10 h. ago Scared of shorts? Here are 53 perfect pairs for every occasion

Are boxers the new beach dress? Are bermudas really back? And is wearing shorts to the office ever OK? Here’s how to prepare yourself for the great unveilingHappy shorts season. Not happy for everyone, though, is it? It’s probably not a stretch to say that for many of us, wearing shorts is up there with getting into a swimsuit or showing your feet for the first time that year. A watershed moment of dread that, unlike most scary things – eating out alone, caring what other people think – only gets worse as you get older.But it’s also summer, and sometimes only shorts will do. Plus, this year, there really is something for every leg. Culottes are back, except they’re structured and called bermuda shorts – and you can even wear them to work. So are 1970s sports shorts, if your summer reference is more Ridgemont High. It’s not unseemly to wear boxer shorts, especially if you’re on the beach, just try them in seersucker – or if you prefer the freedom of a skirt, how about a skort? Hate a...

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45 h. ago Linen dresses are trending and we've found one that 'skims mum tum' and is 15% off

The London-based retailer Boden has slashed the price of its latest womenswear collection by 15% - and the discount code is available to use now. And there's one piece that's been a hit with shoppers

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2 d. ago Syria asks women to dress modestly on beaches but says bikinis still allowed

Women advised to cover up on public beaches, prompting concerns about freedoms under new governmentSyria’s government has asked women to wear “burkinis” or more modest swimwear while visiting public beaches this summer, although it later clarified there will be no legal consequences for those who wear bikinis.A government directive on Tuesday asked women to wear a “burkini or swimwear that covers more of the body”, and loose-fitting clothing when out of the water. The decree also asked men not to be shirtless when not swimming. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago How to wear five of this summer's hottest Gen Z fashion trends

From jelly shoes to Bermuda shorts, you may remember wearing many of this summer's trends the first time they were cool.

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4 d. ago Next's £34 linen mini dress is 'perfect' for the heatwave and 'gets so many compliments'

Next's linen shift dress, available in eight prints, is priced at a wallet-friendly £34 and has been hailed as the 'perfect summer dress' by shoppers

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4 d. ago Next's £34 linen summer dress is 'so easy to wear' and available in eight different prints

High street brand Next is selling the perfect summer dress that will keep you cool and comfortable during the warmer months, and is a great addition to your holiday wardrobe

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4 d. ago M&S' 'pretty' £40 linen dress is 'lovely' and 'versatile' for summer holidays

Reviewers love M&S' 'gorgeous' dress that's 'really comfortable and cool'

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5 d. ago Skechers' 'most comfy' sandals that are 'second to none' 35% less on Amazon

The popular sandals are on offer in a "limited time deal" - so shoppers will need to act fast.

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6 d. ago Next shoppers love 'easy to wear' £20 summer linen top that 'doesn't crease'

Customers have said that they are getting 'lots of compliments' after wearing this top that is 'suitable for all occasions'

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7 d. ago Fashion fans praise FatFace dress that 'skims over bumpy bits' and 'looks elegant'

FatFace's Iris Linen-Blend Dress is the ideal summer frock for those who want to look stylish but feel cool and comfortable at the same time

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7 d. ago The £34 Next dress in eight prints bound to 'get compliments' on any summer holiday

"This is the perfect summer dress, I got loads of compliments whilst wearing on my recent holiday"

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8 d. ago Boden shoppers floored by 'flattering' linen dress that 'skims mum tum' and is 30% off

Boden is currently running an offer with 30% off all of their dresses, saving customers more than £35 on this summer-ready frock

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9 d. ago The plan to end Greater Manchester's DWP 'computer says no tick box system'

'There’s a lot of time and effort wasted'

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1 week ago Next's 'flattering' £28 dress can be worn day or night and 'still look good'

The linen dress is 'perfect' for summer and comes in eight different styles that are easy to dress up or wear casually

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1 week ago Next's new £45 leather sandals are 'comfy enough to wear all summer long'

The T-bar Strappy Sandals come in a choice of two colours - chocolate brown or buttermilk yellow

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1 week ago Boden shoppers say luxury £125 dress reduced to £37 is 'perfect' for wearing to work in the summer

"I love this dress. Comfy, excellent quality and fit. Good for work or going out for lunch."

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2 w. ago Linens and silks for summer 2025: Five high street pieces our experts are shopping

Dressing in warm weather can be difficult, so we've rounded up the very best summer-friendly fabrics to wear this season from brands like Next, Hobbs and Forever New

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2 w. ago Fatface’s linen mini dress with pockets is ‘perfect for holiday’ and ‘looks great on’

Lightweight, flattering and perfect for packing, FatFace’s bestselling linen dress is a must-have this summer and it even has pockets

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2 w. ago Boden's £43 sale top is 'perfect' come rain or shine as we transition to summer

"This has had more compliments than anything I have ever worn. It is bright and cheerful and matches anything you pair it with be it any trousers or skirts or shorts"

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2 w. ago Backpacks! Football shirts! Phone bans! London day festival dos and don’ts

We have officially entered day festival season for 2025. But how can you be a model Londoner while getting sloshed in our lovely parks? Maddy Mussen has your etiquette guide

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