We've scoured the shelves for the very best buys on the high street - all under £50!
Possibly our favourite item of the season so far, the tropical printed maxi simply screams summer. A|Wear’s floral print stripe dress will take you from beach to bar, city and beyond. A true style winner.
A|Wear floral print stripe dress, £35
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Monsoon laguna lace top, £49
While we'd love to live in a maxi all season long, sometimes it's just not practical. Instead, channel summer's hottest shade in a pretty pastel lace top - perfect for all manner of summer events from garden party to christening, and even the office.
All Saints prism lowe shorts, £45
The quintessential summer short gets a 2012 twist, courtesy of a pretty, blush pink hue. Perfect for anyone seeking a wardrobe update.
Nelly Jade shoes, £49.95
Here at MC we're suckers for shoes. And from summer weddings to work wear, to balmy evenings out, we've already thought of 101 ways to wear Nelly's of-the-moment jade heels.
Reiss soren oversize stripe t-shirt, £49
This season's take on the sailor stripe staple, team Reiss's soren tee will work seamlessly with anything from denim cutoffs on a week away, to pastel jeans here in the UK. A definite style investment.
Whistles mottled arm sunglasses, £50
Nothing screams summer like oversized sunnies. Take a tough stance on sunny summer days with these straight edged Whistles shades.
Topshop forever Rio crop top, £16
Have you ever been to Rio? Nope? Well with this slogan cropped vest you can pretend you have. No one will ever know!
Matalan print playsuit, £22
We're pleased to say the playsuit is here to stay. For a new season take on the trend, try monochrome or a pretty tribal print - or both, courtesy of this purse-pleasing Matalan buy.
Boohoo gem patent chainstrap box bag, £15
The quickest, easiest and cheapest way to inject new season style into any tired wardrobe, a colourful piece of arm candy is sure to put a spring in your step.
Matalan coloured skinny jeans, £16
A new season take on the faithful skinny jean, we're in love with Matalan's pretty pastel design. Plus there a steal at under £20. What's not to love?
A|Wear variegated stripe skater dress, £50
We do love a summer stripe here at MC. Go for bold blocks of colour for a new-season take on the much-loved trend.
Warehouse fluro animal blouse, £46
We love, love, love this fluro blouse from Warehouse. It's floaty, fun and combines two of this season's key trends.
Whistles horseshoe stone earrings, £25
Just how pretty? From summer weddings, to garden parties - and in fact any other kind of party, come to think of it, delicate drop earrings work a treat.
Vero Moda palm halterneck dress, £19.95
We may not get many truly warm summer days, but it's always wise to have a stylish sun dress in the wardrobe, just in case. Vero Moda's palm-printed halterneck number ticks all our boxes.
Missguided Ria multi chain necklace, £9.99
A statement necklace will style up even the simplest of summer tees. Channel your inner rock chic with Missguided's positively bargainous multi chain necklace.
Vila striped dress, £29.95
If your not keen on summer's floaty hemlines and tropical prints, there are other options out there. A clean and simple striped dress will sit perfectly in the city this summer, plus brights offset a holiday tan, and look far more fun in the sun, so pack in your holiday wardrobe, too.
New Look Limited T-bar block heels, £39.99
We've fallen head over heels in shoe lust for New Look's Limited T-bar lovelies. The on-trend block heel means they'll be comfy as well as stylish, plus the colour is to die for. We'll race you...
New Look tropical print dipped hem dress, £29.99
Is it midi? Is it maxi? The dipped hem dress is the buy of the summer. Team with a blocked heel, oversized sunnies and bags of attitude for a seriously cool summer look.
French Connection Jack Slub Jersey V Neck Tee, £32
Nautical stripes don't just have to be worn on the French Riveria, get in on the action in Blighty with this super-flattering jersey.
Reiss Jade lightweight coral scarf, £39
With weather as untrustworthy as ours right now, a lightweight scarf is a summer staple. Throw on to brave chilly mornings, or pack as holiday hand luggage to cosy up in-flight.
River Island Chelsea Girl maxi skirt, £25
Pretty, printed and in this summer's hottest shades, River Island's white and black chelsea girl skirt has caught our beady fashion eye straight away. Team with flats, a t-shirt and leather jacket for this drearier weather, and swap for wedges and a vest top come (proper!) summer.
AX Paris crochet waist skater dress, £28.95
Had enough of gloomy skies? AX Paris's buttercup yellow skater dress is guaranteed to inject some sunshine into your life.
New Look simrik pleated patterned dress, £28
Print comes in all shapes and sizes this summer - and doesn't have to be all about brights. A muted palette will look just as stylish in the sun...
