‘This linen co-ord is a must-buy for the heatwave – I've worn it everywhere from the office to drinks'
If you're looking for the perfect versatile co-ord that'll see you through summer, this linen set from Finery London is my top pick – it's ideal for work and casual drinks
Whilst we're all loving the sudden heatwave we're experiencing and are keen for the summer sun to finally kick in, it does leave us with one problem – what to wear. Whilst staying comfy in shorts and a vest is great for the evenings and weekends, when you know you've got to head to the office or go out for the evening, you need something a little more sophisticated that'll still keep you comfy and cool.
To solve this sartorial conundrum, I picked up Finery London's Vanetia Black Linen Blend Waistcoat for £45 and the Athena Black Linen Blend Wide Leg Trousers for £49. The linen blend set seemed to tick all of my wardrobe needs for making sure I look smart and put together without overheating.
Although sold separately, as soon as I saw the pieces paired together on Finery London's website I knew it was exactly what I was looking for. The waistcoat is fitted without being rigid, and the trousers have the right amount of volume and design to keep them office-ready, whilst being flowy enough to be worn for brunch or to the pub.
The Vanetia Black Linen Blend Waistcoat was my absolute favourite piece of the two. It was super flattering, with a tie at the back which can be adjusted to make it more fitted or less fitted depending on what you prefer and what the occasion is.
Although it's a linen blend, rather than pure linen, I actually preferred this as it kept it lightweight and breathable, without too much creasing. It was also clear just how versatile the waistcoat is, as I could just as easily wear it with some denim shorts or a satin midi skirt as I could with the co-ordinating trousers or jeans.
The Athena Black Linen Blend Wide Leg Trousers were also incredibly comfortable and just the right amount of breezy, breathable and comfortable. I loved the adjustable waist tie, and the elasticated waistband made them comfy enough to wear at a desk all day.
I did find them a little too wide on the legs – it felt like there was a lot of fabric, and as I'm only 5 foot 4' they were a little overwhelming on my frame. I also opted for the regular length but will probably need to hem them at some point, so I would recommend picking up the short length if you're on the petite side.
Both pieces come in sizes 8 to 24, and the trousers do have the option of different leg lengths to help you find the perfect fit. I always love a co-ord, as you can mix and match it with so many things in your wardrobe to get plenty of different outfits, and they were both very comfy and breathable, making them a winner for summer.
If you want something a little more colourful that's still both office and weekend ready, these Green Linen-blend Parker Wide Leg Trousers, £65, from Nobody's Child and the matching Green Linen-blend Longline Cami Top, £49, make a great alternative. For some slightly more tailored trousers, these Khaki Linen Blend Wide Leg Trousers (£40) from Simply Be are ideal, especially when teamed with the co-ordinating £46 Khaki Linen Blend Longline Waistcoat – and you can currently get 20% off both with the code VIBES.
Join our Shopping & Deals WhatsApp for the best bargains and fashion news
WHATSAPP: Get the best deals and exclusive discount codes straight to your phone via our WhatsApp group.
Users must download or already have WhatsApp on their phones to join in.
All you have to do to join is click on this link, select 'Join Chat' and you're in! We may also send you stories from other titles across the Reach group.
We will also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.
Some of these articles will contain affiliate links where we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from them.
If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like.
To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose Exit group. If you're curious, you can read our .
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Daily Mirror
21 hours ago
- Daily Mirror
‘I bought 5 Nobody's Child dresses for an event and one got so many compliments'
With a formal awards ceremony in the calendar, I turned to one of my favourite high street fashion brands to see if I could find the perfect dress without breaking the bank Dressing for formal events such as weddings, graduations and evening 'dos can be tricky – you want to meet the dress code yet still be fairly comfortable, and ideally don't want to spend a fortune on an outfit you're unlikely to wear very often. And so when I was invited to a work awards ceremony and found myself with nothing to wear, I immediately clicked onto the Nobody's Child website – a favourite of mine for pretty and flattering dresses for all occasions. I bought five different styles to try on – including one with pockets and a £69 surprise hit – and the one I ended up wearing was a surprise last-minute addition to my basket; it was worth it though, as it received so many compliments from other guests that evening... Red Nova Midi Dress £85 here This colour was a real curveball for me, as I never wear red, and rarely stray from black, however I was really pleasantly surprised by how much I like this colour on me. The dress was super comfortable and gets bonus points for having pockets. I didn't keep it in the end as I felt like it was more of an everyday dress than an evening one, but it has encouraged me to be a bit braver with colour. If you're looking for an alternative, New Look's Red Puff Sleeve Midi Dress is £29.99. Black Ruffle Tiered Cassidy Midi Dress £89 here This is the one that I thought would be my favourite it reminds me of an old favourite Reformation dress I own, but it actually didn't suit me as much as I though when it was on; again, it was too casual for the occasion, and the waistband sat too high on me – under my bust rather than on my waist. It was very light and breezy for summer though, and again, loved the pockets! New Look does another alternative to this here too, the Black Multiway Tiered Midi Dress, priced at £55.99. Black Balloon Sleeve Zola Mini Dress £99 here Something slightly different from the others, but I really loved this one. I loved the flattering balloon sleeves, and how cute it looked with chunky heels. There were two reasons why I didn't pick it, however: one, I thought the hem was a bit short for a work event, and two, I'd be getting ready by myself in a hotel room, and would have no one to tie up the bow on the back for me. This would be great for Christmas parties, though. Topshop clean trapeze mini dress in black, £55, is a similar shape. Black Tiered Clara Midi Dress £69 here I thought I would hate this one as I dislike anything that clings or skims the body, but this was a surprise hit. It's way more flattering and slimming than I thought, plus you can wear a bra with it (unlike most of these other options), and it folds up very small in a suitcase (like this £39 Next dress). It was a close contender, pipped only to the post by... Black Puff Sleeve Zora Midi Dress £130 here ...the Zora dress, which was the one I wore, and which got me so many compliments. I loved the flattering shape, the statement sleeves and the little flash of skin from the slash neck and low back (you can probably still get away with wearing a bra though). Although more expensive than the others, I felt so comfortable in this, and know I'll get loads of wear out of it.
