With the summer holidays now finally insight, the marie claire editors round up the pieces they can’t live without when the warm weather hits.
From the perfect all occasions skirt to the pool side tote you quite literally need to own now, these are the pieces to snatch up.
Monica Russell – Market Editor
An easy breezy wrap skirt is essential. Perfect worn over a one-piece swimsuit.

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Apiece Apart skirt, $472.02, at net-a-porter.com
Jana Pokorny – Fashion Director
A new swimsuit always signals the start of summer – I am looking for one in a brown tone and this one by Zimmermann looks super flattering.

Zimmermann swimsuit, $375, zimmermannwear.com
Chloe Buttenshaw – Senior Fashion Editor
Staying shaded out of the sun is a must for me. This hat is perfect for traveling as it folds flat and its oh so chic.

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Hatmaker hat, $290, hatmaker.com.au
Isabelle Truman – Senior Digital Fashion & Features Editor
I live in Marni sandals in summer and am in the process of picking my 2018 additions.

Marni sandals, $781, at farfetch.com
Ella Blinco-Jury – Fashion Office Coordinator
These cute cotton gingham shorts are perfect for hot summer days.

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Yoli & Otis shorts, $180, yoliandotis.com
Monica Russell – Market Editor
A carry all tote for all the beach side necessities. Love this chocolate brown colour.

Maison Bengal bag, $80, at mychameleon.com.au
Isabelle Truman – Senior Digital Fashion & Features Editor
I love a good one piece and this KOWTOW one shoulder number is currently my fave.

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KowTow swimsuit, $229, au.kowtowclothing.com
Jana Pokorny – Fashion Director
I am looking for that perfect pair of investment sunglasses – I love a little cat eye these are an understated version that won’t date.

Prada sunglasses, $400, at opsm.com.au
Chloe Buttenshaw – Senior Fashion Editor
How perfect for a pool side holiday or a trip home from the beach – this is the perfect cover up.

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Lucy Folk robe, $495, lucyfolk.com
Ella Blinco-Jury – Fashion Office Coordinator
A cute bikini is a must for any summer holiday.

Zimmermann bikini, $230, zimmermannwear.com
Monica is marie claire’s market editor. When she isn’t busy in the fashion cupboard styling shoots, you can find her eating Italian or trawling through vintage stores.
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