Summer Sales: Our Top Picks
The summer sales are here, so we've cut out the hassle of trolling the sale rack and picked out our favourite discounted fashions from the summer season...
The summer sales are here, so we've cut out the hassle of trolling the sale rack and picked out our favourite discounted fashions from the summer season...
We look forward to the summer sales all year round, and now that sale season has finally arrived, we've rounded up our top discounted picks.
We love a good bargain and there are plenty to be had. All it takes is some keen bargain hunting to find the real gems hidden in the sale sections.
From high street to designer sales, in store and online sales, it's high season to get great deals from the brands we love.
The Summer Sales Pieces You Won't Be Able To Live Without
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Topshop Lurex Metallic Pleat Skirt, £42, Now £15
Put a statement skirt at the top of your summer sales shopping list. This pleated metallic skirt from Topshop is perfect for a pared-down glamour effect.
Reiss Floral Print Jumpsuit, Was £195, Now £129
Reiss has transformed their fab seasonal floral print into an exciting jumpsuit that's perfect for Summer.
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Comptoir Des Cotonniers Sleeveless Shirt, Was £85, Now £68
Effortless summer style can be acheived easily with a few summer essentials, like this breezy, white sleeveless top.
L.K. Bennett Mason Event Coat, Was £345, Now £195
A summer coat is an absolute must with our unsteady weather, but that doesn't mean it can't be in the seasonal spirit. L.K. Bennett's lovely rose pink coat can be added atop any outfit to keep you looking glam and feeling warm.
French Connection Desert Croc Crossbody Bag, Was £45, Now £28
Some of us are hesitant to try a white bag for practical reasons, but if you go for an off-white or printed bag, getting it dirty won't be such an issue, and you'll look perfectly on trend.
L.K. Bennett Puno Silk Mix Dress, Was £225, Now £145
Mixing prints has never been so exciting. Even if you're a fan of monochrome, you can still manage to nail the eclectic vibe.
Hobbs Alana Court Shoe, Was £150, Now £69
If you're looking to add a bit of wild flair to your look, get these discounted Hobbs court shoes. The leopard print instantly adds a sense of excitement to any outfit.
Topshop Gabi Mule Point Toe Shoes, Was £65, Now £35
Take the mule trend one step further with these white heels. They'll kick some life into any outfit.
Hobbs Madelyn Shirt, Was £129, Now £50
A white button down shirt has been given a contemporary update with embroidered eyelets and rolled sleeves.
Topshop Amazona Island Print Maxi Dress, Was £45, Now £20
If you love casual style, you'll definitely want to stock up on maxi dresses during the sales. This Topshop dress is perfect for a go-to look that will be stylish all summer long.
River Island Black And White Square Print Silky Shirt, Was £38, Now £15
Pair this silky blouse with a pair of cut-offs and white Birkenstocks for a summer holiday look that works for big cities too.
COS Structured Silk Blazer, Was £135, Now £6
It's not too late to get yourself a summer jacket to make sure you keep warm on cool evenings. Grab this silk blazer from the COS sale.
H&M Patterned Kimono, Was £14.99, Now £9
And if a blazer is too heavy, go for a lighter material, like this H&M kimono, perfect for covering up when it's breezy.
River Island Nude Jewelled Double Strap Mule Sandal, Was £45, Now £20
Add some sparkle to your life with these fab sliders from the River Island sale. These shoes take the sports luxe trend to a whole new level.
Zara Long-Sleeve Dress, Was £59.99, Now £19.99
A simple summer dress that transitions from day to night is all you need for fail-safe summer style. Spend all day in the sun, and all night in this minimal number from Zara, for a third of the original price.
Lanvin Silk-Blend Lamé Pencil Skirt, Was £685, Now £342.50
We couldn't resist this amazing Lanvin skirt. Creative director Alber Elbaz, king of lamé, has created the crème de la crème of the metallic trend. This skirt, at 50 per cent off, is definitely worth the investment.