Wales Online
a day ago
- Wales Online
Luxury brand Reiss loved by Holly Willoughby reduces floral dress from £278 to £83
Luxury brand Reiss loved by Holly Willoughby reduces floral dress from £278 to £83 The Lexi Floral Sketch Halter Neck Maxi Dress in White/Green from Reiss is now £195 cheaper Shoppers will have to be quick to purchase the Lexi Floral Sketch Halter Neck Maxi Dress in White/Green as UK sizes 12, 14, 16 and 18 are now sold out but 4, 6, 8 and 10 are still available (Image: Reiss ) A luxury brand that is adored by various celebrities has reduced a floral dress from £278 to £83. Reiss is known for its chic, sophisticated and timeless designs, with the likes of Amanda Holden, Tess Daly and Holly Willoughby seen rocking pieces from the high end brand. However, its high quality pieces would typically set shoppers back a few hundred pounds. Its Lexi Floral Sketch Halter Neck Maxi Dress in White/Green is now £195 cheaper however. But, shoppers will have to be quick to purchase it as UK sizes 12, 14, 16 and 18 are already sold out, although 4, 6, 8 and 10 are still available. The white and green dress comes with a floral, sketch design on it and a strappy self-tie halter neckline. From superstar gigs to cosy pubs, find out What's On in Wales by signing up to our newsletter here . READ MORE: Fat Face midi dress that 'can be dressed up or down' now 40% off LATEST: Boden jeans that 'fit like a glove' now 40% off The clothing has front pleats and a ruching to waist, as well as handy side pockets. To add to its elegance, the dress comes with a split to reverse as well as a zip-closure to reverse. The dress is fitted, has a maxi length and is lined. Reiss's description of the dress reads: " The Lexi maxi dress is iterated in a floral sketch design with a strappy halter neckline that ties at the back. "The skirt is subtly pleated and ruched at the sides to add volume to its fitted silhouette." The dress has front pleats and a ruching to waist, as well as handy side pockets (Image: Reiss ) The dress's main part is made out of 97% viscose and 3% elastane, while its lining has been made out of 100% polyester. Those who purchase the dress should bear in mind that it is dry clean only. The halter neck maxi dress can be worn for most formal events this summer or for a holiday abroad somewhere. Style this dress with your favourite pair of heels or sandals, chunky earrings and bag for a completed look. While there are no reviews of this dress, you can find out more about the dress here. If you'd like to try on the dress before buying but have no Reiss store near where you live, the dress is also available for the same discounted price on Next, which you can find out more about here. Alternatively, if you are looking for a stylish halter neck style dress, Nobody's Child White Halterneck Amber Midi Dress is sold for £79. Article continues below But if you'd like the added floral, Roman's Green Floral Print Halter Neck Midi Dress for £60 could be a good option.
Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Daily Mirror
Where to shop all of Maya Jama's 2025 Love Island outfits
Maya Jama is already stealing the show with her Love Island looks, and we've found exactly where to shop them plus a few affordable alternatives The new season of Love Island is officially underway, and all eyes are focused on what Maya Jama is going to wear next. The presenter always kills the fashion game, so we're not surprised to see her serving up (just a few!) amazing looks in the first episode. With an expected eight week run of the show, we can't wait to see what looks Maya turns out, and we've done all the hard work by finding out exactly where the looks are from, plus where you can shop some more affordable alternatives. From vintage Versace to statement shell jewellery and dark summer florals, check out where to shop Maya's outfits from the launch episode. Black floral dress Making her first appearance into the Love Island villa, Maya rocked a black foral midi dress teamed with a pair of statement colourful earrings. The exact dress is 2004 Roberto Cavalli, and is the perfect combintation of feminine and sexy, something Maya always nails. If you want to channel the look for a little less, and in something a little more wearable, we've found a floral alternative from Nobody's Child that's currently on sale from £65 to £52. Versace promo look Sporting a vintage Versace look (which is unfortunately not availabel for purchase), Maya kicked off the new series aboard a luxury yacht on the Med, and to fit into the sea theme, she teamed a pair of stunning gold shell drop earrings with her Versace outfit. We have found the exact pair, but they will set you back over £500. The pair in question are the Chloé Shells drop earrings, priced at £550. Shell jewellery is arguably the biggest accessory trend of the summer so it's no suprise to see someone as stylish as Maya rocking this look.
