When Hyde Park is full of students revising in the sun, that’s when you know summer is just around the corner. It’s the perfect heat of spring than means you aren’t sweltering under the glare but pleasantly able to just lie on the grass is perfect bliss- momentarily forgetting about the exams! That said, it doesn’t matter that it may not be quite boiling that it’s okay to go out unprotected. Sunglasses, hats, and suncream are still a must, but who said you couldn’t do it in style?

The first and essential item of every person’s summer wardrobe are the sunglasses. Invest in some statement all-rounders and any outfit can be glammed up with them. This season the 60’s are having a revival with the circular glasses. Tortoiseshell is the classic look with the ombre lens, so if you can afford on the pair that will last you a lifetime try Nordstroms 48mm round glasses at £69.83. With adjustable nose bridge, antiglare and 100% UV protection you know you are getting every penny’s worth. However, if you just want to pick up the trend quick, head over to Topshop with their pastel coloured frames at £16.

Next is to protect your head and keep cool. This summer its all about bringing back the boater’s hat or otherwise referred to as the Panama Hat. To go all out in a classic chic mauve, then save up for the Jigsaw Florencia hat at £49, or alternatively try the straw version by Accessorize for a more affordable £15.

You may have suncream, but most people forget about their lips. It’s often too warm to wear lipstick so you will want something that will add colour to your lips but also protect you from UV rays. For a handy, cute on-the-go lip balm with SPF 15, try Sleek’s Pout Polish for only £4.49. Alternatively, if you want to have more choice in colour, and an award winning 8-hour cream formula, try Elizabeth Arden’s 8-hour lip protectant in a lipstick case. Though this is £20, it will become your best friend in the following months.

So if you’re enjoying the sun make sure you do it in style and safely; after all, inner beauty has never gone out of fashion.

 

Jasmin Vincent