Miu Miu Floral-Print Canvas Pumps, Was £460, Now £230
Add life to your wardrobe with a pair of floral court shoes like this gorgeous Miu Miu pair.
River Island Dark Wash Denim Dungarees, Was £45, Now £15
You can get your hands on a pair of dungarees on sale at River Island to nail this summer trend.
H&M Metallic Top, Was £24.99, Now £12
Thank you for this, H&M. Thank you for bringing us this perfectly simple, perfectly glamourous metallic top for just £12.
Liebeskind LA Snake Tote Bag, Was £195, Now £97.50
If you're weekending on the coast, or taking a city break in Barcelona, you'll need a great bag to take with you. Liebeskind's LA snake tote bag is perfect for chucking the rest of your sale haul in as you take off for a quick holiday.
Free People Embellished V Neck Top With 3/4 Sleeves, Was £98, Now £55
This delicately embroidered top from Free People is perfect for lazy summer days or festival hopping. No matter what mood you're in, a boho top like this is a summer essential.
Giles Screw Pois Print Trousers, Was £395, Now £118
We can't get over these fab trousers. We also can't get over the amazing discount. Giles' bright pink screw print trousers are a real treasure.
Hobbs Tia Skirt, Was £129, Now £64
Nothing beats a classic black midi skirt. That's why we think this Hobbs one is such a steal at £64.
Joseph Graphic-Print Knit Sweater, Was £265, Now £79
Whether you're stocking up for autumn or haven't found a good summer jumper yet, this monochrome pullover from Joseph is too good to let slip away.
Motel Ines Sweat Dress, Was £50, Now £32
Everyone loves to chuck on a cute dress and not have to think about outfit planning. And who could resist a dress this comfortable? It's made of sweatshirt fleece, after all...
Hobbs Aubree Skirt, Was £99, Now £39
A white midi skirt is a summer must-have. Snap up this perfectly neat pleated skirt from Hobbs to complete your all-white outfit.
Zara Wide Leg Trousers With Belt, Was £59.99, Now £22.99
Zara's wide leg belted trousers are the perfect length for summer strolls. These breezy trousers are a steal at nearly 60 per cent off.
Acne Studios Women's Corinne Brushed Metal Bracelet, Was £270, Now £108
Don't forget about the amazing accessories found in the sale sections. This Acne bracelet is a must-have for cool, minimalist summer style.
Stella McCartney Kravitz Satin-Twill Wrap-Effect Skirt, Was £420, Now £210
Stella's simple wrap-effect skirt is simply beautiful. The pastel colour is bang on trend this season and it's the perfect day-to-night transition skirt, too.
Zara Ripped Trousers, Was £39.99 Now, £29.99
Ripped trousers are a staple for summer. As the sales get underway, make sure you snap up your pair from Zara.
M&S Limited Edition Scallop Edge Playsuit, Was £45, Now £18
Overalls have overtaken casualwear this summer. Add your own feminine touch to the trends with this adorable playsuit from M&S.
J&S Jewellery Colourful Enamel Coin Necklace, Was £20, Now £16
When it's hot out, accessories can be the last thing on your mind. But when there's a bargain that's too good to resist, necklaces like these will prevail.
Joseph Basic Cotton Block Debardeur, Was £125, Now £75
Simplicity can be the best way to make the most out of your sale haul. A minimal top that goes with any style is perfect.
Office Dingo Sling Back, Was £40, Now £22
Everyone loves a sling-back, especially when it's black, shiny and on sale.
Eddie Borgo Silver Five Finger Ring, Was £215, Now £86
It's lucky you've got five fingers to count the pounds you saved on this amazing five finger Eddie Borgo ring.
House Of Holland Oxford Full Skirt in Mixed Gingham Print, Was £190, Now £110
Don't be afraid of colour, or an amazing discount. No it's not too good to be true; this Henry Holland Skirt is really 40% off.
Carvela Kurt Geiger Bonnie Sandal, Was £95, Now £55
Add some embellishment to your life, at a fraction of the cost with these super-glam Carvela sandals.
