There’s a particular kind of packing that happens in early summer — less suitcase Tetris, more editing down to what you’ll actually reach for. The pieces that survive sand, sun cream, and six changes of plan a day.
This week’s edit is built around that rhythm. Not one outfit, but a week’s worth of mornings that turn into afternoons that turn into long, warm evenings.
The essentials
Every trip starts here — the things that go in first and get used daily, whatever the plans end up being. SPF that doesn’t sit heavy, a book worth the suitcase space, a tote that can take the abuse.
- Anti Pigmentation SPF50 £18, Avéne
- Anouk Necklace £140, Marte Frisnes
- Having Spent Life Seeking £15, Kae Tempest
- Solange Bamboo Hoops in Emerald £175, Marte Frisnes
- Bandana Tote Bag £315, Call It By Your Name
- Blake Bamboo Bangle in Gold £115, Marte Frisnes
- Baby Cheeks Powder Duo in Suede/Sable £69, Ateliér Westman
- Margo Tassel Earrings in Ivory £102, Marte Frisnes
- Ripped Denim Shorts £26, Zara
Beach days
Bare feet, salt air, and jewellery you don’t have to think about. This is where the worn-in pieces come out — the ones with a bit of history already.
- The Conciliator Comb £65, Officine Univerelle Buly.
- Ines Necklace £165, Marte Frisnes
- Jelly Flip Flop Sandals £23, Zara
- Queen Screen SPF50 Super Glow Drops £33 Ultra Violette
- Otis Bracelet in Gold £115, Marte Frisnes
- Om Sarong £37, Etsy
- Solange Bamboo Mini Hoops in Blue £125, Marte Frisnes
- Beach Pants in Brown £340, A Mere Co x Bodil
- Rossana Scarab Studs £110, Marte Frisnes
Pool days
Golden hour dressing, but for 2pm. Something to swim in, something to glow in, and gold that catches the light exactly where you want it to.
- Grapefruit Electrolytes £30, Cure
- Roxane Scarab Necklace £135, Marte Frisnes
- LA Cap £24, Brand47
- Quinn Earrings £140, Marte Frisnes
- Bandeau Bikini in Aligator £485, Eres
- Unreal Skin Glow £37, Charlotte Tilbury
- Raffia Slides £145, VOYAGE by Marte Frisnes
- The Bronzer in Medium £60, Bob Beauté
- Raquel Bangle in Blush £175, Marte Frisnes
Market days
For wandering somewhere unfamiliar, and inevitably coming home with more than you left with. Comfortable, a little bit ready for anything.
- Foldable Hat £150, Lorna Murray
- Tabitha Hoops £120, Marte Frisnes
- Supercharged Glow Complex £65, DUA by Augustinus Bader
- Vintage Silk Scarf £67, Etsy
- Linen Dress £330, Alemais
- Marlo Clover Necklace £155, Marte Frisnes
- Solange Bamboo Bangle in Marigold £175, Marte Frisnes
- Dixie Sunglasses £170, Vehla
- Romy Silk Necklace £85, Marte Frisnes
Evenings
The part of the day we’ve been building toward — and where the Souk Clutch, made from vintage Marrakech rugs, finally gets to do its job.
- Celine Basket £600, Vestiarie Collective
- Lennox Necklace £155, Marte Frisnes
- Fan £10, H&M
- Brooke Mini Hoops £110, Marte Frisnes
- Lip Balm £18, Laneige
- Honey Enzyme Face Cleanser £65, Raeso
- Travel Salt Tin £6, Maldon
- Souk Clutch £155, VOYAGE by Marte Frisnes
- Calypso Beaded Necklace £140, Marte Frisnes
That’s the list — nothing that doesn’t earn its place, nothing that won’t be worn twice. Pack light, pack well, and let the rest of summer take care of itself.
Enjoy,
Marte x
