Luxe luggage >>
You can get a good case without spending thousands on Louis Vuitton. Here are a few I recommend…
RADEN
The A28 28-Inch Charging Wheeled Suitcase – Bluetooth technology meets super-strong construction for a sleek, smart suitcase. The perfect travel partner.
£199.98; shop.nordstrom.com
AWAY
The Carry-On – This lightweight carry-on from US travel site, Away, is a long-standing holiday essential. With a battery that charges your phone, 360 degree wheels and a hidden laundry bag, it’s got everything you could possibly need when on the move.
Order from US $225; awaytravel.com
TUMI
Tumi Latitude International Carry-On – This stylish suitcase moves effortlessly in every direction, making moving your luggage around a breeze. If you want to add a unique touch to your luggage, Tumi offers a customisation service.
£595; uk.tumi.com
Best foot forward >>
Below is a loafer, a boat shoe and a trainer, to cover all summer events…
TODS
City Gommino Moccasins in Suede – Luxe loafers for the summer months. The City Gommino Moccasins come in suede with hand stitching, a front tie and hot-stamped Tod’s monogram.
£320; store.tods.com
GIVENCHY
Retro Runner Panelled Trainers – Go retro this summer with Givenchy’s
new white leather sneakers. They’re bold, fun and great designer travel essentials for casual days out.
£525; harveynichols.com
RUSSELL AND BROMLEY
Sun-Sleek L Lace-Up Boat Shoe – An ideal boat shoe for exploring hidden shores abroad. An easy-to-wear slip-on is best partnered with stripes, skinny trousers and smart shorts.
£55; russellandbromley.co.uk
Top of the game >>
From plain colours, to bold designs, check these summer tees….
ACNE STUDIOS
Naivet Flower Optic White. Go all out with pastels and florals on the beach this summer with Acne Studios’ naivet flower optic crew neck t-shirt with short sleeves.
£130; acnestudios.com
COS
Bonded Cotton T-Shirt. Cos plain white round neck t-shirts are great for a clean, minimal and fresh holiday look.
£29; cosstores.com
KENT & CURWEN
Slim-Fit Appliquéd Distressed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt. I discovered this brand through David Beckham. Kent & Curwen’s high quality tees are made from soft cotton-jersey and are great to travel in.
£60; mrporter.com
DSQUARED2
Aloha Hawaii T-Shirt Nothing says holiday attire like this Aloha Hawaii t-shirt from Flannels. With a classic crew neck and short sleeves, it’s a cool and comfortable addition to your summer suitcase.
£160; flannels.com
Beachwear buys >>
With so many options to choose from, men’s swimwear has become a bit of a fashion statement. Here are my top five choices…
NIKBEN
Flower Power – Make a statement on the beach with Nikben swim shorts. Available in a whole host of bright, bold and funky patterns, they’re a fun addition to your summer kit list.
£85; nikben.com
ORLEBAR BROWN
Setter – Orlebar Brown swim shorts will help you achieve the classic look this season – a more tailored approach to men’s beach and swimwear. They’re smart enough to take you from poolside to lunch, without looking under-dressed.
£145; orlebarbrown.com
M&S
Autograph Auto Stretch Swim Shorts – Relax, unwind and feel comfortable in these smart swim shorts by Autograph, M&S. They’re easy to wear and great value for a last minute holiday buy.
£25; marksandspencer.com
VILEBREQUIN
Aboriginal Turtle-print Swim Shorts – Vilebrequin swim shorts are perfect
for summer pool parties. They’re a bit of fun with a good variety of colours and patterns – featuring the label’s iconic turtle motif with aboriginal-inspired design.
£185; selfridges.com
REISS
Flint Striped Swim Shorts – Soft Pink – Reiss Flint swim shorts take you from beach to bar in effortless fashion. They’re an excellent fit and their sharp designs can take you from season to season in style.
£65; reiss.com
Final destination >>
Most of my summers nowadays are spent in family resorts. However, here I’ve recommended my two favourite hotels in Europe, one for the kids, the other for couples.
THE ST REGIS MARDAVALL MALLORCA RESORT
Family getaway – The perfect balance between luxury and superb family facilities. Set on the southwest coast of the Balearic Island, this resort is close to the hubbub of Palma, but enjoys a tranquil location in the Tramuntana Mountains. Facilities include a state-of-the-art spa, four golf courses and a great kids club for the little ones.
stregismardavall.com
THE INTERCONTINENTAL CARLTON CANNES
Couple’s retreat – This is the finest hotel on ‘La Croisette’. It’s a personal favourite of mine for a luxurious getaway; bringing together pure grandeur and style only metres from the beach. It’s a glamorous and truly iconic hotel with fine dining, sea views and all the modern amenities you expect in this opulent location.
ihg.com/intercontinental
