A summer guide to effortless, everyday monochrome dressing with Vanessa Blair

A subtle, luxury twist on a classic racer - I am loving the Loewe logo tank at the moment. Giving you that hint of sophistication without shouting too loud - this really is the top of the moment. Take it through to autumn and wear with jeans to get the most out of this luxury purchase.

I also grabbed myself the Australian designer Viktoria and Woods alternative for a fraction of the price.

A monochromatic must have in my summer wardrobe - the slip skirt. It's a great high-street buy that not only goes with everything, but looks expensive. Pair with a waistcoat and sandals for the ultimate effortless outfit, or swap with a strappy black top for the illusion of a summer LBD.

I'm obsessed with these Ginza Leather sandals from The Row. It' a style that's been around from a few years now, and they're the epitome of "quiet luxury"- the thong sandal isn't going anywhere anytime soon. Style with your favourite linen dress for swanning around during summer, or style with wide leg trousers and a waistcoat for an elevated summer outfit for the office.

I also love this beautiful high street alternative from Flattered.

A summer piece I've been reaching for so much recently - I love this linen one from Dissh as it requires no styling. Paired with matching linen trousers or styling it with a satin skirt, it offers me a chic and polished approach to a summer outfit.

Perhaps an unexpected choice from me considering I gravitate towards block colours, but I always feel that no wardrobe (whichever the season) is complete without some form of print. Whether it's a stripe, a polkadot, a leopard or a floral - prints can be a great way to inject some interest into your everyday looks. I love this one from Anine Bing for its relaxed, resort-wear feel. Tuck into white shorts for a well-balanced summer look, or style with linen trousers. The ultimate holiday attire.

Something that caters to both day time and evening - I love this dress from Casa Raki. A super flattering puff sleeve, with attention to detail on the front - this would be a timeless dress to wear year after year. Style with a basket bag and Arizona Birkenstocks for an understated, casual look.

The ultimate denim short to top all denim shorts. I've had these Zara bermudas for over three years, and they are truly standing the test of time. Available in three different washes, I've worn all of them time and time again, styling for pretty much any summer occasion I have. (Well, perhaps not as a wedding guest.) Pair with a floaty linen blouse for the day, or swap with a waistcoat and blazer for a cool-girl evening look.

A recent purchase for me - but it's already so loved. I was drawn to this contemporary interpretation of a classic white tee. The smocked detailing is so flattering, and gives you an effortless "makeup, makeup" vibe to an outfit.

For something effortless and easy, I immediately thought about this puff sleeve dress from River Island. The flattering sleeve length bodes well for slightly more coverage, and the relaxed silhouette of the skirt is gorgeous for all body shapes. Take your normal size for a floaty feel, or size down for a little more fitted to your body.

A great investment for mixing and matching - I would highly recommend these linen pieces from Arket (Arket's matching top is sadly sold out now - but Nobody's Child came to the rescue with this shirt). Available in shorts, trousers and various colours - no summer wardrobe is complete without a two piece. Style separately over a bikini on holiday, or wear together; adding a belt and sandals for enjoying an Aperol Spritz on a London rooftop.