textured Midi Skirt in a fabulous sunset orange.

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Topshop Ashish Tee, £40

Topshop Ashish Tee, £40

Topshop Ashish Tee

If, like us, you're obsessing over statement Tees, the Topshop x Ashish collection is one to check out, especially these cheeky 'Hi my name is...' tops.

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Gucci Straw Beach Hat, £260

Gucci Straw Beach Hat, £260

Gucci Straw Beach Hat

No summer fashion ensemble is complete without a big-rim hat in 2014. We particularly like Gucci's thick ribbon beach hat.

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H&M Jacket, £29.99

H&M Jacket, £29.99

H&M Jacket

H&M's gold finish jacket makes the perfect accompaniment to high summer's bright white pieces.

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Zara Palazzo Pants, £39.99

Zara Palazzo Pants, £39.99

Zara Palazzo Pants

Wide legged trousers are a perfect summer alternative to the previous season's tailored styles. The Zara Palzzo Pants are still smart enough for work, with a pair of stilettos.

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Miu Miu Sunglasses At Sunglasses Shop, £171.00

Miu Miu Sunglasses At Sunglasses Shop, £171.00

Miu Miu Sunglasses At Sunglasses Shop

Miu Miu show us how to do sunglasses in 2014. This cut away pair echo the key trends of the ready-to-wear collections.

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Cos Sleeveless Dress, £59

Cos Sleeveless Dress, £59

Cos Sleeveless Dress

Choose a laidback dress style from Cos this summer. The babydoll shapes are particularly well-suited to picnics and lazy walks in the park.

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Zara Shiny Leather High Heel Mules, £59.99

Zara Shiny Leather High Heel Mules, £59.99

Zara Shiny Leather High Heel Mules

Mules have officially made their way back into our hearts. Especially in a bronze metallic finish, like these Zara High Heels.

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Uzma Bozai Kantha Printed Maxi Dress £280

Uzma Bozai Kantha Printed Maxi Dress £280

Uzma Bozai Kantha Printed Maxi Dress

Head to toe aztec is the summer look to channel in 2014. This Uzma Bozai Kantha Dress is ultra-glamorous.

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Karen Millen Small Perforated Tote Bag, £75

Karen Millen Small Perforated Tote Bag, £75

Karen Millen Small Perforated Tote Bag

Perforated prints are a popular way to make the white out trend look even hotter this summer. Team this Karen Millen Tote with sunset colours.

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Koku Clutch Bag At Net-a-Porter, £115

Koku Clutch Bag At Net-a-Porter, £115

Koku Clutch Bag

Sample the popular summer brights with Koku's tropical clutch bag from Net-a-Porter.

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J.Crew Collection Ruffled Mini Dress, £200

J.Crew Collection Ruffled Mini Dress, £200

J.Crew Collection Ruffled Mini Dress

The only other thing you need for this J.Crew Collection Ruffled Mini Dress is a perfect holiday-ready glow (oh, and a pair of poolsliders).

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Seafolly Mod Club Swimsuit At Simply Beach, £88

Seafolly Mod Club Swimsuit At Simply Beach, £88

Seafolly Mod Club Swimsuit At Simply Beach

Seafolly's zig zag patterns are certainly making a wave on the style scene. Whether you go cool monochrome or high summer neon, this Mod Club bikini is a perfect poolside pick.

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Karen Millen Flippy Summer Dress, £145

Karen Millen Flippy Summer Dress, £145

Karen Millen Flippy Summer Dress

Karen Millen's Flippy Summer Dress features an on-trend drop hem. This is the summer dress style you need to be sporting.

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Nicholas Kirkwood Espadrille Slippers, £220

Nicholas Kirkwood Espadrille Slippers, £220

Nicholas Kirkwood Espadrille Slippers

Nicholas Kirkwood gives espadrilles a high summer makeover in this colourful patterned design.

