Whilst we’ve perfected our holiday wardrobe, the British weather this year is below par. Sadly, we’ve not got the scorching heatwave and warm evenings we’d like. However, one thing the weather can’t take away from us is the upcoming bank holiday weekend, but then it does beg the question of what to wear.
Whilst we hate to admit summer might actually be over already and refuse to yet stow away our strappy dresses and sandals, we are also realistic. With the bank holiday in mind, we’re wondering how to dress for this in-between kind of weather.
© Jeremy MoellerNo matter your plans, you want to spend the weekend feeling comfortable, yet still chic. Whether it’s a boozy brunch with the girls, a staycation somewhere or just going with the flow and embracing spontaneous plans, it’s still an extra day off of work to embrace.
We’ve rounded up three outfit ideas all from the high-street because there’s nothing better than luxe looks for less.
The Denim Dress
The fashion world is donning denim right now and we are here for it. Whether it's double denim, a cute co-ord or the age-old denim dress, there’s no going wrong. Style a mini denim dress with cute ballet flats and a raffia bag to fit all your essentials for the day. Use your accessories to incorporate pops of colour into your look.
- DRESS: TRF Denim Dress, £35.99, Zara
- EARRINGS: Statement Teardrop Earrings, £14.00, John Lewis
- SUNGLASSES: Brown Gold Metal Cateye Aviator Sunglasses, £15.00, Next
- BAG: Natural Fibre Basket Bag, £22.99, Mango
- SHOES: Floral-Embroidered Ballet Flats, £110.00, & Other Stories
Total outfit cost: £197.98
The Trusty Two-Piece
A matching two-piece is a quick way for a chic put-together look. From a striped shirt and matching boxer shorts or a knitted top and trouser combo, it gives an effortless feel with minimal effort. Style it with similar toned accessories for a minimalist feel, or go all out and add in some bold, bright colours.
- TOP: Long Soft Piqué Top With Belt, £19.99, Zara
- TROUSERS: Soft Piqué Wide-Leg Trousers, £25.99, Zara
- EARRINGS: Stone Stud Earrings, £27.00, Arket
- NECKLACE: Pendant Cord Necklace, £12.99, H&M
- SANDALS: Flat Sandals With Metallic Embellishment, £99.95, Massimo Dutti
Total outfit cost: £185.92
The Classic Jean
Jeans are a go-to failsafe option for this inbetween weather phase. Style it with a slouchy slogan tee for an undone, relaxed feel, or to give a more polished look, add a boxy blazer.. Pick out colours from your tee when it comes to accessories for a cohesive finish.
- BLAZER: Single-Breasted Jacket, £37.99, H&M
- T-SHIRT: Valentine Shrunken Tee, £38.00, Damson Madder
- JEANS: High-Waist Wide-Leg Jeans, £32.99, Pull & Bear
- EARRINGS: Chunky Nicole Earrings, £52.00, Hey Harper
- SHOES: Ballerina With Buckled Strap, £25.99, Stradivarius
Total outfit cost: £186.97
How we chose:
- Aesthetic: When combing through the internet's top fashion sites for bank holiday outfits, we made sure that each of our picks were chic, flattering yet still comfortable and versatile enough for an array of bank holiday occasions.
- Price: I have created outfit ideas with the whole outfit total cost all under £200, without compromising on quality or style.
Why you should trust me:
I am Hello! Fashion’s Style Writer, with seven years of experience within the fashion journalism industry. I have a love for fashion and spotting upcoming trends, coveted pieces and scouring online for irresistible new-in finds. Finding luxe-looking pieces on the high street is my forte and I love finding those hidden gems that look so much more expensive than they are.
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