Sicily for Her
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Gloria printed cotton-poplin mini shirt dress
With its spectacular palazzos, stunning historical sites and Mount Etna, Sicily lends itself to the dramatic and theatrical. And if you want to make more of a standout statement this summer then the Gloria printed-cotton mini-shirt dress by is a great place to start. While it’s easy to throw over a bikini at the beach, it’s also a perfect mini dress for wearing into town at night, or to a local bar, and it looks fantastic with sandals and tote bags.
ME&EM Handwoven Sandal Italian Leather
For the summer sandal that can go with everything, ME+EM has put together a handwoven pair crafted from smooth Italian leather in soft white, with a matt-gold buckle fastening. These are perfect for styling with shirt dresses when going out to big occasions but equally for casualising with denim shorts at the weekend.
GUCCI Jackie 1961 small leather shoulder bag
It’s always great to add a splash of colour in summer, especially in hot destinations, and Gucci’s ‘Jackie’ bag in bright green certainly brings a touch of festivity to the party. The bag’s curved silhouette style originally debuted in the ’60s, as did its gold-tone piston clasp. It’s ideal for wearing against strong patterns and picking out tonal colour matches. But even when worn against a simple white T-shirt, this bag will stand out from the crowd.
MISSOMA Convertible Ovate Double Link Hoop Earrings
On holiday, it’s great to have different outfits and options enabling you to dress for every occasion, and for this reason Missoma’s Convertible Ovate Double Link Hoop Earrings are an excellent styling accessory. For that extra finesse and to bring a little matching colour to an outfit such as the green Gucci bag, the teal and gold link options lend themselves perfectly. They’re both subtle and chic at the same time.
DOLCE & GABBANA One-piece swimsuit with plunging neck and belt
If you want your swimsuit to make a statement then this Dolce & Gabbana one-piece with plunging neck and belt is superb poolside attire. The very glamorous and sophisticated swimsuit can also be turned into a sensual top for the evening. Just add black flat-front evening-style trousers, or even wear it under an open-button shirt with shorts, for a very modern, graphic look. It will certainly add an air of la dolce vita to your evening.
MASSIMO DUTTI Oval Sunglasses
To add a finishing touch to your glamorous look, sunglasses are the ideal accessory – none more so than this classic oval black-framed pair from Massimo Dutti. They will look great around the pool with your black swimsuit and are equally suited to relaxing with a negroni on the hotel terrace.
Sicily for Him
BRUNELLO CUCINELLI Linen Shirt
Linen shirts are perfect for summer but they don’t always have to be worn with shorts and layered over T-shirts. This sandy brown version by Brunello Cucinelli is more elevated, with double pockets that make it the perfect fit for wearing with tailored trousers, either white or black, for a smarter modern look. The shirt can still be worn outside the trousers to create a more informal but chic holiday attitude.
REISS Brighton Pleat Front Trousers
Finding the right thing to wear on your bottom half in the evening while on holiday isn’t always easy. If you’re not a shorts person and want something more elevated, then Reiss has the consummate pair of trousers. They’re smart, being tapered and black, but they are equally casual with small hems and a more sporty, jogger-style waistband with pull cords. So you’ll feel dressed up and casual at the same time – the ideal combo when going out for a night to impress.
BREMONT S300 Kaimu
If you’re looking for a statement piece to go with your lifestyle and outfits during the day and evening, then Bremont has the watch for you. The S300 Kaimu 40mm mechanical steel-and-ceramic timepiece is both stylish and sporty. Every good watch has a story and the S300 Kaimu was inspired by Kaimu beach in Hawaii. This young, black-sand beach recovered after being devastated by a massive eruption of the nearby Kilauea volcano in 1990. It’s a symbol of the endurance of the region, which has been restored to its former beauty by its local inhabitants.
TOD’S Gommino Driving Shoes in Leather
When you’re on holiday and you want to shed your trainers for something more stylish and elevated, then the Blue Gommino driving shoe in leather, by Tod’s, is what you should pack. It fits like a slipper and is supremely versatile so it can be styled with shorts or with hemmed trousers – no socks required! This timeless item is something that you can easily wear back at home with smart jeans or chinos at the weekend. It’s an investment piece that will keep on giving.
Persol Steve McQueen D-Frame Folding Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses
If you’re going to buy a pair of shades for your travels then the iconic Persol 1960 folding Steve McQueen sunglasses, named after and worn by the legendary US actor, are a must-have. The glasses’ D-framed style, made with durable tortoiseshell acetate, features fitted blue polarised lenses and Persol’s signature arrow-shaped hinges. They’re great for wearing with everything from sports-casual to evening attire. Just think Steve McQueen and you’ll never go wrong!
Vilebrequin Merino Wool Swim Shorts Bicolor
When packing, it’s always a bonus if items can double up, and these blue bi-colour swim shorts by Vilebrequin are suitable for both swimming and going into town. The elevated merino wool fabric in blue neatly enables these shorts to be styled with navy or white T-shirts and polo tops. They will look super stylish worn around the pool with a pair of blue polarised Persol sunglasses.
By James Sleaford, style director of Secret Trips. James has worked in the fashion industry for 20 years and has held the post of fashion director of French GQ. You can find more of his work at jamessleaford.com
