Summer is designed for dressing up, and this supremely social season offers the perfect excuse for upgrading your occasionwear wardrobe. Cue our edit of stylish dresses and statement accessories: think of it as your invitation to fashion’s smartest party.

A Sense Of Occasion

 A Luxe Luncheon

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EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER. Vibrant and mesmerizing, La DoubleJ's collaboration with Orlebar Brown is sure to spark joy. This 'Magnifico' dress is cut from silk-twill patterned with a floral print reminiscent of a flourishing walled garden. Draw the eye to the waterfall sleeves with a stack of golden bangles.

Magnifico floral-print silk-twill midi dress

EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER. Gabriela Hearst pays close attention to the particular shape and structure of each bag, and this 'Soft Demi' clutch is certainly distinctive. Made from beige linen, it has a slouchy, spherical design with a folded top. Secure your cards, keys and lipstick inside.

Soft Demi linen clutch

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Aquazzura's 'Fiesta' sandals are decorated with playful pompom embellishments that move with every step. They're made from raffia in a bold 'Lipstick' and have a foot-framing caged silhouette. 35mm block heels make them ideal for day (or night)-long wear.

Fiesta 35 pompom-embellished raffia sandals

Oliver Peoples has teamed up with New York-based label KHAITE to create a collection of vintage-inspired sunglasses with a modern vision. This cat-eye pair is crafted from sleek red metal and fitted with contrasting dark-gray lenses.

1984C cat-eye metal sunglasses

Pacharee's collections celebrate the beauty of natural pearls. Set with a cluster of them, these 'Mabe Bloom' earrings are cast from hammered gold-plated metal and sit comfortably flat on your lobe. They make the perfect finishing touch for evening looks.

Mabe Bloom gold-plated pearl earrings

A Glittering Gathering

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Zimmermann's dress is defined by the mood-boosting yellow flowers intricately knitted throughout. It's made from cotton-lace and has wide sleeves and scalloped trims. The optional voile lining ensures the perfect amount of coverage.

Golden cotton-lace mini dress

Rabanne's earrings are made from hollowed gold-tone metal, with crystal-encrusted resin charms. Both components are lighter than you'd imagine for their size, so you can wear them all day.

XL Link gold-tone, crystal and resin earrings

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Etro's signature 'Vela' bag is defined by its unique curved top - upon opening, it extends to a generous diamond shape so you can easily reach in and find your phone, cardholder, keys or lip-gloss. This small version is crafted from smooth leather and comes with a detachable top handle and shoulder strap, allowing for a variety of carrying options. Protective feet at the base keep it from falling or getting scratched when you place it down.

Vela small leather shoulder bag

Alexander McQueen's cuff is designed in a sleek tapered shape inspired by - and named after - a 'Thorn'. It's made from gold-tone metal and polished for a high-shine finish. If you're a fan but prefer more statement styles, we carry a crystal-encrusted version too.

Thorn gold-tone cuff

Throughout the decades, wedge sandals have maintained their glamorous allure. Continuing the trend, Jimmy Choo's 'Ayla' pair has been crafted in Italy from metallic leather and set on traditionally woven raffia soles. They're the perfect way to lift the hem of floor-skimming dresses and skirts.

Ayla 110 metallic leather espadrille wedge sandals

The sleek cat-eye shape of Dior Eyewear's 'CDior B1U' sunglasses give them a glamorous, Old Hollywood feel. Made in Italy from ivory acetate, they have gold-tone hinges that you'll notice are shaped to resemble the brand's initials when viewed from above.

CDior B1U cat-eye acetate and gold-tone sunglasses

Work & Play Polish

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Alexander McQueen's midi dress is made from panels of stretch-jersey that are cut on the bias to create a beautiful drape. It has a high, asymmetric neckline to complement the floaty, angular hem and nips in gently at the waist for definition. Wear yours with statement earrings and sandals.

Asymmetric draped stretch-jersey midi dress

KHAITE's 'Bobbi' bag comes in a variety of unique colors and finishes, ensuring there's one for every occasion and outfit. This version has been made in Italy from snake-effect leather and offers space for essentials like your phone, keys, cardholder and compact inside.

Bobbi snake-effect leather shoulder bag

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Modern art serves as a main inspiration for AGMES, resulting in sculptural jewelry like these 'Juliette' earrings. Handmade from recycled silver, they have a chunky hoop silhouette anchored by baroque pearl drops.

Juliette recycled silver pearl earrings

The Attico's 'Bes' mules call to mind popular styles from the '90s - a decade that's often a source of inspiration for the label. They're made from black leather and grosgrain in a classic thong design and have square toes and silver-tone hardware at the straps.

Bes embellished grosgrain-trimmed leather mules

Isabel Marant's cuff is made from silver-tone metal and has a sculptural, domed shape and high-shine finish. The opening means it'll slip on and off with ease.