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Cos Skirt With Draped Pockets, £59

Cos Skirt With Draped Pockets, £59

Cos Skirt With Draped PocketS

Give your workwear wardrobe a pop of pastel this summer, with Cos' Skirt With Draped Pockets.

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Oasis Stripe Midi Skirt, £55

Oasis Stripe Midi Skirt, £55

Oasis Stripe Midi Skirt

Team Oasis' Stripe Midi Skirt with a plain white tee to let the nautical look speak volumes.

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Maison Michel Lace Rabbit Headband, £360

Maison Michel Lace Rabbit Headband, £360

Maison Michel Lace Rabbit Headband

As far as headwear goes, the catwalks taught us to be brave in 2014. Swap your floral garland for a Moschino-inspired crown, and instead of a fashion hat, think fashion headband like this Maison Michel Lace Rabbit piece.

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Zara Frilly Tube Top, £9.99

Zara Frilly Tube Top, £9.99

Zara Frilly Tube Top

Team this Zara Frilly Tube Top with a pair of high waisted mom jeans and you have yourself the ultimate weekend ensemble.

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Reiss Ottoline Feather Dress, £149

Reiss Ottoline Feather Dress, £149

Reiss Ottoline Feather Dress

One way to make an impact with your summer dress is to wear the monochrome trend. Create a bold contrast with a busy pattern like Reiss's Ottoline Feather Dress.

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Sophia Webster Blaker Shoes, £620

Sophia Webster Blaker Shoes, £620

Sophia Webster Blaker Shoes

Bag a pair of summer sandals with a little bit of sass this summer. Sophia Webster's Blake Shoes would be great with a pair of ripped boyfriend jeans during the summer months.

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BCBG Max Azria Scalloped Perforated Clutch, £59

BCBG Max Azria Scalloped Perforated Clutch, £59

BCBG Max Azria Scalloped Perforated Clutch

Clear perspex clutches are this season's accessories essential. Try yours in a bright colour like BCBG Max Azria's Perforated Clutch.

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Suno Printed Cotton Poplin Shorts, £345

Suno Printed Cotton Poplin Shorts, £345

Suno Printed Cotton Poplin Shorts

Mix block colours with ditsy florals this season to take the edge off a girlie SS14 theme.

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Whistles Adrianne Bermuda Shorts, £125

Whistles Adrianne Bermuda Shorts, £125

Whistles Adrianne Bermuda Shorts

The ultimate smart alternative to a pair of work trousers, Whistles' Adrianne Bermuda Shorts can still look office-ready with a tailored blazer.

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Dorothy Perkins Printed Jumpsuit, £38

Dorothy Perkins Printed Jumpsuit, £38

Dorothy Perkins Printed Jumpsuit

Swap your day dresses for a summer-loving jumpsuit this season. The Dorothy Perkins Printed Jumpsuit makes a glamorous alternative with heels.

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Chloe Embellished Neoprene Slides, £560

Chloe Embellished Neoprene Slides, £560

Chloe Embellished Neoprene Slides

Slides are essential for SS14 styling and we've fallen head over heels for this Chloe Embellished Neoprene pair.

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Seafolly Harmony Tote At Simply Beach, £37.50

Seafolly Harmony Tote At Simply Beach, £37.50

Seafolly Harmony Tote At Simply Beach

Seafolly have your summer beach bag sussed. The Harmony Tote will keep all of your essentials in style.

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Whistles Tiger Print Culottes, £250

Whistles Tiger Print Culottes, £250

Whistles Tiger Print Culottes

The Whistles Tiger Print Culottes add the edge to summer dressing. Formal with their structured shape, but playful with their tiger design.

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Miss Selfridge Gem Cat Eye Sunglasses, £12

Miss Selfridge Gem Cat Eye Sunglasses, £12

Miss Selfridge Gem Cat Eye Sunglasses

We're right back to obsessing over cat eye sunglasses this season. Experiment with your Audrey Hepburn look in Miss Selfridge's Gem Cat Eye pair.

