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The Guardian
25-07-2025
- The Guardian
‘A delightful slice of unhurried life': readers' favourite European islands
Procida, in the Bay of Naples, is not as famous as nearby Capri and Ischia, but is all the more appealing for it. Not a tourist trap but an island where people actually live, it's a delightful slice of unhurried Italian life. The island is small enough to be explored on foot or by bicycle, though there is a bus service too. There are many pretty little beaches for swimming, sunbathing and picnicking – our favourite was Il Postino, where scenes from the movie of the same name were filmed. As people still fish for a living, there's no shortage of wonderfully fresh seafood in the restaurants. A local delicacy is lemon salad, made from the enormous, thick-skinned lemons unique to Procida. Villa Caterina B&B's orchard of lemon and orange trees provides fresh juice and marmalade for breakfast, and the rooms have wonderful views of the island and the bay, with Vesuvius looming in the distance and Naples only 45 minutes away by ferry. Bernie G When life gets too much, I dream of Styrsö in the Gothenburg archipelago. Big open skies, nature trails and heaps of swimming spots make this car-free island the perfect summer escape. It's topped off by a brilliant seafront restaurant, Tångbaren, where you can have a plateful of fresh seafood and a cold glass of wine, and watch the sea bob away. Hannah I was 21, living in Germany for a year to improve my language skills, and decided on a whim to visit the tiny East Frisian island of Spiekeroog (yes, it was the fantastic name that first attracted me to the place). I spent a happy couple of nights at the Hotel Inselfriede, a small family-run hotel just a 10-minute walk from where the ferry arrives from the mainland. The island is car-free and a beautifully peaceful place to explore the dunes or simply sit with a coffee and watch the Sa Dragonera is a tiny but utterly beautiful uninhabited island that lies just south-west of Mallorca in the Balearics. It is brimming with history (there are 18th-century watchtowers built to observe pirate activity). Supposedly named after the lizards that inhabit it, the island is a hugely popular walking and birding spot, and is only accessible by small ferries from the nearby Sant Elm. It is best to go first thing to beat the heat and pedestrian traffic – you won't regret it when you see the views from the Everyone knows that Greece has some of the most beautiful Mediterranean islands. But few foreign tourists have heard of Kythira and that's just the way the locals like it. For most of the year only about 3,500 people live on the island. In summer, however, thousands of Greeks come for holidays, many back to homes that have been in their family for generations. There are no major tourist resorts – it's a Greek island rich in history and tradition, with dozens of beautiful beaches. Andy Moffat Inisheer (or Inis Oírr), one of the three spectacular Aran Islands in Galway Bay, is my favourite small island by far. The ferry from Rossaveel on the mainland takes just under an hour, but you feel as if you've been transported back in time – this is a tiny island of stone walls, fishing boats, old cottages, and more ponies and traps than cars. You can walk or cycle across the island in an afternoon to explore shipwrecks and ancient ruins. At the end of the day, enjoy some traditional music in the charming pub. You can camp almost on the beach for a good price. Eleanor Sign up to The Traveller Get travel inspiration, featured trips and local tips for your next break, as well as the latest deals from Guardian Holidays after newsletter promotion Kuusiluoto is a gem in the heart of Helsinki, only reachable on foot across rickety wooden duckboards that make it feel like you're walking on water. Setting foot on the island, you'll meet a welcoming committee of friendly sheep. The only indication you're in a bustling European capital is the skyscrapers across the water. To get to Kuusiluoto, start from the city's technology museum (itself well worth visiting, and just a short bus journey from the city centre) and walk a couple of miles along well-marked paths through reed beds. The island has a sauna, woodland trails, free postcards and those most valuable attributes – peace and I didn't know much about Silba before I arrived – it's a small, car-free island with no hotels, just family-run guesthouses. The catamaran from Zadar takes roughly 90 minutes, with several sailings a day during summer. Once there, you can walk on shaded paths through olive groves, find quiet pebble coves with clear water for swimming, and climb the Toreta tower at sunset for great views of the Adriatic. My tip: bring a snorkel, stay at least two nights, and make sure you book your return ferry in advance as the schedules are On the community-owned Isle of Eigg, the constantly