3.1 PHILLIP LIM (New York) Safety-Pin Detailed Dress

A little less Liz Hurley on the red carpet, a little more weekend-party perfect: trust 3.1 Phillip Lim to turn the ‘safety pin dress’ into a simple and structured catwalk linen-blend piece. Perfect for weddings and the tea room alike, the eyelet details and panelling provide a playful touch.

Pair yours with a gold cuff and heels for a sophisticated style twist.

(RRP US$495 / £445)

SHANGHAI TANG (Hong Kong) Jade-Button Linen Blouse

Perfect white linen is a smart way of staying cool in the heat of sweltering days. Jade buttons and the Mandarin collar add a certain je ne sais quoi to this versatile blouse from Shanghai Tang. Balance the loose silhouette with printed skinny pants for a day or night.

(RRP US$336)

ACNE (Sweden) Zip Dress

Zippers that snake down the body add an enticing edge to this contemporary dress of crinkle-finish linen from ACNE of Sweden, finished with a low scoop back and two side-slit front pockets.
Create a stylish, lively look by pairing this plaudit-worthy piece with eye-popping platform heels - red! - and a marvelous moto-style jacket, and you’ll receive an outstanding outfit ovation.
(RRP US$320 / £220)

ELIZABETH AND JAMES Linen "Paper Bag" Skirt

Cute and powder-hued, this paper bag silhouette skirt from Elizabeth and James -which comes with a belt- takes the bore out of your weekend chores! Works swell with either a simple tucked-in tank, or a more formal silk blouse. (We especially love the multiple pockets - ideal for storing your mobile phone and other necessities!)
(RRP US$265)

ELIZABETH AND JAMES Linen Shirt-Jacket

The special distressed look, Elizabeth and James’ signature gusset at the back, the use of fine linen, and other subtle design details have certainly made this top more interesting and feminine than your average shirt. In fact, it pretty much feels like a lightweight jacket… something you probably shouldn't wear in a blizzard, but in the office or anywhere else indoors where the air-conditioning is on full blast, it’s perfect for insulating you from too much cold, stylishly.
(RRP US$295)

Team with a scarf for nonchalant chic.