Editor’s picks: July lookbook inspired by F1 fashion and bold colours from Louis Vuitton, Chanel and more

Fashion is an ever-changing game, and it’s no easy task to stay ahead of it every single time. But fret not, Tatler has got you covered with our monthly lookbook, which gives you a thematic selection of season-specific looks, of course, curated from tip to toe.

This month, we delve into summer, our favourite season. Summer brings with it endless outfit possibilities, sweltering heat and the desire to look effortlessly chic—it’s enough to make anyone want to stay in their swimsuit. But don’t worry, our lookbook has everything you need to elevate your summer wardrobe and solve those style dilemmas.

From the perfect outfit for a girls’ night out to essential accessories that can transform any look and F1-inspired fashion, our editor’s picks cover everything. Here are the trends setting the stage this summer.

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Longing for summer

Anouk dress

Balenciaga dress

There’s a maxi dress for every taste, whether you opt for flowing Bohemian designs or sleek modern cuts. This season’s options are endless, from Johanna Ortiz’s vibrant and colourful prints that pair perfectly with chic sandals to Lanvin’s sophisticated silhouettes that exude timeless elegance.

Johanna Ortiz dress

Safiyaa dress

Balmain dress

Éliou earrings, Blumarine necklace, Gucci shoe

Girls’ night out

Mara Hoffman dress

Dior outfit

Dressing up for a night out with the girls is even more fun during the summer—when you love your outfit, you feel good and a fun time is almost guaranteed. Make sure your gang makes a statement—we’ll be ensuring all eyes are on us in this summery yellow Rodarte number and painting the town red in a bold creation by Jean Paul Gaultier.

Victoria Beckham dress

Rabanne bag

Loeffler Randall shoes

Lela Rose dress

Racing fever

Chanel outfit

Palm Angels outfit

Sure, Formula 1 (F1) is all about speed and precision on the track, but we’re equally excited about all the new fashion looks that can be seen off the track too. With several Grand Prix taking place this month across Europe, we’ll be kitted out in race-appropriate gear: we’ve got our eyes on a leather Tom Ford jumpsuit and a comfortable pair of Berluti sneakers.

Courrèges jacket, Jacquemus pants

Chanel bag, Maison Margiela shoe, Lelet Ny bracelet, Silvia-Furmanovich

Zegna shirt, Fear Of God shorts

Fendi cap, Celine bag, Berluti shoes

Heat waves

Chloé outfit

Fendi outfit

Iris Apfel was a wise woman; she was also an impeccably put-together one, so we’re taking her advice: “Put your money into accessories and you can create a million different looks.” As the temperature rises, our thoughts are on light fabrics, monotone linen sets and swimsuits, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice style for that simplicity: just add accessories.

Versace sunglasses

Marlies Dekkers pareo

Versace cup

Cult Gaia hat

Colour burst

Homme plissé top

Louis Vuitton outfit

If you’re a fan of bright, bold colours, rejoice: this is your time to shine. Set your sights on Marni’s eye-catching trousers or Valentino’s bold shirts and make a statement. If you’re not quite ready to step out in a head-to-toe colour wheel, don a classic pair of jeans then add a pop of colour with cyan slippers or a bright yellow bag.

Valentino shirt

Courrèges bag, Ferragamo shoe, Etro necklace, Hermès scarf

Gucci shorts

Bally jacket

The Runaway

Issey Miyake x New Balance shoes

Loewe shoes

Sneakers have long been runway-ready, and never more so than this summer. There’s a style for everyone, whether your look is a modern-retro Dries Van Noten vibe or more aligned with Balenciaga’s futuristic take.