changing light is so enthralling that you don't need to do anything else during your stay but say 'Look!' and point out beautiful variations of rainbows, sunbursts or cloud formations. Stay at the Laig Beach Bothy and gaze out of the beautiful big windows at the sky, sea and mountains. As Virginia Woolf wrote: 'One should not let this gigantic cinema play perpetually to an empty house.' Anna The island of Ouessant (Ushant) is the most westerly point of metropolitan France. It's a short ferry ride from the mainland, and as wild as it gets. Visit for a day as part of a longer holiday, or stay on the island for your entire trip. You can hire bikes as soon as you step off the ferry. There are beautiful beaches, such as Plage du Prat; impressive lighthouses; and bars and restaurants in the main village of
Graziadaily
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Graziadaily
I Didn't Expect Sardine Girl Summer to Reel Me In, But These Chic Pieces Won Me
STAUD, Staudines Silver-Tone Clutch Free People, We Are The Free Madison City Embroidered Jacket Never Fully Dressed, Red Marina Dorris Skirt H&M, Fish-Pendant Necklace J. Crew, Handknotted Raffia Fish Bag ASOS, Knitted Sardine Tank Top STAUD, Beaded Sardines Tommy Shoulder Bag Anni Lu, Hippie Fish Necklace Farm Rio, Blue Fish Top Maxi Dress Alemais, Marine Embroidered Printed Halterneck Mini Dress Abercrombie & Fitch, Sardines Graphic Scoopneck Tank Anthropologie, Fish Graphic Boyfriend T-Shirt Nobody's Child, Elizabeth Scarlett White Linen Shell Print Midi Dress STAUD, Procida Gathered Printed Linen Maxi Skirt Reformation, Aubree Linen Dress Next, Red Fish Graphic Knitted Tank We've already had Brat summer, hot girl summer, and tomato girl summer; now, there's a brand new addition to the ever-expanding list of trends: sardine girl summer. Speaking as a true Gen Z-er, the cheat code to creating a new trend these days is as simple as adding the suffix 'summer' after pretty much any other word. In fact, at the time of writing, there are probably five other 'trends of the summer' that have already cropped up and that I'm supposed to be dressing like this year (spoiler: I'm not). Do keep up. However, sardine girl summer is different. Not only has it managed to do what many micro trends fail to: make its way into both the mainstream and high fashion vernacular, but it's also brought back the fun in summer dressing. For you see, despite the fishy name, we're not quite adopting a pescatarian diet just yet. No, the trend is much cuter than you'd expect. Think sequined sardine bags, fish-shaped necklaces, and whimsical marine-inspired motifs in breezy dresses and linen trousers. Sardine girl summer is less about being that person who takes fish into the office, and more about leaning into an aesthetic built around the beach. It's a trend that's trickled down into every part of your wardrobe, from less fish-in-your-face styles like a sequinned mini skirt or Free People's take on a barn jacket, to more out-there accessories, like STAUD's viral tinned fish bag, and jewellery that looks like it could've been snatched from the bottom of the ocean. The trend might seem silly, yes, but it really just hints at a shift in zeitgeist, a yearning, if you will, for fashion to return to its less serious roots. It's a stark reminder that not everything must be clean-girl and sad neutrals; instead, there's a joy in embracing nostalgia, especially one that reminds us of 70s beach posters, early-2000s European holidays and trinkets you'd find at a flea market. ©Instagram/@lucywilliams02 Even the runway couldn't resist the tinned fish charm as designers began to lean into it with surprising fervour. The Bottega Veneta Sardine bag is arguably one of the earliest sardine-inspired iterations, and the brand went one step further back in its autumn/winter 2024 show, sending models down the runway with woven bags in the shape of, you guessed it, a fish. The same year, both Loewe and Miu Miu also showcased looks that featured fisherman sandals and yellow raincoats, suggesting that we should be heading to the fishmongers for more than just our seafood. The ripple effect of such runways has naturally led high street brands to follow suit, with labels including H&M, Free People, and ASOS jumping aboard. There's an arguable wryness to the sardine girl summer trend, and it's one that appeals to those who understand that dressing well doesn't always have to mean dressing seriously. The trend for those who see irony as the highest form of taste, if hot girl summer was about living your best life, sardine girl summer is about wearing your most fun clothes. So, if you're wondering what to wear this summer, the answer lies in something fishy. STAUD, Staudines Silver-Tone Clutch If you're wanting to fully commit to sardine girl summer, there's only one shop to start with – STAUD. Having recently gone viral for its quirky fish-inspired accessories, this