Is your summer wardrobe causing you an unbearable amount of ennui? We have several solutions:
MES DEMOISELLES
Founded in 2006 by Anita Radovanovic, Mes Demoiselles has emerged this summer as the new brand of choice for summer bohemian dressing. The below dress has proven to be a house hit with editors inside and out of the Hearst building.
GÜL HURGEL
A favourite of our Fashion Features Director Kenya Hunt on her recent trip to Cuba for Chanel's Cruise show, Gül Hürgel is a graduate of Parsons The New School for Design and hails from Turkey. We recommend her dresses if you want to stay cool in the heat without sacrificing flourishes of detail.
DODO BAR OR
Think you'd never wear a keffiyeh? Think again. Originating from Tel Aviv, Dodo Bar Or takes the traditional scarf and makes pieces you won't have seen before in an array of cuts and colours. Go to them if you fancy something a bit skimpier for the summer months.
JOHANNA ORTIZ
If this list was an awards ceremony, Johanna Ortiz would emerge as the clear winner in the evening wear category. While the label's glamour probably has something to do with its Columbian roots, we're most impressed by the fabulous yet flattering ruffles. Steer clear if you don't like getting your shoulders out, but you'll probably be over that complex once you see how wonderful the pieces are.
CAROLINE CONSTAS
From gingham to pinstripes, Caroline Constas knows how to work a classic summer print into cotton tops, shirts and dresses that work equally well for beach-y holidays away or weekends at home in the city. Along with Leandra Medine, we're in love - what further positive affirmations could a brand possibly need?
LISA MARIE FERNANDEZ
Principally known for her innovative use of fabric - think sports bras in denim and swimsuits in velvet - Lisa Marie Fernandez provides what few brands can: an entire summer wardrobe. Daywear, eveningwear, activewear and swimwear - it's all there and all to-die-for.
Tahiti Pehrson x RVCA
The American artist known for his works made of laser cut paper has teamed up with RVCA to create a capsule collection of cool, easy summer dresses and separates in crisp, white laser cut lace. They're the perfect pieces for outdoor summer music and art festivals. Speaking of, Pehrson has major outdoor installation coming up at Times Square this fall as a part of the Art at Viacom program.
