Summer is well underway here in London. As the temperature remains dialled up to the max, Team Service95’s virtual shopping baskets are full of buys that encourage us to embrace everything the season can bring: immersive reading material for long days spent in the park; hand-crafted beach bags you can carry in the city, too; beauty and grooming products made for vacations and staycations; plus plenty of summer fashion.
Keep scrolling for Wish List recs that will continue to bring the sunshine, long after the warm weather has retired for another season.
Ella’s Pick: The Wear-Everywhere Flats
Chosen by Ella Marlow-Gilks, Brand & Community Strategist: Can’t stop, won’t stop wearing ballet flats this summer, and this Sarea style from Alohas might be my favourite pair yet. Made from buttery soft leather in an equally buttery hue, I love how much character the oversized strap and buckle add to the classic silhouette. Perfect with capris or a white cotton dress. £170, Alohas
Liv’s Pick: The In-Flight Skincare
Chosen by Olivia Thompson, Head of Business & Brand: This has become the product I won’t board a flight without. Tatcha’s Serum Stick delivers an instant hit of hydration – swipe it on bare skin or straight over makeup to smooth away 3pm crepiness around the eyes, no mirror required! My secret to landing with a glow, despite the recycled cabin air. £49, Tatcha
Olivia’s Pick: The Perfect Summer Dress
Chosen by Olivia McCrea-Hedley, Commissioning & Features Editor: While sat in my aircon-free house, I’ve taken to daydreaming of my happy place: the cool ocean pools of Wylie’s Baths in Sydney. Until my next visit, I’ll be pretending I’m in town in this Sir dress – fitting, considering the brand started down the road in Bondi. This strappy little number will take me everywhere from pub gardens to nights out. AU $420, Sir
Bronte’s Pick: The Sandal-Ready Accessory
Chosen by Bronte Winnem, Team Assistant: I’m just as surprised as you are to see a toe ring on this list but, with summer in full swing in the northern hemisphere, my toes are OUT. Handmade from recycled silver, Simuero’s sculptural ring is the perfect little bit of bling to dress up any open-toed shoe. £130, Simuero
Ben’s Pick: The City-To-Beach Bag
Chosen by Ben Olsen-Miura, Chief Sub & Production Editor: The trend for back-to-back heatwaves in the city has me counting down to a coastal escape. This Cornish brand, operating out of a small spot in St Ives, makes charismatic beachwear and apparel, including this tote bag, which – all recycled sailcloth and retro typeface – is made for piling full of sandy towels. £140, Atlantic Coastal Supplies
Pia’s Pick: The Statement Tee
Chosen by Creative Producer, Pia Brynteson: I went to Harry Styles’ Together, Together tour (twice) and now I can officially say I get the hype. So much so, I stopped by the Pleasing pop-up on Carnaby Street afterwards and picked up this baby tee. Words to live by, courtesy of Harry. £60, Pleasing
Keshia’s Pick: The Hot-Weather Essential
Chosen by Global Editor in Chief, Keshia Hannam: It’s hot and it’s thus important to smell nice. Natural deodorant hasn't been high on my list, thanks to noughties associations with hemp and castor oil, but I am into the formula from Parudeesa – specifically the Vata (Air) scent. The founder takes inspiration from Shalimar gardens in Lahore, where she used to visit as a child with her grandparents. From £14, Parudeesa
Tatjiana’s Pick: The Coffee Table Tome
Chosen by Tatjiana Antoniou, Visual Editor: Harley Weir is one of my favourite photographers, so I instantly knew I had to buy Epoch’s fourth issue. I really admire the publication’s approach to marrying the visually beautiful with informative, long-form storytelling. They’ve brought together historians, archaeologists and contemporary creatives for a considered deep dive dedicated to Pompeii. €40, Epoch
