This Stylist’s Client Roster Includes Sofia Richie Grainge and Kelsey Merritt. Here’s Her Summer Capsule Shopping List
Alice Hartwell
Georgina Downe shares her essentials for a cool-girl wardrobe this SS26.
Sunshine feels more abundant, and baring arms and legs is starting to feel second nature. It can mean but one thing: summer is well and truly on the way. To ease your sartorial path this switch of season, we’ve recruited help from an expert, specifically, stylist Georgina Downe. Most likely found dressing one of your favourite it-girls—Sofia Richie Grainge and Kelsey Merritt to name but a few—Georgina shares with us the summer essentials all the cool-girls will be coveting in the weeks to come.
Meet Georgina Downe, Celebrity Stylist
Born and raised in Sydney, Georgina ventured to London to study a BA in Styling and Production at the London College of Fashion before moving to LA to gain experience working as a styling assistant with the industry’s biggest names.
“After years of assisting and moving back to London, I began to freelance and slowly build up my own clientele,” she shares. “I never wanted to do anything other than personal styling. I knew curating looks and having an eye for style were where my passion and talents lie. It never feels like work because I live and breathe clothes and design.”
Shop Georgina’s Summer Capsule Wardrobe Picks
I’m currently obsessed with these Jude wedges for summer. You can dress them up with trousers for the evening, and wear them casually during the day with oversized Levi’s jeans and a t-shirt, whilst still looking elevated.
These BEARE PARK thin polo tops will be on high rotation for SS26 as they are both timeless and weather-appropriate for warm days and cooler evenings. Either pair with a black low-waisted trouser and a tall heel for dinner, or a bermuda short and flip-flops for a casual coffee run.
I always stick to a neutral wardrobe, but it’s nice to brighten things up with more white pieces as we enter spring/summer. I love to balance a feminine skirt like this with a boxy, masculine t-shirt to make it more dynamic and effortless. Pair with a simple kitten heel.
Everyone needs a cute bag for summer that’s both light and versatile. I love this mini tote from The Row. Playing with different fabrics and materials allows you to lean into the season whilst sticking to a timeless wardrobe. The woven and sheer effect of this bag makes it the perfect summer accessory.
Flat shoes are essential for summer, especially for those European getaways where you need to be comfortable walking cobblestone streets and being on your feet all day. These new sandals from KHAITE are cool and edgy, and tap into the python trend. Pair with simple pieces and let the shoes do most of the talking—a cotton white summer dress or a silk black maxi dress.
Polka dots are another trend for summer that, when done correctly, can be chic and fun. I’m not typically a fan of patterns, but this Albus Lumen sheer dress with waist tie screams St. Tropez. See how I styled it on my client, Kelsey Merritt, for her South of France vacation.
Denim shorts have been an enduring staple in summer capsules. Swapping from your classic blue wash to these white ones from Wardrobe.NYC, creates a more intentional look. Keep things simple and pair them with a white t-shirt in a small French tuck to create shape.
Dressing for work on hot summer days can be tricky because you still need to dress modestly to an extent. I recommend choosing light, soft materials, and these Venroy pants are a great, affordable option. I have them in both black and white, and they have been my most-worn pieces for work and airport outfits during summer. Put simply, they’re extremely versatile.
Sun safety should always be prioritised during summer! I love these hats from Avenue because you can easily roll pack them into your handbag or suitcase. They are soft and moldable, so they never ruin their shape, and you don’t have to be that person on a flight wearing their hat. Stick to a neutral straw to remain timeless.
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