Hobbs Nemi Wide Leg Trouser, Was £119, Now £83
White wide leg trousers are to die for. Good thing you no longer have to break your bank to own this super-luxe pair from Hobbs.
DKNY Logo-Print Crop Top, Was £206, Now £61
DKNY's logo collection was one of the most talked about this season. Now you can own a piece of fashion history for a fraction of the coast.
H&M Ballet Pumps, Was £14.99, Now £9
Slip on these pumps to add some animal flair to any outfit.
Joseph Window Pane New Queen Trousers, Was £225, Now £90
Joseph has mastered minimalism again with these windowpane trousers. And they're now on sale.
JuJu Vicky Juju Jelly Lilac, Was £16, Now £12
Juju makes fab jelly shoes for tackling all kinds of weather. Get your pair of jelly sandals before they wash away with the rain, or someone else beats you to it.
Maria Francesca Pepe Gold Enamelled Flower Ring, Was £85, Now £51
Maria Francesca Pepe makes some pretty cool jewellery; this enamel flower ring included. Add an elegant touch to any outfit with this sale ring.
L.K. Bennett Metallic Silver Sleeveless Top, Was £245, Now £110
Be bang-on-trend with summer metallics and scoop up this sale top from L.K. Bennett.
Jonathan Saunders Creighton Ombre Silk Sleeveless Top, Was £325, Now £97
Jonathan Saunders' high fashion reign has welcomed you into the fash-pack with this heavily discounted, and immensely gorgeous ombre silk top.
Ted Baker Muirin Floral Print Skirt, Was £139, Now £70
Nothing beats the blues like a brightly coloured floral skirt on sale from Ted Baker.
M&S Collection Floral Fit & Flare Dress, Was £39.50, Now £28
If you haven't gotten on board with the fit and flare style yet, this is your chance. M&S's floral dress will hug you in all the right places and flow with the wind. But it might be blown out of the shop if you miss you chance to get it on sale.
H&M Jersey Dress, Was £7.99, Now £5
This dress is a quick and easy piece for pulling off great style without hassle. Did we mention it's only £7?
E. Tautz Bib Front Stripe-Print Shirt, Was £219, Now £65
E. Tautz's tailored garments are so highly coveted, it's rare to see such a good deal like this one.
Motel Verona Daisy Jumper, Was £45, Now £29
It's summer, but we'd be daft to think it's going to be sunshine all season long. That's why you need to make sure you've got a little something to throw on when it gets chilly, without comprising on style.
Cheap Monday Grocery Tote, Was £30, Now £9
Picnic in the park? Day at the beach? No problem. You've got this super cute shopper from Cheap Monday. And it's a steal at £9. BUY IT NOW
KG Kurt Geiger Maddox Sandal, Was £95, Now £49
If you still haven't managed to buy your pair of flat sandals for the summer, get in there and grab these sale shoes from Kurt Geiger.
Oasis Colourblock Shirt, Was £35, Now £22
You may be sacrificing your summer holidays at the office, but that doesn't mean you have to sacrifice style. Swoop into the sales and grab a gorgeous top like this Oasis shirt to keep cool and look cool all summer.
Reiss Claudine Print Vintage Floral Blouse, Was £110, Now £75
Reiss' beautiful printed blouse is perfect for enjoying summer days that transition into long, balmy nights. This sale top is a perfectly timely buy.
& Other Stories Strappy Leather Wedges, Was £79, Now £24
If you haven't invested in some strappy summer heels, don't worry about it. You can get these gorgeous ones from & Other Stories in the sale now.
Oasis Summer Tweed Co-ords, Was £35, Now £18 Each
Summer co-ords aren't going anywhere. We're pretty sure they'll carry on into autumn, so scoop this set up as a start kit for summer style that will be stylish throughout fall too.
& Other Stories Cat-Eye Sunglasses, Was £39, Now £20
The best time to get a great deal on sunglasses is during the summer sales. Take these cat-eye shades from & Other Stories as a prime example.
Reiss Reine Print Sleeveless Blouse, Was £110, Now £75
Monochrome doesn't have to be boring. Reiss' Reine Print top is proof that.
