July New In: Ganni Sunnies, A Designer Shoe Dupe & The Return Of The Going-Out Top
July’s Fashion Heroes has just dropped and The Handbook’s Contributing Fashion & Lifestyle Editor, Astrid Carter, shares her top buys, hottest news and must-see collabs of the month, from Ganni’s Y2K inspired sunglasses to a designer shoe dupe you don’t want to miss.
Ganni x Ace & Tate Launch Sunglasses Collaboration
Ganni Girls, listen up. The Copenhagen-based fashion label has teamed up with Amsterdam’s finest sunglasses export, Ace & Tate, to create a limited edition range.
The drop comprises three cool new styles – a boxy rectangular shape that has been seen everywhere right now, a minimalist slimline silhouette, and a Y2K inspired oversized wraparound style – so there’s something for everyone. The colourways feel very of the moment too. There’s a chocolatey brown, a vibrant matcha green and a rich burgundy all available in each of the three styles, as well as a bubblegum pink exclusively available to shop at Ganni that taps into the current Barbie fashion trend perfectly.
Styles aside, it’s the campaign created around the collection that really deserves some airtime. Shot by London-based creative agency, PeopleFile, the imagery showcases real people of all ethnicities, ages, sizes on the streets of their hometowns, from Copenhagen to Amsterdam, London to New York, all obviously wearing the Ganni X Ace & Tate collection. It’s a refreshing, cool and well played move from both brands.
PRICES START FROM £185, AVAILABLE TO SHOP AT Ganni.com and aceandtate.com
GANNI X ACE & TATE
GANNI X ACE & TATE SUNGLASSES COLLAB
Bohemian Fashion From Maison Hotel
When the summer months roll round, I really lean into that bohemian girl aesthetic. Something that sits between Kate Moss at Glastonbury and Keith Richards, outfits that wouldn’t look out of place in the wardrobe department of Daisy Jones & the Six or that are best paired with bare feet on a sunset-hued Ibizian hippy beach – I can at least dream. So, I was delighted to stumble across the Madrid-based brand, Maison Hotel, which pretty much ticks all of the above.
Inspired by the freelove of the ‘60s and the rock ‘n’ roll era of the ‘70s, the collections have a real vintage spirit with tie-dyes and screen prints, delicate embroideries and embellishments taking centre stage. From their current collection, I’ve been eying up the Ziggy blouse – perfect tucked into high-waist denim and paired with layers of bohemian jewellery from colourful beads to shell details. As well as the cute Mick vest – a quilted gilet that will elevate everything from frilly blouses to little white sundresses. And finally, be sure to check out their selection of sarongs, that are substantial enough to wear as a skirt or will become one of your most used beach bag items.
The High Street ALAÏA Shoes Dupes
PSA for all of you that love a Marmite fashion trend. ALAÏA’s ‘crystal-embellished ballet flats might not be for everyone, but I am low-key obsessed. They remind me of when Miu Miu first brought out their bondage wrapped ballet slippers – soft pink silk pumps binded with these punkish, tough buckles – they were just the epitome of cool and not giving an F.
Anyway, those have made a welcomed return for SS23 and have spawned a micro trend for tougher flat shoes. ALAÏA’s have been doing rounds on Instagram but, even if you’re keen to part with the £700+ price tag, they’re pretty much sold out everywhere.
Thanks to Stradivarius, however, you can get your feet on a great dupe for less than £40. Walk, don’t run, people.
Aussie Brand Posse Launches At MATCHES
Ever since Sofia Richie wore that white Posse co-ord as part of her epic post-wedding wardrobe, everyone’s wanted to get their hands on the Australian label. It’s just launched at UK luxury fashion retailer MATCHES, meaning you don’t need to worry about pesky import charges.
Launched in Sydney in 2016 by Danielle MMulham, the look is relaxed and modern with pieces that nod to the past. Think linen sundresses or figure-hugging bandeaus that sweep to the floor, slouchy tailored waistcoats and earthy, wearable colour palettes. The vibe is very much Aussie coast and ideal for the summer months whether you’re hoping for another UK heatwave or are living your best European summer.
Plus, each collection is produced in limited quantities by artisans in India to champion the brand’s slow fashion ethos.
SHOP NOW AT Matchesfashion.com
The Sister Jane ‘Going-Out’ Top
When I spotted Instagrammer Jo-Ann Alari in this cute bow-embellished top I remembered how joyfully easy the days of the ‘cute going-out top’ were. I loved the ease of throwing on an evening top with your most trusted pair of jeans circa 2010 and I am all here for bringing it back.
I love the way Jo-Ann has styled this quite girly, opulent Sister Jane top with a looser fit, more relaxed jean and simple flip flop style kitten heels.
Check out Sister Jane for a wealth of fun, slightly froufrou tops perfect for your next summer night out.
Jane Birkin Dies At 76
We couldn’t round off our July Fashion Heroes without a mention of one of the greatest fashion heroes of all time, Jane Birkin. The singer, actress, activist and muse died at her home in Paris last weekend after a long battle with Leukaemia.
It’s no surprise that the tributes came flooding in from the fashion world, from Bella Freud, whose iconic “J’Taime Jane” jumper is a homage to Birkin herself, to Alexa Chung, who, let’s face it, wouldn’t have cultivated the style she has without a hefty influence from Jane – a notion Alexa is very honest about.
When we think how much people long for a ‘capsule wardrobe,’ well, she basically invented it
Birkin was the ultimate style crush, from her ‘60s sci-fi inspired mini dresses to her nonchalant grown-out bangs, her way of making a white T-shirt look unbelievable to her ever growing basket bag collection, there are few people whose style has been more emulated or revered. There’s no wonder the bag inspired and named after her became the most coveted bag of all time. And when we think how much people long for a ‘capsule wardrobe,’ or talk about ‘French Girl Style,’ well, she basically invented them both. No one did it quite like Jane.
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