This is the season to embrace effortless, summer dressing with throw-on pieces that take the stress out of getting ready - especially during hot, humid days or when you're packing your suitcase for your summer holiday.
For me, that equals breezy linen dresses, elevated co-ords and lightweight tops to wear with shorts, maxi skirts and relaxed denim. My latest shopping discovery is the new FatFace summer dresses collection, which seems to tick off every box when it comes to warm-weather wardrobe essentials.
The brand's latest drop looks so luxe, thanks to detailing like embroidery, scallop-edging and flattering silhouettes. Along with dresses, FatFace has answered the call for comfortable yet chic summer tops and trousers, shorts and plenty of skirts too.
- FatFace just launched its summer 2026 collection.
- The new drop includes beach-ready linen, embroidered dresses and summer tops
- Trending on socials are the Bea Rust Red Wide Stripe Trousers and matching Joesie Cami Top.
Stylish women are already snapping up the key summer pieces, and you can't blame them - the price point (most is under £100) coupled with the quality is second to none.
© FatFaceAnd FatFace appears to have cornered the market on easy to wear pieces that still pack a punch; as easily worn for a family day at the beach as they are a more formal summer occasion.
Case in point? The Lea Ivory Embroidered Dress, with its sweet floral embroidery and stunning silhouette. I'd wear this with flat tan sandals and raffia accessories on my summer holiday, smartened up with a metallic heel for a swanky summer soiree. Or the Camille dress, above, so easy to wear.
And since we all love a co-ord, it would remiss of me not to mention the one that's tapped into fashion's favourite of the moment, wide colourful stripes. The Bea Rust Wide Stripe Trousers can be bought with a matching cami top, and there's even a maxi skirt to match the set too.
Inspired? Shop my edit of the FatFace summer collection...
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Lea Ivory Regular Embroidered Midi Dress
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A little white dress is an absolute must for summer. This vintage-inspired dress has a flattering shape, with slight nipped in waist and flutter half sleeve.
Note the stunning embroidery and tie up neckline; so subtle yet chic.
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Bea Rust Red Wide Stripe Wide Leg Trousers & Cami
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FatFace's new in co-ords are seriously stylish, with the Bea Wide Stripe Trousers the sort of relaxed, effortlessly stylish silhouette we want to wear all summer.
An elasticated waistband and flowing leg mean they'll be comfortable too, and there's a matching cami to wear with them.
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Wilma Knitted Tank
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Consider this your summer knit. Lightweight, soft and made from 100% cotton, it's perfect for wearing with shorts, linen trousers or layering over shirts.
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Kit Ivory Embroidered Midi Skirt & Tshirt
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This two-piece is a failsafe buy for wearing together or apart; wear the tee with denim shorts or a poplin maxi skirt, and the skirt is ideal for layering with silky camis, summer knits or of course, the matching tee.
The intricate embroidery gives a fresh, sunny vibe.
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Bea Yellow Sun Tile Regular Maxi Dress
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This gorgeous dress is giving easy, breezy summer style. With its floaty silhouette, it features delicate scalloped detailing around the neckline and tie straps with tassel and bead detailing for a boho-inspired touch.
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V&A Ivory Archive Petals Jolene Wide Leg Trouser
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These are the trousers your wardrobe has been missing. Cut to a wide, flowing leg style with a high waist, they're part of the FatFace x V&A collaboration and feature a print that mixes soft cloud-like swirls with sweeping floral lines
Throw on for any occasion - smart, casual or in between. Add a tucked-in blouse, a simple tee or a camisole.
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Gia Black Regular Embroidered Maxi Dress
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Taking little black dresses up a notch is the Gia dress, a relaxed, flattering maxi with sweet details like embroidery and a tiered skirt.
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