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If your holiday wardrobe is still stuck in chaotic prints, it’s time to recalibrate.

This summer’s “beach to bar” uniform is all about looking effortlessly put-together while doing the absolute minimum—finally, a trend that respects our energy levels.

Think rich, chocolatey browns replacing the usual washed-out neutrals, or brights in delicate broderie anglaise that adds just enough detail to suggest you tried.

The result? Easy, breathable sets that drift seamlessly from poolside lounging to that inevitable “one drink” at sundown that turns into three. Comfort is non-negotiable, style is quietly doing the heavy lifting, and yes—these are the pieces you’ll convince yourself count as “dressing up.”

Here are our picks for the suitcase: 

Brown Floral Shell Print Top and Shorts Set

Buy it: €63, River Island, Opera Lane 

Broderie Anglaise Shirt in green (€27.99) and shorts (€24.99)

Buy them: H&M, Opera Lane

Brown Slim Oval Chain Detail Sunglasses

Buy them: €18, River Island, Opera Lane

Cream Floral Beach Set

Buy it: Shirt (€50) and Trousers (€50) at River Island

Cotton Twill Sandals

Buy them: €29.99, H&M, Opera Lane 

Brown Cotton Muslin Beach Shorts and Top

Buy them: From €19.99, H&M, Opera Lane

White Long Sleeve Linen Shirt

Buy it: €63, Victoria’s Secret, Opera Lane 

Brown Perspex Flower Flat Sandals

Buy them: €50, River Island, Opera Lane

Stripe Beach Shirt (€29.99) and Trousers (€24.99) 

Buy them: H&M, Opera Lane 

TH Monogram Butterfly Sunglasses

Buy them: €132, Tommy Hilfiger, Opera Lane 

Cream Coral Print Tie Top and Skirt Set

Buy it: €76, River Island, Opera Lane