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Emma Johnson

Summer style in the aisles - everything you need to holiday without blowing the budget

‌Summer holidays are nearly here and the beach is calling. You’re heading somewhere sunny – but when you dig into your drawers and wardrobe, you find your beachwear has seen better days.

So how can you update your holiday wardrobe without spending a fortune? It’s easy – and you can combine it with your next food shop.

Nutmeg at Morrisons, F&F at Tesco, George at Asda and Tu at Sainsbury’s are all super-stylish brands with fashion-forward looks at great prices.

From sandals to swimsuits, their summer collections have everything you need to holiday in style without blowing the budget.

IN THE SWIM

Whether you are a bikini fan or prefer the coverage and support of a one-piece, you are spoiled for choice when it comes to swimwear.

From swimsuits with tummy control panels to bikinis with underwiring and padding, supermarket styles offer function and fashion at a really affordable price.

Black top, £14; bottoms, £10, both George (George)
Cut-out swimsuit, £27.50, F&F (F&F)
Polka-dot swimsuit, £18, George Animal-print top, £12 (George)
bottoms, £7, both Tu (George)

DRESS TO IMPRESS

Sightseeing trips and leisurely lunches call for lightweight pieces that can be thrown over your swimwear without a fuss – or the need for an iron. Simply add sandals and you’re good to go.

Tiered midi dress, £2, George at Asda (Asda)
Shirt dress, £16, Nutmeg (Nutmeg)
Orange dress, £40, Tu (Tu)

HAT’S THE WAY TO DO IT

Not only is a straw hat practical for keeping the sun off your face, it will also look super-chic on the beach. A wide-brimmed straw hat is a shortcut to summer glamour while fedoras look cool too – and all these supermarket styles cost less than £20.

Cloche hat, £12, Tu (Tu)
Belted hat, £12, George (George)
Pink straw visor, £7, George (George)

CAN YOU SANDAL IT

From pool sliders to strappy sandals and wedges, whatever your summer footwear preference, the supermarkets have got you covered.

Pink mules, £12.50, George (George)
Gold, £17, Tu (Tu)
Brown, £14, George (George)

SHORT ORDERS

You can’t jet off to the sunshine without at least a couple of pairs of shorts. Denim cut-offs are a classic while stripes look chic and tropical prints never go out of style.

Tie dye, £12, Nutmeg (Nutmeg)
Tropical leaf, £16, Tu (Tu)
Striped linen, £18, F&F (F&F)

FROCKS THAT ROCK

Heading out for the evening? When you want to feel like you’ve made an effort without trying too hard, these dresses make a statement. Just add jewellery and wedges for instant glam.

Printed maxi, £20, George (George)
Lime green maxi, £22, Tu (Tu)
Floral bandeau, £24, Tu (Tu)

IT’S A COVER-UP

From kaftans and beach shirts to sarongs, when you want to cover up, there are plenty of options. Throw a printed wrap skirt over a swimsuit and you have a great beach to bar outfit.

Print kimono, £16, Nutmeg (Nutmeg)
Linen skirt, £16, George (George)
Striped shirt, £16, F&F (F&F)

BAGS OF STYLE

Sun cream, tissues, sarong, a couple of books, spare flip-flops and towels – if you like to hit the beach carrying everything but the kitchen sink, a big bag is a holiday must-have. It can even double as your carry-on for the plane

Straw tote, £18, Tu (Tu)
Vacay bag, £8, George (George)
Macrame bag, £12, Tu (Tu)

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