Missguided belisima studded loafers, £22.99
While we do love a high summer heel, you just can't beat a pair of comfy flats. This season they're bold and bright - studs optional!
Zara tunic with printed neckline, £29.99
We love the neckline detailing on this Zara tunic and it's an absolute steal at under £30. Get one now before we buy them all up!
Boohoo Emilia frame satchel structured bag, £28
A statement bag doesn't have to come with a matching statement pricetag. At under £30, Boohoo's budget-friendly Emilia satchel has shot straight to the top of our summer wishlist.
Matalan sleeveless mirror print shirt, £14
If you invest in one thing this summer, make it a tropical print, a la Matalan's sleeveless printed shirt.
East Ikat maxi dress, £45
Oh, maxi dress! What did we do before you? This printed number from East is in our favourite global print - the perfect pick for summer in the city.
Kurt Geiger Mandy, £45
Kurt Geiger is our go-to place for summer sandals and these are everything we could want and more.
Monsoon Kate dress, £45
Your summer wardrobe doesn't have be all brights - inject some ladylike style with a delicate tea dress or pretty oriental print.
French Connection stripy sandy bikini briefs, £20
The worst thing about summer in our opinion? Baring our bodies in a bikini. If, like us, the thought fills you with dread, ease yourself in gently with these cute striped briefs from French Connection.
River Island black aztec print bodycon dress, £25
We heart Aztez prints and this fun bodycon dress from River Island is an easy way to pull off the bold and daring trend.
Toms seasonal classic slip-on, £40
These classic Toms espadrilles have been given a girly floral twist and we love them!
Dorothy Perkins navy split wedges, £32
Wedges are the easiest way to do summer glamour. Team with white jeans or a sexy sundress for an instant injection of St Tropez chic.
River Island purple daisy print playsuit, £25
The playsuit shows no signs of going away this summer, so get on board with this girly daisy print number. Add a straw trilby for instant summer style points.
Kurt Geiger Chuck Taylor Ox, £40
You won't get through festival season without a pair of trainers. This pair from Kurt Geiger are a steal at just £40. Team with turn-ups and a baggy tee for off-duty chic.
Selfridges vintage re-works denim pocket t-shirt, £30
There's nothing not to love about this vintage t-shirt. One look and we're sold!
H&M top, £2.99
Ah, the perennial boob tube! Dressed up or dressed down it's a summer
wardrobe essential. For just £2.99, why not treat yourself to a couple?
Urban Outfitters Ecote mustard cut-out lace-up sandals, £32
If you're looking for an alternative to flip flops and boring sandals,
these cut-out show-stoppers from Urban Outfitters are as a comfy as a
pair of slippers but as cool as a Hoxton hipster!
Topshop Fortune metal cuff sandals, £48
Sure they resemble shackles but we are loving this metal cuff sandals from Topshop.
Miss Selfridge Tropical print midi dress, £45
This tropical midi dress would look as lovely teamed with flats in a
beer garden or heels at a friend's wedding. Make it a key piece in your
2012 summer wardrobe.
Edun Fuchsia hairdresser tank top, £50
Have some fun this summer and pick up a quirky cartoon tee. Team with
cut-off denim shorts to make the perfect festival season statement.
Topshop Jamaica Cupped Sun Dress, £36
This gorgeous sun dress has zoomed straight to the top of our summer wishlist. We'll race you to the shops!
H&M top, £19.99
Crop tops are the item to try this season, wear with a high-waisted
skirt or trousers for a sexy summer look. We've upped our daily stomach
crunches in preparation!
Miss Selfridge Union jack jumper, £39
Sailing on the wave of Jubilee glory, is this Miss Selfridge Union Jack
jumper. We have a lovely image of wearing this on a beach around a camp
fire after sundown. We'll keep dreaming!
H&M skirt, £24.99
Dressing for work in the heat can be troublesome. Throw on this floral H&M skirt and job done!
Miss Selfridge Wish coral tie front wedge, £45
Did we mention that we love a wedge? The more bright and colourful the better! It's the perfect summer shoe.
Oasis fluro t-shirt, £15
If low-key and casual is more your style, you'd be mad not to pick up
this fluro tee from Oasis. It'll go with everything - we promise!
Warehouse mini clean satchel, £34
Put your dark, dreary winter bags in storage and pull on this super-cute
lilac satchel. Guaranteed to put a summer spring in your step!
Topshop Ikat print sunglasses, £16
Give your designer shades a break and try out this bold print pair from Topshop. They'll add an instant boost to any ensemble.
