With temperatures set to sky rocket this summer, the thought of a heatwave can quickly put us into a style panic. How do you look cute when you know the sun will be scorching? Sweating isn’t chic and, for most of us, a bikini isn’t deemed appropriate outerwear, so finding an outfit that can see you through these warmer months is a must have.
Read on as we reveal the tactics to keeping cool, calm and collected, even as the mercury rises.
When it comes to bringing the breeze, it all starts with fabrics. Avoid synthetic (read sweaty) materials that will trap heat and make you even hotter. As the sun beams down, it’s all about breathable, lightweight options. Silk is a great alternative. Soft and cool to the touch, silk can even keep you cooler than cotton as it doesn't absorb sweat or stick to your body.
Our NEW Izzy Nighty is a summer must-have. Made to take you from the bedroom to the bar, it’s perfect to sleep in even when the Celsius soars but looks equally as chic worn with a pair of metallic stilettos and a cute clutch for cocktails on a sun-drenched rooftop. Just add a metallic highlight to your cheeks and you’re ready to shine.
Whilst fabric is a great starting point, the shapes you choose are also pivotal. Anything form-fitting or too tight will turn up your internal thermostat, whilst a loose and breezy shape will help to keep you feeling calm and at ease in the warm weather.
Our Aster Dress is the relaxed maxi that was made for summer. With no fastenings and spaghetti straps, it slips on with ease and floats in an effortless way. Wear with Birkenstocks and a raffia bag by day and swap to chunky platforms and a cute crossbody by night.
Whilst sweating is of course natural, some colours show the heat has got to you more than others! Anything pastel or light will mark, and we know the Emma Wallace woman never wants to show her hand too soon. By contrast a print in a colour that packs a punch will disguise in the most stylish way.
Our Blossom Dress drenched in the Talitha print is perfect for the warmer weather. The geometric meets floral design is just the cover up for any pesky marks. Wear with our matching bucket hat and sliders to deliver a look that suggests the heat never gets to you.
Cutwork details are a clever way to help keep you calm during any heatwave. Whether it’s a super low back or a cut out at the waist, these chic design touches help the air to access your skin and quickly cool you down. Perfect for getting rid of that claustrophobic feeling the humid heat can bring.
Our Mia Jumpsuit is a perfect example. With an open back detail, it lets your skin breathe and enjoy the sun beating down, rather than fighting it with a cover up. Wear it with minimalist sandals, oversized sunnies and a shoulder bag to compliment the beautiful print. When the weather eventually cools down, this jumpsuit looks equally epic layered over a roll neck, making it an all year round essential.
When the sun peaks it can be easy to want to hide, but we know the Emma Wallace woman was born to shine just as bright, so choose a look that is bold and bursting with colour to put you centre stage in the solar system.
Our Lora Jumpsuit in canary yellow delivers this heatwave worthy style that we know will wow this summer. Wear with gold platforms (like the goddess of the sun you are), sweep your hair into a high pony to let your neck breathe and grab yourself a glass of champagne to cheers to you bringing the heat.
Dressing well as the weather warms up shouldn’t leave you in a sweat. Follow these tips and you’ll be ready to rock the heat wave in style.