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New Look Chevron Beaded Kimono, £59.99

New Look Chevron Beaded Kimono, £59.99

New Look Chevron Beaded Kimono

New Look's Chevron Beaded Kimono combines sparkle detail with fringing for a glamorous summer festival layer.

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H&M Dressy Sweatpants, £29.99

H&M Dressy Sweatpants, £29.99

H&M Dressy Sweatpants

Loose, cool and jet set-inspired, hareem pants are a popular choice for the summer months. This year we'll be wearing ours with a slight sheen finish.

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Asos Floral Brow Sunglasses, £12

Asos Floral Brow Sunglasses, £12

Asos Floral Brow Sunglasses

Sunglasses styles feature a touch of novelty styling for summer 2014. Think 3D florals, cat eye designs and bold patterns.

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Asos Suede Backpack With Fringing, £55

Asos Suede Backpack With Fringing, £55

Asos Suede Backpack With Fringing

Get your tassel fix this summer because you'll be seeing fringing everywhere. The Asos Suede Backpack couldn't be a better fit for a festival in 2014.

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Topshop Ashish Beach Please Jumper, £50

Topshop Ashish Beach Please Jumper, £50

Topshop Ashish Beach Please Jumper

That's the mantra to work with this summer. Work a slogan sweater with a high summer vibe into your repertoire.

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Topshop Mint Soft Pleat Shorts, £32

Topshop Mint Soft Pleat Shorts, £32

Topshop Mint Soft Pleat Shorts

A pop of pastel like this Topshop Mint Pleat Shorts and a soft touch to your summer wardrobe.

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River Island Blue Floral Peplum Dress, £80

River Island Blue Floral Peplum Dress, £80

River Island Blue Floral Peplum Dress

Bold botanics are one way to ensure you get noticed this summer. Echo the high fashion catwalk designs in this high street print from River Island.

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Cos Printed Cotton Trousers, £59

Cos Printed Cotton Trousers, £59

Cos Printed Cotton Trousers

Patterned trousers have a strong presence in summer 2014, and we know we won't be taking off our Cos Printed Cotton Trousers.

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Cleo By Panache Jecca Bikini Top £33, Bottoms £19

Cleo By Panache Jecca Bikini Top £33, Bottoms £19

Cleo By Panache Jecca Bikini

Try retro poolside styling with the Cleo by Panache Jecca Bikini, which features high waisted bikini bottoms with a patterned bralet.

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Topshop Floral Frill Shorts, £32

Topshop Floral Frill Shorts, £32

Topshop Floral Frill Shorts

Topshop's Floral Frill Shorts make a great occasion option if you wear them with a navy oversized blazer.

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New Look Lemon Fruit Clutch, £9.99

New Look Lemon Fruit Clutch, £9.99

New Look Lemon Fruit Clutch

Add a kooky accessory to your repertoire this summer. The New Look Fruit Clutch is our top high street pick.

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Sophia Webster Nina Flats, £540

Sophia Webster Nina Flats, £540

Sophia Webster Nina Flats

Flats have never been a stronger theme in our summer wardrobes. With every style from loafers to pumps hitting the shelves, it's hard to find the perfect fit for summer dresses (but the Sophia Webster Nina Flats just pip it for us).

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Whistles Franki Sleeveless Shift Dress, £115

Whistles Franki Sleeveless Shift Dress, £115

Whistles Franki Sleeveless Shift Dress

Slip a block colour shift dress into your officewear wardrobe during the summer months. Whistles have this gorgeous hot pink Franki number.

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M&S Paisley Print Maxi Dress, £59

M&S Paisley Print Maxi Dress, £59

M&S Paisley Print Maxi Dress

2014 is the best time to reignite your love for paisley prints. From festival to beach, this M&S Maxi will be your summer style saviour.

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Y.A.S Elva Top, £32.48

Y.A.S Elva Top, £32.48

Y.A.S Elva Top

Choose a sleeveless top with a panel of summer-ready mint green to step into summer with style.

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