3.1 Phillip Lim 31 Minute Iridescent Textured-Leather Clutch, Was £385, Now £192.50
Phillip Lim's textured iridescent clutch is half off. Need we say more?
Kenzo Stretch-Knit Cotton-Blend Mini Dress, Was £415, Now £166
Stand out in Kenzo's bright mini-dress this summer. It's made from a cotton-blend fabric that makes this sale purchase worth every comfortable minute you'll spend in it.
Zara Leather High Heel Geometric Pattern Sandal, Was £69.99, Now £39.99
Zara has an incredible knack for adding an interesting twist to an au courant trend. And then practically giving it away in the sale?
New Balance 410 ii Trainers, Was £55, Now £44.99
New Balance are at the fore-front of the norm-core phenomenon. What's more normal than scooping up a great deal on sale?
Zara Printed Tunic, Was £39.99, Now £22.99
A printed tunic is the key to nailing causal style. The key to nailing your budget: picking up this Zara dress from the summer sale.
COS Flared Skirt, Was £59, Now £41
Add some colour to your life with a bright orange skirt from COS and match the brightness of the summer sun.
Glamorous Cami Dress in Satin, Was £28.50, Now £20
If you weren't confident in about the slip-dress trend, don't fret about risking a big spend. Nab this simple dress from the Asos sale, instead.
Mango Beaded Embroidered Dress, Was £49.99, Now £34.99
When you want a failsafe dress to throw on during lazy days, but don't want to break the bank for it, this beautiful embroidered dress from Mango is just the ticket.
Marc By Marc Jacobs Maddy Printed Silk Tapered Pants, Was £280, Now £84
Marc by Marc Jacobs trousers - on sale and possibly yours if you act fast enough. We can't imagine these will stick around for very long, in such an excitingly exotic print.
Topshop Unique Tweed Frayed Shorts, Was £90, Now £45
Topshop Unique is one of the hottest fashion shows during London Fashion Week. Now that some of the collection is on sale, we're nearly bursting at the seems (time to replace the old shorts we just ripped).
Jaeger Cap Sleeve Linen Knit Top, Was £80, Now £60
A linen top is a summer staple and Jaeger's light blue top is a perfect piece to invest in, especially now that it's on sale.
John Lewis Collection Weekend Chunky Knit Jumper, Was £49, Now £34
Summer jumpers don't have to be drab. Liven up your warm weather wardrobe with this bright pink sale jumper from John Lewis.
COS Silk Shirt Dress, Was £115, Now £80
In the summer, we like outfits we don't have to think about. Throw this Cos dress on with some floral-print sandals to nail the casual summer look.
Mango Embroidered Long Dress, Was £59.99, Now £39.99
The easiest way to look elegant this summer is in a flowing white dress, like this one from Mango. No one has to know you got it in the sale...
Whistles Edie Stripe Knitted Dress, Was £95, Now £55
It's stripes galore from Whistles as we welcome in the summer sales. Rope in the nautical them with this monochrome maxi dress.
Topshop Premium Folk Tile Shorts, Was £36, Now £20
How great are these Topshop shorts? Bet they're even better now you know they're on sale.
Karen Millen Neon Floral Skirt, Was £115, Now £45
Get into the Wimbledon spirit with this neon sale skirt this summer.
Hobbs Invitation Audley Dress, Was £199, Now £139
More weddings this summer? Don't worry about spending too much on your dresses for weddings. Get a beautiful dress like this Hobbs one in the sale.
Hobbs Sophie Trench Coat, Was £199, Now £99
For days when the sun isn't out make sure you're prepared for the rain with a great mac, like this one from Hobbs.
Whistles Gracie Shorts, Was £115, Now £75
Crisp clean white shorts are a must-have for summer. Now you can get your pair at 65% off from Whistles.
Karen Millen Delicate Lace Panelled Dress, Was £180, Now £50
Just because it's in the sale doesn't mean it's any less elegant. In fact, it just means better value for such an amazingly intricate lace dress.
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