metal clutch, finished with colourful small fish and a rolled-back opening, is a particular standout. Free People, We Are The Free Madison City Embroidered Jacket Price: £188 Free People has elevated its barn jacket to feature a fun seaside-themed print on the outside and a striped design on the inside. As far as details go, it has handy oversized pockets, a collared neckline and a button-down front. Never Fully Dressed, Red Marina Dorris Skirt Never Fully Dressed has an excellent collection of sardine-inspired items, but it's the Marina Dorris Skirt that's gone viral. The skirt features mini hand painted fish and a bold red satin base that's perfect for pairing with more tame accessories, like gold bangles and flat sandals. H&M, Fish-Pendant Necklace Dip your toe into the trend with H&M's gold fish necklace. Wear on its own for a statement look, or wear layered with similar gold necklaces to form a curated stack. J. Crew, Handknotted Raffia Fish Bag J. Crew call this bag 'the catch of the summer', and we can see why. Complete with a full straw tail and woven top handle, this bag is deceivingly spacious - there's even a zip closure to keep your essentials safe. Style with a floaty maxi dress and fisherman sandals. ASOS, Knitted Sardine Tank Top Although it's not technically the season for a knitted tank top, British summers are ever-unpredictable, so a light knit is somewhat essential. This one from ASOS Design is good for layering over the top of midi dresses or with wide-leg linen trousers. STAUD, Beaded Sardines Tommy Shoulder Bag We already know STAUD's sardine offering is one of the best right now, and the brand has released its best-selling Tommy bag with an ocean-inspired makeover. Adorned across the bag is a vibrant array of sardines, all made out of hand-beaded beads. Anni Lu, Hippie Fish Necklace Anni Lu's fish offering is a chic way to wear the trend - and a subtle one too. The fish pendant hangs from an 18-karat gold-plated chain and will add a touch of playfulness to any easy summer look. Farm Rio, Blue Fish Top Maxi Dress For any fun and entirely unique summer dresses, head to Farm Rio. Of course, one of its most shopped styles this season is its fish maxi dress, which features fish embroidery at the neckline and spaghetti straps. Alemais, Marine Embroidered Printed Halterneck Mini Dress If you're on the hunt for a beach-ready dress with a touch of sardine, Alemais' offering - the Marine mini dress - is printed with little fish and bordered with nautical stripes. Not forgetting the back, which can be tied into a statement bow. Abercrombie & Fitch, Sardines Graphic Scoopneck Tank Everyone needs a basic tank top in their summer wardrobe, so why not adorn that with sardines too? This tank top from Abercrombie not only features a colourful sardine print, but also has a scoop neckline and ribbed material too. Anthropologie, Fish Graphic Boyfriend T-Shirt Price: £42 Graphic t-shirts are always good to have on hand, whether you're pairing it with jeans or Bermuda shorts. Anthropologie's iteration is complete with rolled sleeves, 100% cotton composition and a contrasting white fish print. Nobody's Child, Elizabeth Scarlett White Linen Shell Print Midi Dress The Elizabeth Scarlett range at Nobody's Child is packed with beach-themed pieces. The ultimate piece? Its midi dress, with a gloriously chic pastel under-the-sea print. Style in the summer with a pair of flip flops and a raffia tote, or in the cooler months layered with a boxy tee or jumper. STAUD, Procida Gathered Printed Linen Maxi Skirt Another viral item from STAUD makes the list, this time in the form of a maxi skirt. The skirt itself is made from breathable linen that's perfect for summer and features a smooth waistband. It also has a sweet design that nods to the vibrancy of the Italian island it's named after. Reformation, Aubree Linen Dress Reformation's dress selection needs little introduction, with celebrity fans like Taylor Swift and Sienna Miller. One of its best-selling styles, the Aubree, has been updated to feature an on-trend seashell print, which is entirely, well, 2025. Next, Red Fish Graphic Knitted Tank Another sweet knitted tank comes from Next, and its iteration is in a bold red with blue and white fish at the centre. Style the graphic tank tucked into a pair of vintage Levi's and finish with flip flops, or dress it up with a white midi skirt and kitten heels. Main image credit: Instagram/@alessandragl, @meganlkarp, @ralcuadrado Gemma Lavers is a fashion commerce writer at Grazia, where she tracks down viral pieces and is as comfortable navigating the M&S new-in page as she is dissecting the latest celebrity look. When not writing, shopping or at Reformer Pilates (a cliché but she's hooked), Gemma will likely be planning her next holiday (and what she's going to wear). For a glimpse into said travels, outfit inspo and life as a journalist, follow her on Instagram or TikTok.