Silver-tone cuff

Oliver Peoples has teamed up with New York-based label KHAITE to create a collection of vintage-inspired sunglasses with a modern vision. This cat-eye pair is crafted from sleek silver-tone metal and fitted with contrasting dark-gray lenses.

1984C cat-eye silver-tone sunglasses

The Beach Bash

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EXCLUSIVE AT NET-A-PORTER. BERNADETTE makes elegance so effortless with this 'Fran' maxi dress. It's made from breezy linen in a striking red and has gathered sleeves and an open back. Use the slim ties to cinch the relaxed shape or leave them flowing at the sides.

Fran open-back linen maxi dress

The gathered shape of Anya Hindmarch's tote is reminiscent of a seashell. It's made from summery raffia and has leather top handles and drawstring ties. Light and compact, it'll fit all the small essentials like your keys, cardholder and phone.

Small leather-trimmed raffia tote

Miu Miu's sunglasses have gold-tone square frames topped with a sleek acetate brow bar. They're detailed with the label's logo along the temples and have adjustable nose pads to ensure a comfortable fit.

Square-frame acetate and gold-tone sunglasses

Gianvito Rossi's slides are embellished with gold-tone pebbles at the straps. They're crafted from supple leather and have slight heels. Wear them with anything from a floaty dress to denim.

Embellished leather slides

The Private View

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Jacquemus’ ‘Salerno’ dress has an asymmetric design that turns to reveal a dramatic, off-center cutout. Beautifully draped at the reverse, it's made from comfortable stretch-jersey and has a high neckline and floaty hem.

La Robe Salerno asymmetric open-back stretch-jersey midi dress

Loewe's eyewear is designed to stand out. These layered sunglasses are made from gold-tone metal and glossy black acetate and combine sleek cat-eye and oversized round frames.

Double-frame cat-eye gold-tone and acetate sunglasses

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Eugenia Kim's 'Mirabel' sunhat is woven from straw in an airy, open construction and finished by hand in the designer's NYC studio. It's wrapped with black grosgrain ribbon around the crown and has an exaggerated brim that's perfect for shading your face during tropical vacations.

Mirabel grosgrain-trimmed straw sunhat

TOM FORD's 'Nobile' clutch will serve as an elegant final touch to evening looks. Crafted from croc-effect patent-leather, it's embellished with the label's gold-tone 'T' hardware and has a matching chain strap. Stow your cardholder, keys and a lipstick inside.

Nobile croc-effect patent-leather clutch

Gianvito Rossi's sandals are made from gold leather that's so shiny, it's reminiscent of 'Metal', hence the name. They're set on 55mm block heels and have slim straps that cradle and frame the foot so prettily. Wear yours with everything from dresses to jeans.

Metal 55 metallic patent-leather sandals

Chloé's necklace debuted on the Fall '24 runway, where it was the perfect accessory to a lace dress. Playfully designed with a banana-shaped pendant that's gently hammered for texture, it's cast from gold-tone metal and has a chunky chain.

Banana gold-tone necklace

In its vision of modern luxury, Bottega Veneta prioritizes fine details, impeccable materials and exacting Italian craftsmanship. This belt is made from supple leather and centered by a sculptural, knotted gold-tone buckle. Thread it through the loops of jeans or around the waist of your favorite dress.

Leather belt

A Wedding Bouquet

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Oscar de la Renta's Pre-Fall '24 collection experiments with pattern and texture in a fresh way. An elegant example, this gown is made from fluid silk-twill and has sheer chiffon neck ties and blouson sleeves. It's printed with a patchwork motif depicting clusters of poppies, grapes and fig trees.

Tie-detailed chiffon-trimmed printed silk-twill gown

Gucci's 'Jackie Notte' bag needs no introduction - the iconic '60s style is named after Jackie Kennedy Onassis, who was often photographed carrying it. This mini version is made from crinkled patent-leather with rose gold-tone hardware and a matching chain strap. It has a slot inside for your cards and just enough space for your phone, mascara and lipstick.

Jackie Notte mini crinkled patent-leather shoulder bag

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Roxanne Assoulin's 'The Little Bit' set of two rings look pretty stacked, or worn separately on each hand. They're made from gold-tone metal and set with faceted crystals in serene shades of blue and green.

The Little Bit set of two gold-tone crystal rings

With chunky block heels and a secure slingback strap, Manolo Blahnik's 'Khiko' sandals are the perfect pair for summer vacations and events. They're crafted from raffia with wide straps and trimmed with supple leather piping. Wear yours with sundresses and shorts alike.

Khiko 90 leather-trimmed raffia sandals

The joy of self-expression lies at the heart of ALÉMAIS' colorful collections. This 'Gisela' sunhat is cut from breathable linen and printed with sunny daisies and buttercup flowers. It has a face-framing wide brim and striped ties you can knot neatly under your chin.

Gisela small printed linen sunhat

The Row's belt has all the hallmarks of an investment piece. Crafted from supple leather in a versatile neutral, it's minimally detailed with an angular buckle in polished hardware.