Here's your ultimate capsule holiday wardrobe

From the hottest new swimsuit styles to the chicest cover-ups and new-season summer accessories - we've got everything you need for an easy holiday wardrobe. Interested? Scroll down to shop the lot...

holiday wardrobe

We've got everything you need for an easy holiday wardrobe

It's official: We've waved goodbye to winter and the only chill we now face is that ice-cold margarita by the bar. Holiday season is fast approaching and whether your end destination is the Bahamas or Barcelona, there are only a couple of choices left to be made - packing that all important holiday wardrobe.

Now, there is just no point exploring that dream destination if your holiday pictures will be showcasing that dreary old summer dress that everyone has seen a million times. Instead, with a few simple steps and all the oh-so-right accessories, your Instagram snaps can rival even the likes of Elle Macpherson and co. Sound good?

We've included a mixture of clothes and accessories with a range of prices so if you prefer to save your spends for the beach bar, you still can, with prices starting from as little as £7.99 (you're welcome). If like us your holiday starts at the airport, the purchasing of a new handbag should be at the top of your radar and we're opting for this season's chic wicker clutch, which will see you straight through to cocktail hour.

Sick of the same old bikinis? A beach holiday is the perfect excuse to buy new swimwear. The one-piece is as stylish as ever, and we like ours with a bold print to stand out from the more classic styles you'll see on the beach.

You can't mention holidays without mentioning dresses, so we've found some pretty styles for you, including a sundress in this summer's hottest print, gingham. Sandals and espadrilles are getting a bit of a makeover for summer too, and we're loving the fruit details on sandals.

From the hottest new swimsuit styles to the chicest cover-ups and the must-have new season summer accessories, we've got everything you need for an easy holiday wardrobe. Click through our round up to find your new holiday heroes...

Temperley London chambray jumpsuit

Temperley London chambray jumpsuit

Embrace the 70s renewal turned and wear this embroidered jumpsuit with sine wedges or platform sandals.

Shop now: Temperley London chambray jumpsuit for £895 from Net-A-Porter

Embrace the 70s renewal turned and wear this embroidered jumpsuit with sine wedges or platform sandals.

Shop now: Temperley London chambray jumpsuit for £895 from Net-A-Porter

Zara golden sandals with fruit detail

Zara golden sandals with fruit detail

We love the fruit detail on these gold sandals, which will elevate your holiday look come evening.

Shop now: Golden sandals with fruit detail for £55.99 from Zara

We love the fruit detail on these gold sandals, which will elevate your holiday look come evening.

Shop now: Golden sandals with fruit detail for £55.99 from Zara

Next embroidered long sleeve top

Next embroidered long sleeve top

For a dressier take on festival style, team this top with beige culottes.

Shop now: Embroidered long sleeve top for £40 from Next

For a dressier take on festival style, team this top with beige culottes.

Shop now: Embroidered long sleeve top for £40 from Next

Celine tortoiseshell sunglasses

Celine tortoiseshell sunglasses

Investing in a designer pair of sunglasses is never a bad idea, as it’s probably the item you’ll wear the most on holiday.

Shop now: Celine tortoiseshell sunglasses for £259 from Harvey Nichols

Investing in a designer pair of sunglasses is never a bad idea, as it’s probably the item you’ll wear the most on holiday.

Shop now: Celine tortoiseshell sunglasses for £259 from Harvey Nichols

New Look blue stripe bikini

New Look blue stripe bikini

Channel Brigitte Bardot in this timeless stripe bikini.

Shop now: Blue stripe bikini for £22.98 from New Look

Channel Brigitte Bardot in this timeless stripe bikini.

Shop now: Blue stripe bikini for £22.98 from New Look

NANNACAY pom pom bag

NANNACAY pom pom bag

The perfect holiday bag.

Shop now: NANNACAY straw pom pom bag for £95 from AVENUE 32

The perfect holiday bag.

Shop now: NANNACAY straw pom pom bag for £95 from AVENUE 32

Zara striped skirt

Zara striped skirt

Team this game-changing skirt with a paired back white t-shirt for instant summer cool.

Shop now: Striped skirt for £49.99 from Zara

Team this game-changing skirt with a paired back white t-shirt for instant summer cool.

Shop now: Striped skirt for £49.99 from Zara

H&M earrings with tassels

H&M earrings with tassels

Statement earrings are the accessory of the summer.

Shop now: Tassel earrings for £7.99 from H&M

Statement earrings are the accessory of the summer.

Shop now: Tassel earrings for £7.99 from H&M

ASOS chase the sun hat

ASOS chase the sun hat

Wearing a hat has never been this cool.

Shop now: ASOS chase the sun floppy hat for £18 from ASOS

Wearing a hat has never been this cool.

Shop now: ASOS chase the sun floppy hat for £18 from ASOS

Dorothy Perkins gingham sundress

Dorothy Perkins gingham sundress

Wear this gingham dress with the above hat and you've got your go-to holiday outfit right there.

Shop now: Dorothy Perkins gingham sundress for £20 from Debenhams

Wear this gingham dress with the above hat and you've got your go-to holiday outfit right there.

Shop now: Dorothy Perkins gingham sundress for £20 from Debenhams

Ksenia Schnaider denim shorts

Ksenia Schnaider denim shorts

Pair these embroidered shorts with a loose blouse and espadrilles.

Shop now: Denim shorts for £180 from Ksenia Schnaider

Pair these embroidered shorts with a loose blouse and espadrilles.

Shop now: Denim shorts for £180 from Ksenia Schnaider

L’intervalle rainbow fabric sandals

L’intervalle rainbow fabric sandals

These open-toed sandals re great for a sunny city break.

Shop now: Rainbow fabric sandals for £80 from L’intervalle

These open-toed sandals re great for a sunny city break.

Shop now: Rainbow fabric sandals for £80 from L’intervalle

Zimmerman Caravan Frill bandeau swimsuit

Zimmerman Caravan Frill bandeau swimsuit

For a trendy take on swimwear, look no further than this one-piece.

Shop now: Zimmerman Caravan Frill bandeau swimsuit for £325 from Selfridges

For a trendy take on swimwear, look no further than this one-piece.

Shop now: Zimmerman Caravan Frill bandeau swimsuit for £325 from Selfridges

Penelope Chilvers espadrilles

Penelope Chilvers espadrilles

You can’t go on holiday without a pair of classic espadrilles.

Shop now: Valenciana espadrilles for £139 from Penelope Chilvers

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You can’t go on holiday without a pair of classic espadrilles.

Shop now: Valenciana espadrilles for £139 from Penelope Chilvers

Topshop embroidered sundress

Topshop embroidered sundress

Cover up in style with this sundress, best worn with sliders.

Shop now: Embroidered sundress for £28 from Topshop

Cover up in style with this sundress, best worn with sliders.

Shop now: Embroidered sundress for £28 from Topshop

Ted Baker sliders

Ted Baker sliders

Give your sliders a floral makeover this summer.

Shop now: Ted Baker Armeana sliders for £60 from Office

Give your sliders a floral makeover this summer.

Shop now: Ted Baker Armeana sliders for £60 from Office

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